During the times of turmoil. Times in which we wonder what has happened to this world that we live in. Times where we question our security and the police officers that sacrifice their lives to protect the safety of the citizens of the United States. A time in which many do not feel safe. A time in which there are mothers and fathers that do not go home to their children. A time where we are left with so many unanswered questions. We are, without a doubt, facing a time in the world in which we don’t understand. We can’t decide who is at wrong or what is right. We can’t decide if police officers are justified in their split-second decisions. We can’t decide what our viewpoint in the upcoming election is. However, in this world of cant’s and unknown, we are all brought together as we sit down and watch world class athletes compete to represent their countries, the ideals they stand by, and the hard work they have accomplished. We see that their constant dedication pays off and that discipline is key to success. We see the struggle of some athletes, as well as the celebration of others. We see athletes, of many different religions, races, backgrounds, and beliefs come together and compete all at the same level.
What is the purpose of the Olympics? To show that the US can dominate in just another aspect of the world. To bring fame and fortune to the gold medal athletes. Or to bring together the world to show that we all are able to undergo hardships, struggle, and complications and yet we are still able to come together on common ground and celebrate each other’s successes. The Olympics couldn’t have come at a better time. We are able to see Michael Phelps persevere through struggle and yet train to remain at top. We see the first African American woman from the US win a gold medal in swimming. We see the faces of all countries, all working to represent the finest. The Olympics might be a game to see which country produces the top-tier athletes, but it also brings the world together. To show that together, anything is possible and that we are all alike in more ways than one.
That we are all like these athletes, working towards greatness and not stopping until it is accomplished.
