Anything can happen!
And it did ...29 total reviews
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
You are absolutely right. I saw that finish and he deserved that medal. I don't remember hearing how many difficulties he overcame to be there. He was in the final race, and he knew to stay out of the shoving for position. It was a very wise choice. So happy your country has a gold medalist in the Winter Olympics.
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
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You are absolutely right. I saw that finish and he deserved that medal. I don't remember hearing how many difficulties he overcame to be there. He was in the final race, and he knew to stay out of the shoving for position. It was a very wise choice. So happy your country has a gold medalist in the Winter Olympics.
Comment Written 22-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
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Yes he showed wisdom and restraint, because past experience had taught him well. Thank you for a wonderful review. I found his story most inspirational.
Wendy
Comment from Sarah Tummey
I enjoyed reading this.
I hadn't heard of Steven Bradbury before and all he overcame, or his connection to motorsport. I can see from the links in your notes that you researched him well.
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
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I enjoyed reading this.
I hadn't heard of Steven Bradbury before and all he overcame, or his connection to motorsport. I can see from the links in your notes that you researched him well.
Comment Written 22-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
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Thank you so much Sarah. I am very pleased you enjoyed his story. I loved researching him, and found his story very inspirational. He's an amazing man. Thank you for the six wonderful, and encouraging, stars. I am honoured.
Wendy
Comment from LJbutterfly
This is such an inspirational story about a young man who didn't let anything stop him from achieving his dream. He suffered through many hardships but still was triumphant. I'm glad to know he is now a motivational speaker with a story to tell that proves "Anything Can Happen."
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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This is such an inspirational story about a young man who didn't let anything stop him from achieving his dream. He suffered through many hardships but still was triumphant. I'm glad to know he is now a motivational speaker with a story to tell that proves "Anything Can Happen."
Comment Written 21-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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Thank you so much for this lovely review. Yes, I enjoyed researching his story. A remarkable man in every way.
Wendy
Comment from Julie Lau
Wendy, what a great story! Although I saw The Big Win, I had no idea of SB's history and subsequent story. Thank you for writing it up so well, and bringing the man to the attention of people world-wide through fs.
Julie
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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Wendy, what a great story! Although I saw The Big Win, I had no idea of SB's history and subsequent story. Thank you for writing it up so well, and bringing the man to the attention of people world-wide through fs.
Julie
Comment Written 21-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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Thank you Julie! Thanks too for the special stars. I read a little about him, and then when I read his full story, I was blown away. Such an inspirational and amazing man. I appreciate your super review and stars.
Wendy
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Wendy,
Thanks so much for sharing this story of courage and determination. This man really went through some struggles in his life, and yet he overcame them all. What a great example to everyone. Some people live life to the fullest. Well done gal.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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Hello Wendy,
Thanks so much for sharing this story of courage and determination. This man really went through some struggles in his life, and yet he overcame them all. What a great example to everyone. Some people live life to the fullest. Well done gal.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
Comment Written 21-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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Thank you very much Tom. I am glad you enjoyed his inspiring story.
Wendy
Comment from Liz O'Neill
A good opening. You draw the reader in peaking their curiosity. A nice tribute to a remsrkable athlete: " Determination was his middle name."
This was a good statement of realization: "It was not the luck of a few seconds - it was the climax of more than twenty years of preparation, learning, strategizing, striving, and overcoming."
A good summary statement.
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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A good opening. You draw the reader in peaking their curiosity. A nice tribute to a remsrkable athlete: " Determination was his middle name."
This was a good statement of realization: "It was not the luck of a few seconds - it was the climax of more than twenty years of preparation, learning, strategizing, striving, and overcoming."
A good summary statement.
Comment Written 21-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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Thank you Liz for a super review, thoughtful and comprehensive. I am glad you enjoyed his inspirational story.
Wendy
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Comment from Jumbo J
Hi Wendy,
how many times have you heard the term of someone performing 'a Bradbury', doing a Bradbury, pulling off a Bradbury. The Australian term for anything's possible, or something seemingly impossible that becomes possible through continuous effort.
This man deserved the gold medal like no other... this was a win for everyone out there who dreamed the seemly impossible dream. Just to keep bouncing back through adversity and his ability to tap deep into the tenacious mental attitude he possesses allowed the prize of dedication to his dream... I love it, I will always love it, as I do the memory of watching it!
Thank you so much for writing about this fine Australian... and thank you for the added notes to others who read and don't know the full extent of this man's character will now know... the man behind the urban legend.
No, it wasn't just a Bradbury, it was divine order.
Such an emotional ride reading this Wendy... should have had six stars attached!
Beautiful write Wendy!
With our thoughts we create...
an avenue to succeed.
Kind regards,
James.
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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Hi Wendy,
how many times have you heard the term of someone performing 'a Bradbury', doing a Bradbury, pulling off a Bradbury. The Australian term for anything's possible, or something seemingly impossible that becomes possible through continuous effort.
This man deserved the gold medal like no other... this was a win for everyone out there who dreamed the seemly impossible dream. Just to keep bouncing back through adversity and his ability to tap deep into the tenacious mental attitude he possesses allowed the prize of dedication to his dream... I love it, I will always love it, as I do the memory of watching it!
Thank you so much for writing about this fine Australian... and thank you for the added notes to others who read and don't know the full extent of this man's character will now know... the man behind the urban legend.
No, it wasn't just a Bradbury, it was divine order.
Such an emotional ride reading this Wendy... should have had six stars attached!
Beautiful write Wendy!
With our thoughts we create...
an avenue to succeed.
Kind regards,
James.
Comment Written 20-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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Thank you James - a wonderful review. We should all be very proud of this fellow Aussie with his inspirational story, and perhaps it was divine order. But having the back story makes his achievement so very remarkable. An amazing man, and I enjoyed looking into his story.
Wendy
Comment from jmdg1954
An inspirational story not only for adults to enjoy but also for children and teenagers. He can be or should be looked at as a role model for those youngsters.
His "never give up" attitude can in fact take a person a long way.
Thank you for sharing, Wendy.
John
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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An inspirational story not only for adults to enjoy but also for children and teenagers. He can be or should be looked at as a role model for those youngsters.
His "never give up" attitude can in fact take a person a long way.
Thank you for sharing, Wendy.
John
Comment Written 20-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
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Thank you very much John. Yes, knowing what he overcame makes it a truly remarkable and inspirational story for everyone. I appreciate your super review.
Wendy
Comment from Pearl Edwards
Great write abour our Steven Bradbury, Wendy. I didn't know he had overcome so many serious injuries, he deserves the medal for his perseverance. Well told, I'm sorry I haven't a six left for this write. Well done,
Valda
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2023
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Great write abour our Steven Bradbury, Wendy. I didn't know he had overcome so many serious injuries, he deserves the medal for his perseverance. Well told, I'm sorry I haven't a six left for this write. Well done,
Valda
Comment Written 20-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2023
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Thank you Pearl. I appreciate your lovely review. I found his story very inspirational as I researched his life.
Wendy
Comment from patcelaw
Stephen absolutely. Deserves a gold medal. Not only for the way that he won the race but also the heart that was inside him that pushed him to do the very thing that he was able to accomplish. I did not know the story, but I enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing. Patricia.. Patricia
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2023
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Stephen absolutely. Deserves a gold medal. Not only for the way that he won the race but also the heart that was inside him that pushed him to do the very thing that he was able to accomplish. I did not know the story, but I enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing. Patricia.. Patricia
Comment Written 20-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2023
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Thanks so much Patricia, for such a lovely review. Yes, his story is inspirational for all of us.
Wendy