A Magical Moment
Throughout these Olympics games, I have not been able to watch a single gymnastics competition without crying. Without fail, Simone would go tumbling through the air on the floor exercise or Laurie Hernandez would take a daredevil leap from the…
Becoming ‘The Greatest:’ What Ali Taught Me
When boxer Cassius Clay changed his name in 1964 after converting to Islam, it took some time for ‘Muhammad Ali’ to stick. As I toured the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Ky., last week, I watched footage of old media interviews in…
You’re Greater Than You Think
When I was younger, my mother informed me that I was heavy-handed. I unintentionally slammed doors, cupboards, and toilet seats because I did not realize the force behind my movements. With her encouragement, I lightened my touch. Unfortunately, while cleaning…
