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08.08.08..... Wow. As I sit here writing this blog I have chills, goose bumps & tears in my eyes. I can't even think where to start. One thing I know is I will forever hold this moment in my heart. For the rest of my life.
I was contemplating writing this on August 15, the day I won the All-Around title, but then I thought to myself.... Yes, that day changed my life for FOREVER, but it was August 8, 2008 that defined my career. I had never been more proud to be part of Team USA and to be able to share these moment with 5 other AMAZING, talented, sweet, caring girls.... I could go on and on about them (but I'll save that for another time!) We created such a special bond together that will last a lifetime.
Next I owe EVERYTHING to my parents, coaches, friends, and the other special people in my life
I can't even express how much these people mean to me and what they have done for me. My parents, well not much explanation needed for that one! They have guided me and showed me the path to not only success, but happiness, which in my opinion is the most important part of life. I have always had a pure love and passion for the sport of gymnastics and that's the only way it's possible to achieve your dreams. They have been there through the thick and thin.... The struggles and the triumphs.... The tears of sadness and the tears of joy. I would not be the person I am today without them. Thank you mom & dad.
Natalya, Evgeny, Sergei, Laurie, Natasha, Laurent and Cecile.... and all the other coaches and staff at WOGA. They have been there right behind me through my Olympic Journey.... Pushed me through the struggles and hugged me when I needed a hug! Thank you so much!
Evan, my agent who has made me believe that absolutely anything in this world is possible!!!!!!! From gymnastics, to modeling, to becoming a "business woman", and to living a somewhat "normal" teenage life.... If I put my mind to it, impossible is NOTHING!
Our wonderful national team coordianter, Martha Karolyi. I don't have enough words to thank her for leading our best team ever to Beijing. She always had faith in me, trusted me and pushed me when I needed to be pushed. I can't imagine how much pressure, stress and emotions it takes to lead a team at the Olympic Games. She will will ALWAYS have a special place in my heart. As I continue my career in the sport, she has been there every step of the way, and I am so honored to have her by my side.
Onto my best friends, Carly and Nina..... It was so amazing being able to watch Carly train and go on to win the All-Around Gold in Athens 5 years ago!!! It truly made me believe that I CAN do it too. My dreams all of sudden seemed SO realistic. Carly has supported me along the whole journey, been there for me when I was lost in the world of ,all the sudden being "well known". We continue to be the best of friends and I know we forever will!!!!! No too many people have accomplished the same thing we did, back-to-back!!!! :)
My other best friend, Nina.... Don't even know where to start! She traveled with me to Beijing, was there every single step of the way. I don't have enough words, or actions to thank her or repay her enough for how she has changed me life. Not only being there when I was getting my gold medal, or on the set of The Today Show, Access Hollywood, TRL, and all the other fun shows I did.... But also sitting through my 10 hour photo shoots, letting me cry to her over the phone, letting me sleep through the 15 hour flight from Beijing back home (without even trying to wake me up!!!!) She is a definition of a TRUE friend. I will love you forever & always Nin :)
Last put not least I would like to thank my fans! YOU guys have been awesome!!!!!!!!! Thank you thank you thank you for believing in me & for the continued support as I now proceed to start "Part 2 of my career" I have so many cool things in the works, that I know you all will be very excited about!!!! (A special announcement will be made on Tuesday!!!!!!)
I have made new goals & dreams for myself that I hope to achieve in the next three years of my journey to London :)
Hope you all have a wonderful weekend and spend sometime with the people that make a difference in YOUR life. Thank you again for helping my achieve my dreams.....
Xoxo-Nastia
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