Believe In Yourself
I have learned from my 17-year-old granddaughter that the way to success is by believing in yourself. This will give you the confidence and drive necessary to succeed in any endeavor you may want to achieve. At a very early age, Kassidy Stilwell had an interest in sports as she was thoroughly indoctrinated by her dad and mom. She played baseball, basketball, soccer, and volleyball. Of all of these, she liked volleyball the best and joined a local Junior Olympic Team. She had the confidence and drive to succeed as she believed in herself. She is self motivated to play at her best, even when there were days when she wasn't feeling well. Once she stood on the court and play started, she was constantly focused on the game and her desire to win against all opponents. Over the years, she has won many medal awards - gold, silver, and bronze. The biggest and most rewarding was in 2011 at Atlanta, Georgia, when her team won the National Championship. Her belief in herself is a constant driving force that generates enthusiasm and drive for her teammates. It is not necessary to list all of her statistics that she has accomplished over the years as her actions and play on the court are easily recognized by all in attendance. When she was a sophomore in high school, she earned her spot to play on the varsity team. She is now a senior and has again achieved a high degree of success as a libero on the volleyball team. Kids do not always learn from adults. This is an example of what I have learned from my granddaughter, Kassidy Stilwell.
Bob Stilwell
Retired Manufacturing Supervisor since 2008. I'm a member of the American Legion Post 703 In Parma, Ohio. Active Member of the Parma Heights Historical Society and a School crossing guard for the City of Parma, Ohio. I have lived in Parma Heights for 50 years. This is where I met my wife. We have a son and daughter and 3 grandaughters. Two of our grandaughters are Junior Olympic Volleyball Players. They have won several state, Gold Medals, and a National Championship Gold Medal in Atlanta, Georgia in 2011. We are very proud of all of them.