Apologies for the late publication this morning. Apparently I scheduled for PM rather than AM.
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Genre: Historical Fiction
Word Count: 100
THE QUEEN OF GYMNASTICS
With balletic grace and powerful style, thirty-one-year-old Agnes Keleti turned back flips and pirouetted across the mat. The crowd cheered.
“This is for you, Dad,” she whispered under her breath as she raised her arms in victory. “This is what we trained for.”
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He would’ve been so proud to see his daughter win the gold at the 1952 Olympics and again in 1956. The vicious shark had failed to devour her. She’d survived—not only survived, but prevailed.
“These hundred years feel to me like sixty,” she told reporters on her birthday. “Health is of the essence. I love life.”
Agnes turned 102 in January of this year.
Rochelle Wisoff-Fields-Addicted to Purple 
What a remarkable woman 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
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She is indeed, Sadje. Thank you for reading and commenting. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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My pleasure Rochelle 🩷
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Dear Rochelle,
Wow! What an amazing story of determination, triumph and inspiration. I love how you dig up these wonderful people and share their stories.
Shalom and lotsa flexible love,
Dale
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Dear Dale,
This one found me. A friend tagged me me in a post about Agnes Monday. Just in time. 😉 She is one amazing human being. Glad you found her as fascinating as I do. Thank you.
Shalom and lotsa graceful hugs,
Rochelle
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How they get to you matters not, as long as you keep sharing!
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True that. And how could I resist writing a story about a Jewish athlete? 😉
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You could not!
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Nice little story, though Agnes’ story is great. 10 Olympic medals, 5 gold. Amazing. And still going at 102.
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Dear Trent,
She is a wonder for sure. Thank you for reading and commenting. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I see what you did with the shark there. Clever not to tell us what it was
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Dear Neil,
I’m glad you caught that. Sorry for my tardiness due to tech fail this morning. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Wow. Her flexibility is phenomenal. Particularly at her age. Thanks for sharing this story. She is quite a legacy.
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Dear Jan,
She is indeed a wonder. I hope to be that flexible should I reach her age. Thanks for reading and commenting, m’luv.
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Hard to imagine, but as ever you make it easier. I wondered about the shark for a while, but it all became very clear. What an inspiration.
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Dear Jen,
I love to share stories of amazing humans who encourage us all. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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What a marvellous story of survival, resilience, and a happy spirit! Inspiring!
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Thank you, Linda. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Her story is one of so many extremes. It’s a wonder when a person still prevails despite the worst parts. Her spirit is strong ❤
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Dear Lisa,
Strong spirit indeed. I’d love to know more about her but not that much is written. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, you are very welcome. I consider so many of your stories as a public service, bringing noteworthy heroes to light, one at a time ❤
Shalom,
Lisa
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Querida Rochelle,
Que cuento mas bello. I love this woman. I’m impresses by her resilience, energy and will to rise above adversity. Interesting that she was competing at 35. Now-a-days, she probably wouldn’t be able to compete. These are hidden stories you don’t hear about. I enjoyed the video too. The only negative is that she had to lose her father and family in such a horrific way; that made me sad. But, she’s 102 years old. I should live so long …. nah, I think 100 is enough. 😆
Abrazos mi amiga,
Isadora 😎 🤗
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Querida Isadora,
Agnes is impressive. I can’t imagine the pain she suffered at losing so much of her family. Resiliant indeed! Gracias mi amiga.
Shalom y cariño,
Rochelle
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Wow! That is an inspiring story!
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Thank you, Clare. She is one for the history books. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Oh, Rochelle! A story both tragic and triumphant.
Thankful for brave and talented people who keep hope alive for the rest of us.
Brava!
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Dear Jan,
So nice to see you here. 😀 She is an inspiration. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Health is the key. What an extraordinary life!
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Health is definitely the key, Tannille. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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What a wonderful, strong, and resilient woman. And her smile . . . 🙂
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She is indeed, LIsh. How could I not turn the spotlight on her? 😉
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Inspiring story and well written fiction, as always. Gracias amiga.
Tracey
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Querida Tracey,
Thank you for your kind words. 😀
Shalom y abrazos,
Rochelle
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I remember reading about her and marveling! Thank you for sharing this!
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Na’ama Y’kara,
She’s one amazing lady. Happy to be able to write about her. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Flying through the air like she’s got wings. Amazingly beautiful to watch.
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Dear Laurie,
I agree. I’ve watched the video several times. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I’m in awe! What an amazing life she’s led, and she’s still going strong!
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Dear Keith,
She is amazing. 😀 Thanks for stopping by.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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What an amazing woman, sad to say I wasn’t aware of her before, thanks so much for sharing Rochelle💕
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Dear Angela,
I only recently was made aware of Agnes. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Wow! They should make a movie about her!
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Dear Liam,
Now that you mention it, I’m surprised there hasn’t been a movie about her. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Hi Rochelle,
I am always surprised and delighted with your historical story gems. Lovely.
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Thank you so much, James. High praise indeed.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Fascinating! Thanks for sharing her incredible story.
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You know me, Dawn. When I learn of them I have to share them. 😉 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I appreciate that.
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Agnes’s story is inspiring for many reasons. I love how she honours the memory of her father and dedicates her success to him. Amazing photos.
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Dear Margaret,
The part about her honoring her father’s memory is, as far as I know, the part that makes this story fiction. I can’t imagine her not honoring him, though. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Amazing and inspiring! Thank you for sharing her story.
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Thank you for taking the time to read and comment, Dahlia. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Wow! Lovely.
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Thanks so much, Brit.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Hi I saw you on the Facebook group and couldn’t help but look at your profile! Your stories are so inspiring and happy birthday! And many more to come.
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