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I love her attitude, but as much as I'd like to bring my medals to a speech or appearance, I never do.

Mary Lou Retton

I love her attitude, but as much as I'd like to bring my medals to a speech or appearance, I never do.

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Many medal winners dream of competing in a sport other than the one they're famous for.

Mary Lou Retton

Many medal winners dream of competing in a sport other than the one they're famous for.

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About Author
Mary Lou Retton (born January 24, 1968) is an American retired gymnast. At the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, she won a gold medal in the individual all-around competition, as well as two silver medals and two bronze medals.
Retton's performance made her one of the most popular athletes in the United States. Her gold medal win was historic as Retton was the first American woman to win the all-around gold medal in Olympic gymnastics.

Companies that support sports developmental programs in our communities should also be applauded.

Mary Lou Retton

Companies that support sports developmental programs in our communities should also be applauded.

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Former Olympians also get paid to make appearances. Many of them won their medals in an era when Olympic success didn't go hand-in-hand with financial success.

Mary Lou Retton

Former Olympians also get paid to make appearances. Many of them won their medals in an era when Olympic success didn't go hand-in-hand with financial success.

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As simple as it sounds we all must try to be the best person we can: by making the best choices by making the most of the talents we've been given.

Mary Lou Retton

As simple as it sounds we all must try to be the best person we can: by making the best choices by making the most of the talents we've been given.

Tags: self, knowledge, simple, choices, talents