I actually love this kid. Obviously not part of the “participation trophy” mentality.
She’s 16 and was extremely disappointed in her own performance after being so heavily favored. She apparently broke down in tears afterwards but held it together here as best she could.
Exactly. How would her detractors react to putting every fiber of his/her being into a goal (like, maybe, the success of a business) and then having it evaporate, even if it was a result of an accident? And, for goodness’ sake, she’s only 16. There are so many people who reach for the stars (think untalented actors and foul-mouthed comedians, particularly). She has the abilities. At least she’s not phony. And, come to think of it, would you prefer to associate with straightforward, honest people or with those who smile in your face and then stab you in the back? She’ll probably acknowledge her disappointment and then move on to be very successful.