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Well, then, welcome to the club. Declaring “I am second” isn’t natural. Believing in someone you can’t physically see?
Live SecondParalympian Jessica Long’s greatest triumph
How does a girl with congenital defects in her legs born to a teenage mother in Siberia and placed for adoption become one of the most decorated female athletes in US history? And what does that same young woman, achieving unprecedented success in Paralympics swimming, do when she realizes that despite the outward honors and endorsements deals, she’s still filled with anger and brokenness on the inside?
Such is Jessica Long’s story. Told with her trademark passion and energy, her journey shows a love that conquers anger and brings her a bigger triumph than any of her gold medals.
Well, then, welcome to the club. Declaring “I am second” isn’t natural. Believing in someone you can’t physically see?
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