You’re saying I have to be a guy to be good?
Obviously, that’s not true.
When I’m skating, I feel like I can fly!
There are no limits."
I was always worried that I wouldn’t be good enough.
That’s the new me.
I’m a role model and I’m only 10 years old!"
I may even be better!'
I’m proud to play like a girl, because being a girl is awesome!"
Lucie Bacho, 11, San Francisco, CA.GirlsLeadingGirls.org
“I’ve beenrunningfor two years now.
It’s taught me that I’m capable of making my own decisions.
I don’t have to cower in anyone’s shadow.
I can say whatever is on my mindand my words can change the world.”
That’s when I prove them wrong.
you should probably be strong on and off the court."
I’m proud to race like a girl, because that means I’m strong!"
Just because I’m not a boy doesn’t mean I’m any less capable.
Skiing has taught me that I have the power to be myself and be happy."
When I’m dancing, gravity is theonlything keeping me from flying."
Sometimes I get tired, but I still go on, because it feels good to not quit.
I feel empowered."
Serenity Charlery (far right), 9, Silver Spring, MD.GirlTrek.org
