Agent. Of. Change.
I've always gravitated towards strong women in my life. My mother, my grandmother, my tennis captain, my female classmates, and strong characters depicted in TV and film. They include Bionic Woman, Wonder Woman, and oh of course, Hilary Clinton.
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But one that has stood out the most in my life is Billie Jean King. As a preteen I really did not have any dream or life direction. When I saw this woman compete against a guy who is twice her age in a tennis match, it really helped me view and solidify the idea that women are just as good and should be respected as such. Even though I'm a guy, this imagery and motivation was a positive aspect.
This is one of the reasons why I picked up tennis, I wanted to be part of a group or have some sense of belonging and accomplishment. As a youth, you constantly struggle to develop an identity, or begin to find one. BJK was a motivator. Based on her platform and abilities in her career sport she made her dreams come to life.
Today, I'm happy to know a lot of her missions in life are met. I only hope, I can do at least one thing that helps humanity live in a more equitable life. Good read indeed. Took me awhile, but I always finish a good book.
"One of the things it taught me is that every ball that comes to me, I have to make a decision.“
- Billie Jean King
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