On December 7, 2001, "Miracle Mary" Jones, Torchbearer #20, carried the Olympic Torch high and celebrated her victory of being able to walk again after becoming paralyzed. I recall watching her move what seemed like one muscle at a time (or whatever she could move) until she was restored. She earned her name "Miracle Mary" right before our eyes.
When she passed the Flame to me, Torchbearer #21, I had no words. I remember hearing cheers from the sidelines and the sound of my feet as they hit the pavement. The determination in my eyes speaks volumes.
Today I still carry the Flame for Torchbearer #20 as part of the enduring legacy enduring legacy of human triumph that the Olympics has represented since 776 BC.