Beloved Cleveland Clinic employee with Down Syndrome inspires with gold medal at Special Olympics

[@110311DONTWANTCHANNE]

for many olympic athletes, the sport is their job...this woman has a regular job AND trains for her sport

[@DAISYROSE22]

Congrats to Annie. She's a winner with or without a medal because she' shows up everyday to her job, her employer can depend upon her, and does her job to the best of her ability. That's what being a "winner" is all about.

[@stefs3460]

Agreed! The figure skating medals are cool but showing up to work with a good attitude and being dependable is already winning! Especially these days , less people with a good work ethic than 15 or so years ago.

[@Noonecares3203]

I totally agree

[@rebeccayates6398]

Well said Great Job Annie🎉🙂🥇

[@eliciaellis7428]

So true!

[@PitBullPlaysGames]

shes not a winner. she got a participation trophy because people felt bad

[@celinefederici6951]

Annie is a great role model. Parents should show this video to their children especially the lazy, privileged or biased ones.

[@edithboulie3375]

Yes she is

[@hollyfleur6144]

i really like your reply until you get to the word "especially".

[@Kinikia95]

You're exactly right.

[@MsLove-lb1vz]

Alot of adults need to see this as well....

[@LauraHogue-k5u]

I love her story and strength, but I also love the story of her ‘village’ of support, too. Kudos to all. This is what it should be like for everyone.

[@eliciaellis7428]

The world would be so much if that was so!❤

[@mommybear2]

"You keep going. You keep trying." Great advice for all of us.

[@JustAsking2No]

A Class act. On my best day I couldn't even stand up on the ice,let alone do ANY of those maneuvers.

[@wendysnyder6443]

My exact sentiments! I can’t even roller skate! 😂 She’s very brave! ☺️ Kudos to her! 🥰 👏👏👏👏

[@carol.luna.stella]

Agreed, me too

[@infinitejest441]

Annie’s a great role model for us. Congratulations! 🥳

[@heath2510ok]

Annie’s a super star,love from the UK ❤️🇬🇧

[@joellafrechette4011]

My mother was a volunteer at an adult training workshop for those with Down Syndrome. They would hold open houses and I credit those years for helping to instill in me a strong work ethic, a sense of community and being able to find joy and accomplishment in whatever makes you happy. Continue being an inspiration, Annie!

[@nancymattingly8645]

I got chills watching this video. I'm sure she is an inspiration to everyone she comes into contact with. You rock Annie.

[@Stuff_I_Watch]

Someone please sponsor Annie!! She deserves to go to more meets!!

[@annem.parent8580]

Annie should be proud of herself. She is amazing!!! Congratulations Annie!!!

[@thebewitchinghour831]

A feel good story. I clicked right away. Great job Annie! I love how her coworker/boss started to choke up when talking about her. True compassion for her.

[@rdred8693]

I'm so thankful we live in a time where people like Annie are able to live a normal life

[@shoshanakent3645]

What an inspiration Annie is. Hello from Israel.

[@ChrisWojcik-v9t]

I'm so proud of you Annie ❤❤❤❤❤

[@amechealle5918]

This Beautiful young lady is an example for American! She is a Blessing!!! 💕💕

[@suecoelho467]

Humbling and OUTSTANDING

[@angelicanimegirl911]

Congratulations Annie!

[@MsLove-lb1vz]

Peace and love Annie..... I work with adults with special needs. It's an awesome group of ppl to work with...

[@julieannemichelle]

There was a time when having a baby with Down’s syndrome would be so sad and devastating but thank god’s within time we’ve turned that around to see that people with Down’s syndrome are very capable people and they truly inspire me!!!❤

[@kasondaleigh]

Down syndrome seems to equate with a heart full of joy. I would be happy to have a child like that.

[@dawsie]

I have seen many a parent wrap their child up in cotton wool because of their Down syndrome rather than encouraging them, these children grow up so isolated they shut down and stop speaking and interacting at a very young age only to pass away early in their life. Those who are allowed to work and play and follow their dreams live longer and happier lives for it. May Annie have a long life following her dreams.

[@eliciaellis7428]

Yes.May God bless her in all endeavors.

[@blumberg1982]

Go girl!

[@Maeve-bgr]

Annie is great! But truth is, not all people with Down's syndrom are able to do these sort of things. There are differences between all the people who have Downs. Some can go to a regular school for instance, but most not. But I applaud the parents and brothers for giving her an as normal life as is possible, including her in everything and probaby challenging her to do everything she is capable of.

[@redlady222]

What a hard working, amazing athlete ❤ Great job Annie! I’m proud of you!

[@darlenemc3586]

Annie is an angel on ice. She looks beautiful ice skating!

[@stephaniehuntercarter9079]

Truly an inspiration for all. Very beautiful young lady!

[@justjulie2859]

What a great story, everyone needs and “Annie”.

[@jennyb7745]

How wonderful,well done Annie.👌

[@jacobforrester9827]

I find ice skating a great way to sit on ice really hard. She's one heck of a person and a good skater on top of that. Bravo!

[@larswillsen]

Well done Annie, you're adoring ♥

[@thecleanercurtis4370]

My absolute favourite people in the world......love for all the annies everywhere ❤❤❤❤❤ From Australia

[@claudethibaudeau2714]

I love this story. Wtg Annie. Big thumbs up from Canada 👍👍👍

[@22RosesGrow]

👏🏻🌷You are an inspiration for all of us in this world , Annie.

[@merytsitmaat9308]

Truly inspiring! Congratulations Annie on all of your accomplishments!

[@denisesw9128]

Lovely story, I’m so happy for Annie’s success! Hard work and a good attitude have paid off for this beautiful young woman ❤ Congratulations to Annie and her family for raising such a good person.

[@crimequeencreates8248]

This is a real feel good story about a wonderful young lady!

[@pinksugarcookies71]

What a fantastic young lady! Well done! ❤

[@DeborahEvans-r2v]

Someone PLEASE bring her skills and existence to the attention of Harris and Walz. Let them and the world see EXACTLY how much people like Annie and with other disabilities can work, grow, contribute, and thrive. She deserves the gold and the blue on and off the ice, especially in November. 😁💙🇺🇲

[@1packatak]

Harris and Walz don’t care. They support abortion of babies with defects so people like Annie are never born.

[@wendymartin8269]

​@@1packatakthat's an fing lie. The GOP (guns over people) or (guns, oil, pollution) or (genitalia obsessed party) doesn't do anything for disabled people. They only care about money, rich people, and corporations.

[@CommonWealther]

A truly lovely and inspiring young lady. ❤

[@webwhisper2701]

Annie is a gift 💙💙💙💙🥰🥰🥰🥰💙💙💙💙

[@HelenCamile63]

Way to go Annie! Ice skating is my favorite winter sport. ❤

[@mejustme71]

Heartwarming story! U go, girl!

[@Scaad267]

I look like Bambi on ice…. She is amazing on skates and I am so envious 😮

[@irenemarlor4583]

Annie you go girl!! Your very good at this ice-skating , and you inspire others. Australia 🦘👍💖

[@jacqueline8665]

Well done Darling Annie! Love from Australia

[@viewfromthehighchair9391]

Awesome young woman!!

[@daynasafranek7807]

Annie seems like such a cool young woman! It’s so awesome that she gets to travel and compete around the world while doing something she loves. Not to mention she still has a job she enjoys… if we could all have it so good! Way to go, Annie! 😊❤

[@tamibeller3903]

You go girl!! You are so amazing! Many blessings! 😊

[@vanessamitchell6664]

Annie! You are quite an amazing woman! Beautiful in every way!! 🥰 a true inspiration! Keep going girl! The world is at your feet! ❤️❤️❤️

[@eliciaellis7428]

YES❤🎉!!!!

[@jokelly1762]

You are an inspiration Annie!

[@jillburton6041]

Great story about a great young lady.

[@mirandachristina3412]

What a Legend! Thanks Annie😁❤👍

[@dolivier]

I skate, it's hard, Annie is amazing and I love who she is ❤😊

[@debrabolton9372]

Such a wonderful young woman. Remarkable. An inspiration to all!❤

[@maureenguichard7291]

Great job, Annie!

[@lauspillane2210]

Annie, you rock! Keep up the good work and continue to spread your joy and love! 💕

[@carol.luna.stella]

Wonderful, God bless you Annie

[@BettyBoopkayaks]

Congratulations , you are amazing !

[@cheryl5994]

FROM ONE ICE SKATER TO ANOTHER. . . WTG ANNIE, YOU REALLY ARE A STAR! ⭐️ WELL DONE FOR ALL OF YR HARD WORK, IT'S GREAT WHEN IT PAYS OFF & YOU WIN A MEDAL. GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR MEW ROUTINE. 🤩👍🏼 🏅 🇬🇧

[@irenaoreskovic8339]

It is so wonderful for her to be so active and good in sports 👍❤️

[@louiselloyd1523]

WOW!! Good for her!!!! 💖

[@debbieomalley3451]

Congratulations‼ You are a gem.

[@patwetzel7920]

We're proud of you girl...

[@zormier2002]

What a wonderful human being you are! God bless you Annie

[@gaildavison5180]

What a great girl & a great family. I hope she finds love one day with someone special.

[@leeyaferguson9019]

Good job, Annie😊😊

[@marybridges1962]

Yay! Annie way to go girl!🎉❤❤❤

[@Maria-ip1vh]

You are amazing Annie! ❤

[@april-showers77]

So talented and inspiring!!

[@MrTwenty20video]

Wonderful story. God bless her. ❤ 🙏

[@gailself8619]

Awesome! Congratulations Annie!

[@SmilingBeaver-ou7nc]

Congratulations Annie🎉🎉❤

[@yardrail3432]

Good on her...amazing!😊

[@rewaaustin4364]

What a beautiful story. Nothing is beyond this lovely go-getter!

[@theastewart6721]

What a heartwarming story. Annie, you encourage me, you lift me up. I’m 67 not a young girl. May you continue to be blessed because you are a true blessing! Your parents and support system is amazing. ❤❤

[@Mary-po4ti]

She is amazing 👏

[@suzypos4571]

I've worked with special needs people and they are hard working and very friendly ❤..congratulations 🎉 Annie..keep it up girl 😊

[@queenbuzybee4074]

Congratulations to Annie and her family!

[@southernoregoncatmom6519]

Congrats! Keep on skating.❤

[@georginashanti4605]

Way to go Annie! Your positive energy, hard work ethic and athletic ability is really inspiring! I loved this story, it made me smile. Your energy is so uplifting.

[@queenbee4427]

God bless her

[@melaniehadsell5158]

You are a great inspiration 😊

[@ericherman5413]

She's a beautiful soul!

[@brendaanne0810]

She is a BEAUTIFUL, talented young lady going very far in her life... 💗💯

[@af3790]

Congrats to her🎉🎉🎉🎉amazing story ❤

[@katherinehamilton2147]

Annie is such a role model to everyone! Love Her!!

[@lechatbotte.]

She like her papa. What an excellent young woman. It’s society that stops people from succeeding not the people who have the challenges. Congratulations to an amazing woman.

[@jeanneblondewomanstamping9788]

Way to go, Annie! You are an inspiration! 🎉🎉🎉

[@absatwell8163]

Love this!!

[@vcello6450]

She's adorable and I hope she has a happy life.

[@karencowan3458]

Determination, positive attitude and striving to always improve. She’s got it all ! Congratulations Annie!

[@Sue-zf5uu]

Downs sufferers are our Christ among the thorns. Love is all they feel. Not a mean bone in their body.

[@yvonnepagan9912]

Wow Annie! If only all girls and boys were as dedicated to their jobs and their tasks! You are an incredible role model for anyone and everyone! Congratulations on all your successes, and May there be many many more,❤️😊🏅🏅🏅❤

[@haplessasshole9615]

If only all of _us_ were as dedicated, not just young'uns. I know it's what you really mean, but I just wanted to make it explicit, rather than implicit. Not correcting you -- just expanding!

[@debbiej.2168]

Great job!

[@wendyroman4944]

Annie is a light in the dark! Congrats on the medals honey! You are Amazing! 🌹

[@conniekirby851]

Wonderful ❤❤❤❤❤

[@valeriewilleto5583]

You go, girl! Congratulations, champ! ❤😊

[@spmoran4703]

Well done Annie . 😊

[@anitagrant6465]

You are amazing

[@nwtigerwoodard1471]

Thanks for sharing about her she is just amazing. She has so many goals and with great support of family which means everything to a child.

[@NerakSirrah1]

Annie, you are so beautiful. Thank you for being you. I am honored and proud of you. ❤