Feminine

Amanda Barnhart: The arena is full. The crowd is roaring. My heart feels like it’s racing out of my chest. My hands are sweaty, and the pressure is indescribable. Before I step out on the floor, I close my eyes, I take a deep breath, and I quietly say to myself, ‘Be strong, be confident, and do your best. I’m living my passion. I hope to help lead the way for us. It’s time to show the world what women can do. It’s time to break the stereotypes of what is defined as feminine. It’s time to show off all the h