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Gabby Douglas' 2 Mothers Watch Her Make Olympic History

Gabby Douglas has made history at the Olympics, edging out her competition to win the most coveted title in all of women's gymnastics – a gold medal in the women's individual all-around competition – and a gold medal in the team competition. It was no easy accomplishment to reach that podium as the star gymnast left behind life as she knew it to make her Olympic dream a reality. Two years ago, Douglas, then a 14-year-old from Virginia Beach, Va., took a leap of faith. "She said, 'I really need...Full Story
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