Nong Toom, The Beautiful Boxer

So, I spent a lot of time on YouTube this evening, unwinding before an fairly hefty exam tomorrow (not another Diploma until Friday, though!), and I rediscovered my love of Dido. More specifically, I looking into the video for It Comes And It Goes….

The woman who stars in this video, a short film about her life…amazing. First off, she's stunning to look at, and I wish I could kick that high, and powerfully.
Second, the strength it takes to realize your gender is not what it ought to be…and go through with the change—her life is truly an inspiration. Especially seeing as she was supporting her family while kickboxing, and was turned down for a sex exchange a few times…the perseverance and dedication…the self-knowledge!

Nong Toom is definitely one of my ne heros, and I'm slightly in awe.

For her to go on with her life, too…continue boxing post-operation, adopt a daughter (stay in such amazing shape!). Wow. I've definitely been blown away.

I also discovered there is a film, The Beautiful Boxer, that is about her story…I will definitely be looking for it!

So today I want to know…who is the most newfound inspiration to you?