Quote by Nancy Kerrigan
I was thrilled one year when I was younger when not only did my brothers get hockey sticks for Christmas - but I did too!
Summary
This quote expresses the excitement and joy of the speaker when they received a hockey stick as a Christmas gift, just like their brothers. It highlights the feeling of being included and equal, as traditionally hockey has often been associated with boys or men. The exclamation of being thrilled suggests that the speaker might have longed for this gift and having finally received it, they experienced a profound sense of happiness and anticipation to engage in the sport alongside their siblings.