For Romi, Sunday's final auditions for the Denver Broncos Cheerleaders brought an end to a five-year hiatus from the team, and for others, it offered a whirlwind beginning or another year of continued devotion and excellence.
But for her, it was time to come back.
"It feels surreal. It almost feels like the first time all over again.," she said. "I can’t believe it, I am so honored to be back. [...] I’m so honored to be back with a new generation of cheerleaders."
August—when the cheerleaders will return to Sports Authority Field at Mile High to perform at Broncos games—is far off, but the ability to make an impact on lives outside of the stadium means more to her.