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Torch relay. Not able to watch this myself as computer is limping along
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map1131
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I heard on the news yesterday...they are trucking in snow. I bet some of you in the NE would love to contribute.
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I saw in my TV paper it starts 'here' at 6:30PM Central time.
so that translates to 5:30 Mountain time
and 4:30 Pacific BUT local times may vary and they hold this till prime time.
best to check online,,or in local TV listings which comes with our newspaper.
Looks like lots of good TV watching now,,,even Survivor starts tonight
and Amazing Race Sunday!!
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kam
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Thanks Don....
I guess if you had the right equipment to do the job it might not be a bad task....trucking in snow...kind of ironic
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- A reminder: The "We are the World" videos from both 25 years ago and the one they recorded this past week - are to be aired just before the ceremony. Not sure exactly what that means time or schedule wise, but a heads up as that should be very nice.
If anyone sees an exact time for that, I'd love to know. I don't watch much TV at all due to sensory stuff but others may hear of the specifics on and off during the day. -
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This is so very sad. I just heard a few minutes ago about the Georgian Luge athlete that died doing a training run. Not a good way to start the Olympics.
Prayers to his country and family.
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With regard to the Georgian luger who died during the training run, I thought it was kind of fitting that one of the pillars didn't come up for the lighting of the torch. Someone wasn't there who was supposed to be.
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Darn...fell asleep while the countries that start with a B were entering
How was the opening ceremonies?
I heard the guy in charge say he was planning an intimate opening ceremonies. How did it do that?
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- I can only speak to the part in the stadium, the official event, as I missed the network buildup to that. You will probably be able to purchase a DVD of the main events later.
With the somber attention in all the right places for the Georgian luge team member who died earlier that day during practice . . .
I was thrilled with the opening ceremonies. For once on television, something very classy and nothing that exploded my brain - no major rip-roaring audio disasters or flash attacks from hell - I only had to turn away once for a few minutes.
It was a wonderful evening by all standards. To say it was technically adventurous would be an understatement.
The story line was so carefully woven - the ambiance so unique - that even the applause was muted by the audience members each having a drum allowing them to also participate. Rather than crashing applause to spoil an artful moment, these drums emitted a pleasant whooshing sound, adding even another layer of rich texture in an evening filled with sensory delights.
I was most impressed with the Native Peoples and their prominence throughout the event. The artistic endeavor simply soared on every level for every artist who participated. The staging and art, seemingly out of nowhere and fluid beyond imagination, was magnificent.
The proud level of Canadian politeness (which was skillfully illuminated numerous times during the event) is not lost on me at all. However, what draws me most to them is their love of beauty and art as well as their absolute respect for nature - it all shone through brilliantly. -
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Kam... that was a great insight too on the missing pillar. Wow.
It was so sad to see the Georgian delegation walk in. Made me cry to see them so devastated.
I enjoyed the ceremonies too.
Hats off to our Canadian neighbors!!!
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- Robin,
You wrote: "With regard to the Georgian luger who died during the training run, I thought it was kind of fitting that one of the pillars didn't come up for the lighting of the torch. Someone wasn't there who was supposed to be."
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Thanks for the explanation. The announcers were clueless and I'm glad to know now. Seems very fitting, indeed.
Also makes more sense. If one arm actually had malfunctioned, they would have needed to do some specific and visible work to be able to function without it - that was a major gas source there that needed to be closed off. They apparently did all that before the ceremony. -
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Hope I have not all ready posted this...this is a video of the torch being carried throughout Canada
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So happy to see the Canadians get there first gold medal last nite
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Keebler, my statement about the pillar not coming up was a symbolic one - how I felt about it - I believe it really was due to mechanical failure - but it was more fitting this way.
Thanks for your description of the opening - I thought it was a great opening show too -
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- Robin,
Oh, I see. Wonderful interpretation on your part, though. Perhaps the Georgian team members also felt something in sync with that. -
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I'm really enjoying watching these winter olympics. The tradegy broke my heart. But the great stories on other athletes is so inspirational.
It's amazing just how dangerous these events are.
Pam
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- Pam,
Your mention of the danger has me also very concerned. A guest on the PBS NewsHour last night was discussing that.
The DANGER element has been raised on purpose - to attract more young people. The speaker has been reviewing this matter for several years and I must agree with him, it's very (I was going to say dangerous) situation but that is what they want.
What trumps the word "danger" to call attention to the fact that it can be a terrible standard to set as an essential element for any sport? This not only regards the potential for life-long damage to the athletes who make it to the top but also to the thousands who get hurt trying to get there, competing on their home turf.
It also raises the barre for that high-adrenaline rush that creates more risks for the physical and mental health of a younger generation, even if just watching. It's the adrenaline rush - and the national obsession with it - that may be just as dangerous as the athlete's higher, faster and stronger routines.
Why must it be so very dangerous to participants in order to attract patrons? I was shocked to learn this has been a conscious decision in planning by the Olympic committee.
I think it's part of a drug addiction in action. A true adrenaline high. A decade from now, I wonder what we will have learned about all that. -
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Analysis: Death and Injuries Raise Safety Concerns at Winter Games
Olympic Motto: Faster, higher, stronger
Olympic historian and author David Wallechinsky from Vancouver - talks about the safety risks athletes face. -
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A grandfather builds a backyard sled track that he says can propel riders up to 20 miles per hour.
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Hoping to read the posts soon...i have tried several times and not up to it yet.
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I caught part of the snowboarding event last night.
There was another one of her winning..I will go back later and take a look at it.
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Got to wondering what the Olympic athletes eat and what supplements they take to fuel their bodies.
Came up with this web site on what they actually ate at in Vancouver this year.
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