The Friendly Games

Normally I don't watch sports. They don't interest me, and I'm not a fan of competition and what it does to people.

However, I am LOVING the Vancouver Olympics this year. I'm watching it constantly and checking stats and live feed on NBCOlympics.com all the time. I'm all about Team USA, and if there are no American athletes in an event, I'm cheering for Canada.

I think what got me hooked was how welcoming and beautiful the Opening Ceremony was on Friday. I was mesmerized all evening. I loved how the Canadian aboriginal people were part of the ceremony as the Four Host Nations, with tribal dress and dancing, it was tasteful and exciting. I loved the music, and the Parade of Nations, and the gorgeous choreography. I was moved, and also felt patriotic, but not just for America, but for the world.

This year, it feels like the world is one team, cheering each other on and supporting each other. Sure, it's fierce competition, but its not unfriendly.

I don't know much about winter sports. But I know good sportsmanship, and that's what I've seen so far. So, GO TEAM USA, and GO WORLD!

Olympically yours,
Nay