Olympics

Tomorrow is the opening ceremonies of the Olympics in Beijing. Yay!

I’m excited. Since the summer games only happen every four years, I hope to watch as much as I can. And it is an added bonus that the games are in Beijing this year. I mean, how awesome would it be to be able to go to Beijing? With or without the Olympics, I would jump at the chance to spend some time over there.

Oh, speaking of which, on my way to work this morning, I heard on the radio that some of the athletes are already complaining about the food that is being served in Beijing. Surprise, surprise (I was expecting this story and just waiting for it…). There was an athlete interviewed who was worried about her chances of winning a medal since her diet has been “completely thrown off” due to the unusual foods served to the athletes. Another athlete said that he was surprised by the vast differences of food that can be found at Olympic Village. He said that he found it so surprising that shark fin soup was served and is so popular among the local elites….I’m glad these athletes are really enjoying their experience in Beijing.

Anyway, the summer games are always so exciting to watch. I’m a big fan of swimming, diving, track and field and gymnastics. I’m not too familiar with any of the athletes or the favorites this year. But it still should be fun to watch. So I plan to park myself in front of the tube for the next couple of weeks, and I think you should do the same.