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That's cool...now if only I could get out of bed!

Addressing the crowd, John Furlong, said ..."the time has come to say goodbye...

Addressing the crowd, John Furlong, head of the Organizing Committee for the 2010 Games, said:

"The time has come to say goodbye and to perhaps compare for a moment the Canada that was to the Canada that now is. I believe we Canadians tonight are stronger, more united, more in love with our country and more connected with each other."

Well I know that in these past 2 weeks, even though I've said some negative things about the money that is spent and the relations that have become strained, I have felt more connected to Canada's people, as a whole, than I ever have before...and that is big for me!!! I didn't expect a sports event to touch my heart... but it has!
I don't leave the house much, and have been getting more and more withdrawn, I'm not sure why, except that dealing with pain and the fatigue that it causes, leaves me cautious about expending energy on anything but the basics, because sometimes I can't even do them. So the Olympics have meant alot more to me than watching an sporting event...They have given me exciting things/events to look forward to; things to even cheer about...loudly, and brought them right into my home!
It's been a wonderful ride, and the closing ceremonies were fantastic!
I'll miss it.
Thanks Canada

Joannie Rochette - a courageous and moving tribute

Bilodeau wins Gold for Canada

Alex Bilodeau brings it home for Canada,,,
the first gold medal to be won on home soil...ever!
Congratulations to Alex and Frederick! Makes you feel all patriotic doesn't it? Makes me miss BC too...Check out this video...

2010 Olympic Fatality

The Vancouver Olympics has begun with a fatality on its hands. Mr. Nodar Kumaritashvili , the 21 year old athlete who lost his life yesterday in a practice run of the luge event, was pronounced dead on arrival at the Whistler hospital that he was flown to.  Such a sad, sad, waste of life. Who knows where this story will end, as there is speculation about the design of the track, and talk of several "crashed" runs prior to this fatal run.  The Georgian team bravely walked out to a standing ovation at the opening ceremonies last night, but it may take more than consolations to end the pain.
Here is a video...NOT THE CRASH VIDEO...of another olympian luger discussing the Whistler track just shy of a month ago.  Things that make you go Hmmmmmm....What do you think?

Father and Son

"Edward M. Kennedy Jr. shares a ride on a sled with his father at the family's McLean, Va., home in December 1973. The boy (Ted Jr.) was diagnosed with cancer that year and had to have a leg amputated. "

Yesterday, Senator Edward Kennedy, the last of the Kennedy "boys" was laid to rest alongside his brothers in Arlington Cemetary.
The funeral and it's procession were somewhat delayed by the overwhelming outpouring of support from mourners along the roadways. The family, in appreciation for their support, waved out of their windows...the crowds applauded...an unusual event during such an occaision...but totally fitting for this man.
The sun was fast fading when the hearse finally turned the corner into Arlington Cemetary.
By the time the mourners were arranged, the sun had set.
The family ended up standing in the dark. The grandchildren struggled to read what they had prepared to say, but could not see, and had difficulty speaking.
No matter...they continued on, a large group of shadows, with faces dimly lit by the eternal flame.
Whatever anyone wants to say about Teddy Kennedy, he fought a good fight...he had faith...he had flaws ...he had remorse, and repentance to the end. I don't know how it was possible for him to be so close to so many...an amazing feat. Please listen to his son's eulogy on you tube posted on my page opposite. It is deeply moving, and inspiring.

Father's Day...Bittersweet

Happy Father's Day to all those Father's out there who are involved in their children's lives, and being great role models. As Dr. Phil always says, the same sex parent is the most significant role model for any child. This fact is not meant to hurt or diminish those of us who are raising boys on our own, but it is a fact that we must consider as we continue to challenge ourselves to be both parents, which we cannot do. So what's the alternative...try to engage good male mentors for our boys...this is hard...families are busy and we must also be wise in choosing those mentors so as not to place our sons in vulnerable situations. It is a very hard juggling act. I have been blessed with a great Church where my pastors have taken the time to invest in my son's life, as had my own father, who goes to great lengths to do things with him, and help to support me in providing opportunities for camps etc. that we would not otherwise be able to afford.
Father's Day is still tough though. The week prior is tough because school of course is involved in making things for "DAD" inviting "Dad" to school activities. Our Principal, Mr. Winters, took time out of his busy day to help Matt with his project one year, which Matt then gave to our pastor, who gracefully accepted the gift without skipping a beat. May God Bless these men! TRULY BLESS THEM. Pastor Petersen took Matt fishing and they caught about 60 sunfish which they then filleted and we ate them for lunch! They were like little fish chips...I didn't know you could even eat sunfish!!!!! A true labour of love from both he and his wife.

Rooftop Poem from Iran

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKUZuv6_bus

God IS Great.