moderateamericain Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 The winter olympics are a chance for the world to come together and compete over trivial things like "Who is the fastest", "who can jump the highest" etc. Its a chance to put aside the politics, a chance for young athletes to shine in sports that would otherwise never be exposed to the rest of the world. A great sign of that for example is the Jamacian ALpine skiier. Where in the hell would a Jamacian learn about skiing if not for events like the Olympics. Most important to me, is we celebrate the best. To me it seems like society has taken a step back and we only glorify the very worst or down trodden. For once, every four years, we get to see the very best in the world compete for a medal, and the best part about it is, nobody gets murdered in the process. (unless you compete in the luge and are from Georgia, bad joke I know) We already have a topic talking about why we HATE the Olympics. So if you disagree post it there, this is for people who enjoy the olympics for whatever reason, tradition, national pride, whatever you wish to post on. GO TEAM USA, and go Olympics. BTW 5-3 Put that in your pipe and smoke it. (see ya in the Medal round assuming you can handle the Russians) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shady Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 I also love the Olympics. The USA/Canada game last night was absolutely amazing. Even though I was disappointed with the result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodyminded Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 Most important to me, is we celebrate the best. To me it seems like society has taken a step back and we only glorify the very worst or down trodden. When? Who? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topaz Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 The US had the better goalie, so good for them. Now IF Canada can go on and win their games and come back and beat the US for the GOLD, then they surly deserve it! Go Canada! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DogOnPorch Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 Glorious weather. A bit too warm, of course, but the spring-like conditions have sure brought out the crowds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oleg Bach Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 It is great to see human being defy gravity..makes me feel like maybe we are decended from angels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capricorn Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 I didn't think I'd get this pumped over these Olympics. A lot of the people around me said the same thing. I am seeing spontaneous Canadian pride as I've never seen in my life. The US-Canada game was amazing and hard on the nerves to watch at times. The games will come to an end all too soon. Let's enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilber Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 I didn't think I'd get this pumped over these Olympics. A lot of the people around me said the same thing. I am seeing spontaneous Canadian pride as I've never seen in my life. The US-Canada game was amazing and hard on the nerves to watch at times. The games will come to an end all too soon. Let's enjoy. Amen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueblood Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 Top Olympic Moment The slovenian cross country skier who broke her ribs and collapsed her lung and raced anyway to pull off a bronze medal, collapsed after the race and had to be helped onto the podium. That's a testament to will power, dedication, and hard work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shady Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 Top Olympic Moment The slovenian cross country skier who broke her ribs and collapsed her lung and raced anyway to pull off a bronze medal, collapsed after the race and had to be helped onto the podium. That's a testament to will power, dedication, and hard work. Yep, that was great. I remember how much pain she was in after she finished. It was crazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilber Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 (edited) There always are in every Olympics, that's what makes it so great. Joannie Rochette's skate last night and Clara Hughes finishing her career at the age of thirty seven with her sixth medal in both summer and winter games has to be right up there for me. Edited February 25, 2010 by Wilber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shwa Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 BTW 5-3 Put that in your pipe and smoke it. (see ya in the Medal round assuming you can handle the Russians) Do you think we can handle the Russians now? The REAL Team Canada finally showed up with all lines playing like they ought. Bring on the Slovaks; and yeah, we all want a grudge match for the Gold. But the US has to beat Finland first. Hope you can handle them. GO CANADA GO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capricorn Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 A picture is worth a thousand words. Look at the photo in this story. http://www.theage.com.au/sport/winter-olympics/canadas-dream-gold-is-beckoning-20100225-p5w2.html GO TEAM CANADA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DogOnPorch Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 A picture is worth a thousand words. Look at the photo in this story. http://www.theage.com.au/sport/winter-olympics/canadas-dream-gold-is-beckoning-20100225-p5w2.html GO TEAM CANADA! Pretty much sums that up. Great photo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.Dancer Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 A picture is worth a thousand words. Look at the photo in this story. http://www.theage.com.au/sport/winter-olympics/canadas-dream-gold-is-beckoning-20100225-p5w2.html GO TEAM CANADA! The subtext is...why is an Australian media outlet writing about Hockey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Canada Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 (edited) Winter Olympics are better because almost all the sports involve speed. I find most events in the summer Olympics to be too bloody slow and proding. I need action dammit. Edited February 25, 2010 by Mr.Canada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shady Posted February 26, 2010 Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 Why I love the Olympics Two words. Joannie Rochette. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilber Posted February 26, 2010 Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 X2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capricorn Posted February 26, 2010 Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 Joannie was third, primed for a bronze medal, one skater to go. I could not...could not watch that final skate. Heart thumping, I never wanted something so much...to come true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jefferiah Posted February 26, 2010 Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 Winter Olympics are better because almost all the sports involve speed. I find most events in the summer Olympics to be too bloody slow and proding. I need action dammit. Speaking of which curling is on right now. I prefer them too, but really the Summer Olympics are better. Winter sports are pretty much limited to certain nations. Summer Olympics is a truly global event. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bush_cheney2004 Posted February 27, 2010 Report Share Posted February 27, 2010 Speaking of which curling is on right now. Canada v. Sweden in women's curling is just finishing up...the only thing that would make it better is if they competed topless! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallc Posted February 27, 2010 Report Share Posted February 27, 2010 So close Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bush_cheney2004 Posted February 27, 2010 Report Share Posted February 27, 2010 So close Too bad...Cheryl Bernard was so hot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capricorn Posted February 27, 2010 Report Share Posted February 27, 2010 (edited) Wow! Canada won the men's 500-metre short track gold and bronze medals and the 5,000-metre relay gold medal tonight. That puts Charles Hamelin as a double gold medalist. I think this guy should be Canada's flag bearer at the closing ceremonies. Anyone have any other contenders? Edited February 27, 2010 by capricorn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallc Posted February 27, 2010 Report Share Posted February 27, 2010 Joannie Rochette is what I've heard. If the mens hockey team keeps this up, it certainly won't be any of them..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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