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Monday, August 30, 2004

It's always a bit bittersweet when the Olympics are over. The Games are such a uniting force in the world, even if it's for two short weeks. It's miraculous, really.

I love watching the Closing Ceremonies. It's such a huge party; the athletes and spectators always look like they're having the time of their lives. The spectacle; the music; the dancing; it's infectious.

There were so many awesome moments this Games; but I think my most favorite was when Jeremy Wariner, Otis Harris and Derrick Brew swept the 400m. They are incredibly fast. I loved watching them!


Jeremy Wariner, of the United States, center, celebrates as his wins the gold medal in the 400-meter final ahead of compatriot Otis Harris, left, and Derrick Brew, right, at the Olympic Stadium during the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, Monday, Aug. 23 2004. Harris won the silver, Brew won bronze. (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)

Highlights of the 2004 Games: The true winners in Athens.

Now it's time to get ready for the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin (Torino), Italy. I am doing whatever I can to be there. I'm mostly concerned about getting tickets to all the short track speed skating events. Tickets don't go on sale until November, though. Only 17 months until I'll, hopefully, be in Italy. Ahhh! I can hardly wait! ;)


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