The Torch Has Been Lit: Let the Games Begin!
The 2008 Summer Olympics start on Friday. Athletes from across the planet have converged to demonstrate their amazing skills. There are plenty of political, human rights and health issues with regards to the Beijing Olympics. But there is no denying the beauty of bodies in motion, celebrating our humanity and the community we share.
My friend, Larramie, shares interesting, thought-provoking and uplifting quotes, ideas, web sites and books at her blog, Seize a Daisy. She has found another gem, which I am posting below.
Gary Kamiya, who writes for Salon, writes: “Every Olympics is a miniature world — and leaves you feeling more hopeful about the human race than you were before.” Every four years, I am reminded of this, as I stay up late and raise a glass for the human spirit.
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Larramie said,
August 6, 2008 @ 12:26 pm
I am SO looking forward to watching individuals reach beyond their best and succeed…as did Monkey!
Kim Ayres said,
August 6, 2008 @ 2:05 pm
That video is currently being used for trailers for the Olympics on BBC TV in the UK, split into 20second sections. That’s the first time I’ve seen it all in one go
fromskilledhands said,
August 6, 2008 @ 5:26 pm
Me, too, Larramie. Thanks for finding this beauty.
I knew it was a BBC video, Kim, but I didn’t know that they had shown it in snippets.
Cathy said,
August 6, 2008 @ 8:20 pm
Always love watching those amazing athletes. Makes me get out and walk! Beyond pole vaulting now but every little bit helps!
Laura said,
August 9, 2008 @ 6:51 am
Hey Debra — We stayed up and watched the opening ceremonies last night. Well, actually I fell asleep on the couch before they were over, and my husnband went to bed, but I woke up and saw that my son, the runner, was still watching.
Love the vid from Larramie!