The Olympics are one of my favorite times of the year. I love the balance of patriotism alongside the world coming together. I feel so much pride in rooting for my country. It is such a cool way to compete against other countries in a respectful and fun way. Although the premise is competition, the Olympics still bring the world together. Despite differences, countries from all around the world come together to determine who the top athletes in the world are. It is a time when life-long dreams are realized.
Also, the Olympics are so full of history. Many athletes have come and gone, some fulfilling their dreams, others going home devastated and empty handed. Despite the ups and downs of the Olympics, they continue on every two years. A tradition worth keeping.
I am happy to report that currently the US is leading in both the medal count as well as the gold medal count. Although some people believe the medal count in the most important, I believe that the gold count is the most important. It is best to have the most athletes best in the world, rather than the most athletes in the top three. Having both honors is even better though! I become very patriotic during the Olympics and I am excited to continue rooting on my country!
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I like watching the Olympics too but for these Winter Olympics I havent been keeping up that much about it. In the last summer olympics of 2008 ,I watched almost everything. It was very interesting to watch and Beijing looked very cool and decorated. I watched some sports such as basketball, gymnastics, kayaking, and other more events. It was competetive just like how i can imagine this Olympic event to be. Well, keep rooting for your country and good luck to all those who particpate.
ReplyDeleteI like the Olympics also, but I never have time to watch them anymore. I hardly ever have time to sit down and watch T.V. for an hour or two. I think that the last time that I actually watched T.V. was way back in Winter break. Anyways, have you ever been to the Olympics live? Seeing the Olympics live is one of my life goals. I think that the Olympics will be in California sometime in my life. I think I'm just going to wait around till it comes here.
ReplyDeleteI'm with you, I think the historical aspect of the Olympics is phenomenal! I went to Olympia in Greece, and it was really special to see where the first games were played, and the idea created :)
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