Let the Games Begin!

Wow...did you see the opening ceremony from Vancouver last night? It was breathtakingly amazing. Never have I ever seen a light show like that.



Yeah, yeah...so there was a "gaffe" indoors lighting the flame that NBC made a big deal out of, but who cares? It was still gorgeous.

I loved all the LED display lights with the birds and bears...



The parade of athletes is so thrilling. Think of the tireless hours of practice all of these amazing people have spent to get to this place. My heart goes out to the team from Georgia for the loss of their teammate, Nodar Kumaritashvili, in the tragic luge accident. But it was awe-inspiriting to see them walk in.



And while I'm proud to be an American, I just enjoy watching the individual athletes strive for their goal and learning of their journey to the Olympic games. It's a wonderful time when people from around the world can join together in peace and sportsmanship.



Congratulations Canada (from an honorary Canadian!) on a magnificent opening. Here's to much success in the games!