(1) What was your favorite part of the Opening Ceremonies?
When the countries walk in. It's so interesting to see them all. Just the outfits alone make for some entertainment. Also, I always forget how many countries participate and I love when you see how proud the countries with only 2 or so competing are :)
(2) Which country are you rooting for? ( I realize we aren't all Americans)
I'm half German and half American, so I root for both. Depends on the sport. If Germany had actually made it with their soccer team, I would've rooted for them all the way. Swimming, I root for the USA - love me some Phelps, and also some Lochte.
(3) Which is your favorite event to watch and why?
Swimming - it's just so fast paced and you can see them all competing at the same time. It just keeps you on the edge of your seats. I also love gymnastics (Go USA girls :) ). I'm just a fan of it all - ask my boss, it's been on my computer all day Monday and Tuesday - I'm still working, sort of ;P
(4) Have you found a new sport that is surprisingly delightful?
Not necessarily new, but I've gotten into the beach volleyball and the synchronized diving. That synchronized diving is no joke, and very hardcore!
(5) Have you always been a fan of the Olympics? what is your earliest Olympic Memory?
The time I really remember is the Atlanta Olympics in 1996. Living here, I had the opportunity to attend baseball while it was still part of the Olympics. I also got to walk around Centennial Olympic Park and also partake in numerous festivities for the public. There were pins to collect, and just so much excitement :) After that they've kind of been a blur until 2008 - I really started paying more attention. This year I've been even more into it than I was then. I just LOVE competition. I get so invested.
Congrats to Michael Phelps for winning his 19th medal, making him the most decorated Olympian of all time.
GO USA!!! and GERMANY!!!
2 comments:
yeah i am super stoked for Phelps, happy for him and his mama.
thanks for linking up!!
great answers. synchronized diving.
my son thought the men's speedos were their undies and they got a wedgie when they jumped in. too funny.
i haven't heard of it before this year though and didn't our ladies win gold in that? or a medal of some kind.
i totally remember the atlanta olympics, i almost signed up to go help that summer with a group to be guides or volunteer. they had too many and my friend that went ended up being stranded there i think they had hundreds of kids with nothing to do from other states there to to help. i'm glad i didn't go after all.
your story sounds more fun.
thanks for linking up!
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