Saturday, July 28, 2012

Six word Saturday 

The Olympics are here at last



So after all the waiting and hype the Olympics have finally started!

We are looking forward to watching the events unfold and seeing if our local hero Rebecca Addlington can win more holds for Britain!

As Chipmunk is sports mad I can only presume that he will love it all.

Our watching will be done through the tv though,no traveling up to London for us.

Chipmunk has been tracking the torch since day one and I can't wait to see his face when it gets to the Olympic stadium.

After the drenching we got when it passed through our village I don't think any of us will ever forget it!


I have never known rain like it,it rained so hard the rain was stinging my eyes,there was thunder and lightening and those poor children were drenched down to their underpants.It took over two days for Chipmunks shoes to dry out!

And still the children cheered though!

We have been doing a few Olympic crafts here and talking about the Olympic rings.Chipmunk made the above painting using his fingers to make the circles,he made a real fuss at first but soon got into it,especially when he saw the pattern of the Olympic rings begin to form.

I can see that we will spend a fair amount of time watching these Olympics,let's hope TeamGB win a few medals!

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  1. AnonymousJuly 28, 2012 at 4:54 AM

    We saw the torch pass through our town in the rain as well, though not as heavy as you had it. The support has been wonderful :)

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    1. JessJuly 28, 2012 at 6:40 AM

      The support for the torch has been amazing!And after last nights ceremony Iam so glad we were able to see it!A day 'never' to be forgotten,for many reasons!

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  2. Wayne W SmithJuly 28, 2012 at 5:16 AM

    Have a great couple of weeks. It is special to host the event. Vancouver a few years ago was tremendous fun.

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    1. JessJuly 28, 2012 at 6:41 AM

      Thanks,we have got Olympic fever for sure!

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  3. AnonymousJuly 28, 2012 at 7:57 AM

    I hope you all enjoy!

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    1. JessAugust 3, 2012 at 2:24 PM

      Oh we are enjoying the Olympics!Its taking over our lives! Madness!

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  4. MlissabethJuly 28, 2012 at 10:02 AM

    It must be really exciting to host the games so near!

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    1. JessAugust 3, 2012 at 2:25 PM

      It is :-) we are soaking it all up and enjoying every minute!

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  5. JimJuly 28, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    Hi Jess ~~ Yes, I also have some national pride. We are torn a little over here (Texas) because our kids (Daughter (Karen on the run), SIL, and two granddaughters) live in London. Karen is the bread winner and Billy is a stay at home Dad.

    I am sorry that it was raining so hard for the torch bearer when he/she came through. But that part will help the kids, wet to their drawers, remember it better.

    Jim's Six Words for July 28
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    1. JessAugust 3, 2012 at 2:30 PM

      Hello Jim :-) have any of your London family been to see the Olympics?We are still avidly watching,we will have square eyes soon!
      Oh the rain on the torch day was unreal!I can still feel that stinging feeling in my eyes!Same as you say tho,that does help us remember the day!

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  6. restlessjoJuly 28, 2012 at 12:34 PM

    Funny how it brings out the patriot in you. This has been quite a year for celebrations, hasn't it?
    I'm not too hot on sports and was really sad that Rafa isn't competing, but I find myself being drawn into the enthusiasm. James Bond and Mr. Bean were great entertainment last night. My Polish niece watched with a bemused expression on her face!

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    1. JessAugust 3, 2012 at 2:36 PM

      Hello :-) we have just found out that Murray is through to the tennis finals!This will unite our nation 'again' :-) I also like Rafa! We are totally obsessed with the Olympics still!Its been a exciting time for us x

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  7. CheriJuly 28, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    I'm not particularly a big Olympic fan, but it would be really cool to see the torch. And, if any were ever fairly close to me, I might have to take myself to an event. Glad you guys had such a great memory, even if it was a wet one.

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    1. JessAugust 3, 2012 at 2:38 PM

      It was cool to see the torch,something really special.My youngest son actually got to hold a torch and do did I,I did like that ~ a part of history :-)

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  8. LindaJuly 28, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    I hope there will be some warm dry weather for you there...so that all may enjoy the Olympics!

    Linda

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    1. JessAugust 3, 2012 at 2:40 PM

      Hello :-) well the weather has been pretty good up to yet!Had to dodge a few rain clouds but we are getting very used to that over here!

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  9. Susie ClevengerJuly 28, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    Enjoy watching the Olympics. I love watching it. I am from the United States so I am hoping to see some gold come home with the athletes.

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  10. JessAugust 3, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    Hiya :-) well your country has win a LOT of gold this week.We are admiring your swimmers especially 'Phelps and Lochte' and we are adoring the games

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