It seems so long ago because this country and especially this province have become wrapped up in something amazing. As a long time Olympics follower when my fellow Canadians were performing on the international stage I was supporting them from my couch 100%! During the Beijing OLympics Adam Van Kooverden had my attention at 5 am for his race and virtually all the other Canadian athletes did too.
Regardless of the issues with VANOC, sustainability problems, and much of the controversy in the pre-games activities, I’m so proud to have hosted the 2010 Olympics in my province.
To see the humility and passion for sports and teamwork and the sweet sounds of millions of Canadians chanting Oh Canada with pride, has left me thrilled and even more excited for the coming weeks: especially to watch the Paralympics soon!
Here’s the important thing that I think all of us as Canadians need to remember after the Olympics have gone and life returns to normal. We have to make sure that we hold on to the passion and pride for our country and fellow peoples. We have to commit ourselves to service to one another and making Canada an even better country to be a citizen of.
This energy that has encompassed the Olympics with “I Believe” ringing in our ears during every victory represents Canada. We’ve got to believe in the power of our country and ensuring its maintenance of our values and great Canadian way of life.
So yes…on the last day of the 2010 OLympics lets let out a loud cheer for Team Canada, and remember how wonderful the ‘golden’ moments of Canadian victory were and will continue to be.
GO CANADA GO!
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