Olympic Fever Finale

So, the Olympics are closing and the past two weeks have been magical.

In reflection, I'm absolutely proud to be one of many people in this world to say that "I am Canadian". From hosting the Olympics in Vancouver, to beating the most gold metals ever won in olympic history by one country - I am completely awestruck! I will wear my Canadian flag with pride each and every day!

Congratulations to all of the atheletes who made these Olympics marvelous!

Dar' she blows...

Leaving dinner yesterday, I started back to the hotel room (yup, I'm away for work and that means living in hotels). Although winter is slowly diminishing, darkness had already crept in. Maybe a little too dark; turns out, the power was out in our neighborhood.

So, what's one to do? Well, after getting changed in my hotel room from the dim light of the iPod, there was no hope of catching up with the Olympic replay's from the day's events. A short venture to Tim Horton's (in another neighborhood) and the power was back!

Why the blackout? Wind storm! The winds were so strong that they knocked the power out - such brutt force!

Olympic Fever

So, the Olympics are upon us and the Opening Ceremonies are to begin in less than 30 mins. I must say, I'm very excited. As much as I hate winter, I find the winter Olympics to be quite enjoyable.

The speed, the challenge and the amazing risk that each particant faces each day. Standing at the starting line, waiting to achieve their dreams - it's all too aww inspiring to me. Even when faced with danger, they are able to plunge into fear and push the limits of their talents. I can't contain the excitement!

So, what's the down side to the Olympics? More air-time for Ben Mulroney! Ugh!

Anyway, Go Canada!!!

They've Done It Again!

So, Apple has done it again.

Not only have they released a new gadget but they've provided good reason why everyone needs one. Not only is it useful for many different functions, but it follows in the footsteps of so many previous Apple creations...it's cool!

Last week's announcement, with no surprise, was the talk of the office. How many workers in my building use Apple products legitimately for work? One! And yet, this generation, so tied to things that are shiny and new, couldn't resist trying to find out when the iPad would be released (not to mention, released to Canadians). Oh, but don't misinterpret my comments as I was one of those admirers, if not one of the leaders. Yes, I'm part of the generation that requires shiny and new (as I type this blog on my beautiful Mac computer). I'll be the first to admit picturing this new product in my hands while surfing the internet or watching a movie while sitting in an airport waiting to catch my next plane. Yes, it would be nice, but then would it be practical or necessary?

Much like every Apple product, it leaves you pondering, "do I really need one?"