Vancouver 2010 the Cauldron is Lit

I must admit it was impressive to see Wayne Gretzky lite the Olympic cauldron. I never really clued in that the point of carrying the Olympic torch all that way is to light the cauldron. It was kinda like something out of Mulan. Somehow the excitement of the torch sparked hope. It reminds us that with hard work and determination obstacles can be over come.

It was indeed tragic to hear of the death of the athlete from Georgia on the practice run of the luge. We don't need the fastest track in the world. Not at that price. We need to make it safer and add more Plexiglas so that doesn't happen again. What a tragedy. Indeed Georgia is another country we all cheer for now just like the Jamaican bobsled team. The Jamaican bobsled team have always been a favorite but we will forever hold a special place in our hearts for Georgia and the memory and loss of a good person.

It was embarrassing to see the spoilt brats protesting again carrying Mohawk flags they bought on E-bay. Like I said, Mohawks aren't from here they are from Ontario and Quebec. Mohawks are guests they do not have claim to the land owned by the Squamish First Nations. It was wonderful to see a First Nations tribute at the opening ceremonies. The clear giant totem poles looked like they were made of ice and the giant ceremonial prayer drum was a wonderful addition to the ceremony.

I was a little bit disappointed it was a bit of a we're so great show when it should have been a we're so great referring to the world not just Canada. We are great because of our diversity. That's what makes the games and all of us great. This is a beautiful place but it certainly isn't the best place on earth. There are many other places that are very beautiful in their own rights.

All in all the games for me bring a renewed sense of pride in my country which includes a respect for diversity not childish temper tantrums demanding free drugs at government sponsored injection sites. The cauldron is lit. Let's not be distracted by childishness and let's focus on the hope of the children. That is one thing our children need now more than ever.