Wednesday, 25 July 2012

Olympics 2012 Begins ....

As I type, I am listening to the national anthems of Great Britain and New Zealand. Unknown to many, the 2012 Olympics begins today, two days before the opening ceremony in London, with women's football (soccer to my American cousins). Not only that, it is happening at the Millenium Stadium in Cardiff. The preparations have been apparent, but low key. The weather is glorious so John and I decided to take Bay-B over to Mermaid Quay for an ice cream and then travel up the River Taff to the Stadium to take in some pre-match atmosphere....


We didn't get very far.  Security is fierce and all rivers and roads approaching the Stadium are closed to traffic.We were stopped by our friendly Cardiff Bay Harbour Patrol who were ready to give chase if we decided to full throttle and do a James Bond manoeuvre up the river. Cardiff will host several football events during the games, hosting both women's and men's teams including Brazil, Mexico and Spain. The city is resplendent in Olympics spirit.

For us, we can't wait until the opening ceremony on Friday and we will both be glued to a TV screen for the next two weeks. We both love the Olympic spirit and watching the world come together to play. We shall also be praying to the weather gods for more of the same blue skies we have been enjoying over the past few days. Enjoy!

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  1. Hello Dianne:
    Your post really does catch the excitement of the Olympics build up. Cardiff really has put its best foot forward!!! Enjoy,enjoy!

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    1. We surely will enjoy it! It is one our favourite events to witness every 4 years!
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  2. Hi Di!

    I would like to have seen photos of you ad John and Snokie doing a few JAmes Bond tricks.

    I too am waiting for the Olympics and plan to be glued to the TV...oh the perks of working at home.

    Hope you have a fabulous day!

    xxoElizabeth

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    1. Hi Elizabeth,
      I am glad you can visualise it - me too! :-)
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  3. How great the the sun is shining! It's all very exciting. Thanks for the "preview." Enjoy!!!

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    1. Hi Elizabeth,
      Yes, I am beginning to cook nicely!
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  4. I didn't know that. When the Olympics were here in 2002 I worked for the catering company that fed NBC at I was involved in early prep stuff because the press is there earlier than the public knows. It was a great adventure. I felt like I was a summer camp but in the winter for about a month! Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Hi Renae,
      That's a once in a lifetime experience by the sound of it. Lucky girl!
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  5. How fun! thanks for these great pictures. Looks like the sun was smiling down on you! That's wonderful!! I can hardly wait for Friday!!!!!!!! I have always loved watching the Olympic opening ceremonies!! So exciting! I know they will be fantastic!

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    1. Hi Karen,
      I am writing this after witnessing the opening ceremony. I am lost for words - genius!
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  6. Good morning, beautiful !!! It is so good to see you post again, and to see SOOKIE looking on in wonder. What a beautiful life you lead, on the water. I too am looking forward to enjoying the Olympic games from our large TV, but I do hope to get in more creativity during these last several weeks before school starts up. Though I will be returning as a substitute, I don't want to let go of the summer. But the games will be a finale that all the world can enjoy, and I do hope they will be cherished in SAFETY!

    BE WELL MY DEAR! Anita

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    1. Hi Anita,
      Always a joy to see you. We are indeed lucky with our lifestyle, especially when the sun shines. I can't wait to see what your creativity delivers!
      Di
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  7. Great pics! I'll be thinking of you at our friend's Olympic party tomorrow!

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    1. Hi Marianne,
      Hope you had a good party! We thoroughly enjoyed the ceremony - you?
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  8. Hello, Di -
    We are just as excited on this side of the pond! Congratulations to Bradley Wiggins and Great Britain for winning the Tour De France. And, we wish him the best at the Olympics!! Sending you lots of sunshine :)
    Cheers from DC,
    Loi

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    1. Hi Loi. Didn't Bradley do well! The UK is bursting with pride. Hope you enjoyed the opening ceremony. It was brilliant!
      Have a great weekend :-)
      Di
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    2. Di -
      Thanks so much for your visit and kind comments :-) We visited Meg, and watched the opening ceremony at her home. She made a most wonderful summer dinner.
      xo,
      Loi

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  9. Hello Di

    I love how you can take the rib up the river. Too bad you did not manage to get our ice cream. Wishing you sun shine, blue skies and athletes at their very best
    Helen xx

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    1. Hi Helen,
      We did have an ice cream, I tried the whisky flavoured! It was delicious :-)
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  10. So glad you are finally getting some warm sunshine, my dear! This is exciting...you have Olympic action right there! I am looking forward to watching opening ceremonies.
    Oooh, how I would love to peek into Cardiff Castle!! :)))
    Enjoy the festivities, sweet friend, and give Sookie a kiss on the nose from me!!
    Much love,
    - Irina

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    1. Hi Irina dear friend. The inside of the castle is amazing. All hand painted walls and grand rooms. I will have to do a post on it one day.
      Enjoy your weekend my dear friend :-)
      Di
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    2. Oh, that would be fabulous! It sounds exquisite, my dear!
      xoxo

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  11. Dearest Di!

    You incredibly kind comments made my heart soar with hope....hope that at least what I intend to write is on its way to accomplishing my goal:

    TO MOVE MY READER.

    I hope that as I improve, that one day a publisher will feel the same way!!!!!

    Write your story every day my dear, in actions and love. Your story will be retold constantly by those who know and love you.

    HAVE FUN ON THAT BOAT!!!!! Anita

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    1. Hello again Dear Anita,
      It's only a matter of time before someone picks up on your talent. The inspiration needs to be shared on a global scale. It helps make it a better world.

      Enjoy your weekend dearest!
      Di
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  12. Di,

    Hello my dear! You should be proud my friend! The opening ceremony was FABULOUS!!!!!! I loved every second, the history, the symbolisim, the fact that ordinary people who helped build and make the Olympics possible were included! Cannot say enough about it. I hope you enjoy all of the parties! Wish I was there.

    Have a great day, Elizabeth xoxox

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  13. How wonderful that you are there! Don't you love it?! Is it common for Olympic Games to start early? Looks like a beautiful day :)

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  14. We are glued too, Di. With one very athletic women's college soccer player at home who has played throughout her life, and two guys (husband and son) who are crazy sports fans, I have no choice but to join in. :) I love it too. ;)
    Enjoy. I was away for the weekend but will watch the recorded opening today.
    Yes, let's have tea. ;)
    Hugs,
    Marcia

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  15. Dianne, over in sunny California I was watching the rain come down on the women's cycling event. Congrats on the young Armitstead!

    Also, thanks for visiting my site! I love a little UK perspective!

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  16. Looks like a lovely day.

    Pity the Olympics spoiled it.

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