London Olympics 2012

Rockinonahigh · 07-28-2012, 03:10 AM

I never quits got it about the opening....But...there are countries in this year I never herd of competeing.

Martina · 07-28-2012, 03:55 AM

Someone on the internet snarked that under the Queen's dour expression, there should be a caption reading, "Let the Hunger Games begin!"

NJFemmie · 07-28-2012, 05:34 AM

*Anya* · 07-28-2012, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by NJFemmie

Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales...Still

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/27/op...pagewanted=all

http://debatewise.org/debates/346-un...land-yes-or-no

http://m.guardian.co.uk/uk/2012/feb/...k&type=article

Soon · 07-28-2012, 02:34 PM

Why The Women of North Korea Are The Most Interesting Olympians

UofMfan · 07-28-2012, 03:03 PM

Colombian cyclist gets the silver and makes history!

Story in Spanish here.

07-28-2012, 04:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by *Anya*

Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales...Still

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/27/op...pagewanted=all

http://debatewise.org/debates/346-un...land-yes-or-no

http://m.guardian.co.uk/uk/2012/feb/...k&type=article

Not quite.. The Queen is just a figurative 'leader', a constitutional monarch; she has no political power. The Queen doesn't 'own' the countries of our fair isles, she owns some of the acreage therein but so do many other folks too.

Soon · 07-28-2012, 05:51 PM

Romney in London: Never Mind The Olympics, Here’s the Embarrassment

lusciouskiwi · 07-28-2012, 10:22 PM

Shock horror. Actually I haven't watched any of it. YOutube, here I come. Meanwhile, this popped up on my fb:

http://www.gaystarnews.com/article/l...ise-fury280712

QueenofSmirks · 07-28-2012, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Martina

Someone on the internet snarked that under the Queen's dour expression, there should be a caption reading, "Let the Hunger Games begin!"

Someone posted her pic on facebook with the caption, "Look at all of the countries I used to own."

Edited: oops, I see someone posted it on this thread too!

Soon · 07-28-2012, 11:11 AM

The Croatia team (last ranked) are really playing a good game against the first ranked USA team. It's the fourth quarter, and I'm pretty sure USA will win, but the close score at times kept my interest up.

Croatia got there by knocking out the Canadians!

Andrea · 07-28-2012, 11:48 AM

I wish there hadn't been the long commercial breaks during the Parade of Nations. I missed seeing some of the countries.

Loved the colorful attire of many of the nations. Not so happy with the US dress. And what is with the US wearing hats anyway?

I love the pomp and I love the competitions but mostly I watch to learn about the competitors and the countries they come from. Give me info!

Gráinne · 07-29-2012, 01:00 AM

Regarding the opening ceremony, obviously, Americans aren't going to get all the humor and references, unless they watch the BBC or are very familiar with British culture. When the orchestra started "Chariots of Fire", I was all ready for one of my favorite songs, and my favorite part of an otherwise long movie, but thought the comedian ruined it

. I understand it was deliberate, and the conductor was in on it, but I didn't like him. Maybe an acquired taste?

The baby thing was a little strange as well. And the winged people on bicycles, so help me, reminded me of the monkey soldiers on Oz.

But the parade of nations, and everything forward from that except the bicyclists, was amazing. I loved the cauldron. And hey, it's the Olympics; it's allowed to be over the top and all kinds of effects.

JustJo · 07-29-2012, 09:56 AM

I actually really enjoyed the opening ceremonies (although the giant baby was a little creepy instead of cute to me). It was very British....which is only right. I love to see the host company use that as a chance to celebrate themselves a bit and share who they are and where they come from with the rest of the world.

Of course, I've always loved British humor, and was delighted with all the references to children's literature.

Martina · 07-29-2012, 10:11 AM

Not only was Louis Smith a joy to watch on the pommel horse, I loved the gratitude on his face when he did well. I was already struck by that, and then he cried. Loved it. I love it when there is gratitude in their reactions. Gymnastics is hard. So many ways to fuck up, so I am sure there is more of that than in other sports where if you have worked your ass off and are an amazing athlete, the odds are with you. Gymnastics, skating, golf, any number of sports, it's all about the day as well as your gifts and preparation.

Anyway, I loved his reaction.

Later, when I saw Sun Yang shout and posture after he won the 400 meter freestyle, I appreciated Smith's reaction even more. Nothing against Sun Yang. It's a common reaction to explode with adrenaline after a win. But it's just so warrier-like (as sports is). It was just lovely to see Louis Smith's GRATITUDE for a good performance.

Medusa · 07-29-2012, 10:16 AM

Louis Smith is a gorgeous man. He is an amazing athlete and I LOVED his reactions to his score!

Medusa · 07-29-2012, 10:30 AM

I just saw John Orozco's story and was bawling! His family is so loving and he is just a sweetheart.

I do have to say though, his mother's eyes remind me so much of Arwen!

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07-28-2012, 03:10 AM	#1
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07-28-2012, 03:55 AM	#2
Martina Senior Member How Do You Identify?: * Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: * Posts: 4,999 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,409 Thanked 18,284 Times in 4,167 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	Someone on the internet snarked that under the Queen's dour expression, there should be a caption reading, "Let the Hunger Games begin!"

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Martina Senior Member How Do You Identify?: * Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: * Posts: 4,999 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,409 Thanked 18,284 Times in 4,167 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	Not only was Louis Smith a joy to watch on the pommel horse, I loved the gratitude on his face when he did well. I was already struck by that, and then he cried. Loved it. I love it when there is gratitude in their reactions. Gymnastics is hard. So many ways to fuck up, so I am sure there is more of that than in other sports where if you have worked your ass off and are an amazing athlete, the odds are with you. Gymnastics, skating, golf, any number of sports, it's all about the day as well as your gifts and preparation. Anyway, I loved his reaction. Later, when I saw Sun Yang shout and posture after he won the 400 meter freestyle, I appreciated Smith's reaction even more. Nothing against Sun Yang. It's a common reaction to explode with adrenaline after a win. But it's just so warrier-like (as sports is). It was just lovely to see Louis Smith's GRATITUDE for a good performance.

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