From Politics to Olympics

My devotion to politics has weaken somewhat since John Edward announced his fling so I substituted the Olympics for Politics for my evening TV engagement this past week. I have been rewarded much by the wonderful events starting from the opening ceremony. The Chinese really did show the world the meaning of beauty, technology, precision, and perfection. I love the bird nest idea. I don’t think I will ever forget the tall man and the small child carrying the flag for China nor will I forget the lost boy that became an American and carried our flag. Each has a story to tell.

The three American girls who won all three medals in the fencing competition surprise every one because we didn’t hear much about United States having anyone in this competition. The water cube has the biggest story to tell by surpassing previous wins and doing it more often than ever before. What an example this young man, Michael Phelps is to all youth of the world especially to the United States. Then to think that a 41 year old lady would tell the world “Don’t put an age limit on your dreams” you can still do a lot even if you are past that youth mark. The American Male Gymnasts showed the world that team is important. After loosing two of their best to injuries the team still took bronze. I think the most beautiful event took place on the gymnastic floor. I thought the Chinese ladies were good but they looked like children playing. When the eight Americans women took over they were so mature and so graceful in the individual competition. I do believe I will remember the winning floor routine forever it was so beautiful. This young lady, Naster Liukin coached by her Dad, wasn’t a spectacular beauty queen as she sat and concentrated on what she would be doing next. But when she preformed she became as beautiful a queen as I have ever seen, so graceful and poised as well as self confidant.

In the very final individual gymnastic event for the women another team member the bright eyed little girl from West Des Moines Iowa, named Shawn Johnson, received a gold medal on the beam with a score of 16.225. It made her coach, an immigrant from China, so proud. He recalled how he opened up a training shop over a decade ago and Shawn just a wee one at the time was one of the first to come through his doors into his training shop and now he can show off the fruits of his labor to both the United States and China. Shawn has a smile that reaches across her face. She certainly is a winner.

Johnathan Horton, knew he had to add to his routine if he was to have a chance at a medal and so he practice and preformed on the High Bar a routine that awarded him with a Silver Medal. Dawn Harper won the 100Meter Hurdle because her teammate hit the last hurdle.
Henry Cejudo a Mexican immigrant one of seven children raise by his mother brought home the Gold for his mom is one of the many touching stories.

Yes, the TV time was enjoyed and the politicians are still naming the same names as possible running mates as they continue to batter John Edwards name around. Maybe the Convention will be inspiring come next week. I hope so!!!