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Post by Joe on Jul 9, 2008 0:27:33 GMT -5
Next month, the world's finest athletes will compete in the games of the XXIX Olympiad in Beijing, China. This thread will be the focal point for discussion, favorite sports, athletes in the news, etc. I hope you'll join in...we had great fun here during the last Winter Olympics (as this board was is still named '06olympics') What's your five favorite events in the Summer Olympics? ...How 'bout the five sports you have NO interest in? Visit the Official Site of the Beijing Olympic Games... en.beijing2008.cn/
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Post by Northern_Lights on Jul 10, 2008 8:22:52 GMT -5
There are lots of events I like!
Favourites:
Dressage
Eventing
Stadium Jumping
Fencing
Sailing
Least Favourites:
Football
the 3 gymnastics
Basketball
Baseball
Boxing
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Post by mott on Jul 10, 2008 12:16:58 GMT -5
I really don't care for the Olympics anymore; I used to but all they have now are professionals, especially with the US.
But when I watch I do like the rhythmic gymnastics, when they use the ribbons, hoops, balls, etc. It's very cool to watch. I like the synchronized swimming too, for the same reason. The equestrian events are OK, except I really wouldn't consider it a sport.
The rest of the events I can take or leave, especially the basketball which is a joke.
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Post by faerie on Jul 10, 2008 15:52:32 GMT -5
I also like the equestrian events, as well as gymnastics, but mostly I like all swimming events, everything else dont really care for
Tia
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Post by Joe on Jul 11, 2008 12:45:57 GMT -5
Hi all, I like the track & field events, equestrian, table tennis, gymnastics, and sailing. I don't like basketball, boxing, archery, softball, tennis. Joe  |
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Post by jason22 on Jul 13, 2008 10:46:12 GMT -5
My favourite events are Tae Kwan Do(Since I briefly studied Karate, which is similar), Judo, And Gymnastics (since I briefly studied Gymnastics as well). What I do not like is, Greco-Roman wrestling (because it looks to me like there trying to make love, instead of war), Syncronised swimming (this is a sport?), and basketball.
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Post by nancywhiskey on Jul 14, 2008 15:03:56 GMT -5
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Post by Joe on Jul 14, 2008 18:36:42 GMT -5
Hello nancywhiskey!
Thanks for sharing that info! Claire is a wonderful runner and athlete!
A few weeks ago there was a track and field competition on TV (prob. to qualify for the Olympics) and there was a 16 year old girl who stunned everyone and came in 5th or 6th. She may have even qualified for the Games.
Best wishes Nancy,
Joe
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Post by tracey on Aug 7, 2008 5:30:38 GMT -5
Dawning of another morning filled with refreshing air
The air has changed; but emotion still scents like tea
My doors are always open, ready to embrace you with a hug
A hug to know you better, for you'll love this place
Wherever you're from you'll be our guest so just be at home
We have agreed to meet here, we'd like to welcome you.
The Everygreen at my place is quite legendary
Sown on the old Soil for memories to be cherished
Strangers, old pals are our guests, so just be at home
Whether newcomers or revisitors, we sure have lots to chat
Welcome to Beijing, we built these all for you
Flow with charm, refreshed and energized.
Welcome to Beijing, let's take a breath beneath the sun
Let's set our new records on this Soil
My doors are always open, we're open for the world
Time flies with youthful smiles, all waiting to greet this day
Under the sky, everyone be our guest, so just be at home
Nice scenary with smiling faces, all awaiting there for you
Welcome to Beijing, touching you like this melody
Let's excel and try our best
Welcome to Beijing, dreamers are forerunners
Miracles, for those daring to try.
Welcome to Beijing, we built these all for you
Flow with charm, refreshed and energized.
Welcome to Beijing, let's take a breath beneath the sun
Let's set our new records on this Soil
Welcome to Beijing, touching you like this melody
Let's excel and try our best
Welcome to Beijing, dreamers are forerunners
Miracles, for those daring to try.
Hi,all:
This my favorite Olympic song which is sung by our Chinese famous singers, in English it calls Welcome to Beijing.
To Beijing, what you see and feel is not only the ancient empire's majestic solemnity, heavy life, but also the modern city's trendy downtown, high-speed convenience. And the strong modern breath is blowing on your face when set foot in Beijing, with the 29th Olympic Games in 2008, Beijing will once again demonstrate her enchanting charisma in front of the whole world. As the song title says,welcome all to Beijing!
Tracey
Edit by Joe: I think you used a font that isn't supported by the forum's software. As a result, parts of your post didn't display correctly.
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Post by Joe on Aug 7, 2008 22:58:12 GMT -5
Hi Tracey, Thanks for that...very nice! I am looking forward to the Opening Ceremony...a showcase of China's people and culture. Thanks to Beijing...the world will be your guests Joe |
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Post by Joe on Aug 9, 2008 11:02:01 GMT -5
Did you all get a chance to watch the Opening Ceremonies? I thought it was spectacular! How about those 2008 drummers at the very start? The focal point for me was that parchment paper in the center of the stadium. What can best be described as "living paintbrushes" delicately created a simple landscape, clouds, and sun. The paper was part of a moving scroll, animated by a 500-foot screen contained in the stadium floor.
As the ceremony progressed, children added color to the paper. Later, each athlete also had an opportunity to add something, as he or she walked across a paint-laden mat and trod onto the paper, leaving their footprints.
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Post by Northern_Lights on Aug 10, 2008 7:25:14 GMT -5
Has Canada won any medals yet?
~NL (I haven't seen the Olympics as you can tell)
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Post by Joe on Aug 10, 2008 10:04:44 GMT -5
Has Canada won any medals yet? ~NL (I haven't seen the Olympics as you can tell) Not yet |
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Post by Northern_Lights on Aug 10, 2008 19:27:04 GMT -5
Ok... Another question: has the Dressage section happened yet (its the equestrian one where people wear black jackets, top hats, white breeches, and high boots)?
~NL
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Post by Joe on Aug 10, 2008 20:35:22 GMT -5
Ok... Another question: has the Dressage section happened yet (its the equestrian one where people wear black jackets, top hats, white breeches, and high boots)? ~NL Hi NL, Some of the dressage was on this morning. But this week should feature more dressage plus other equestrian events. Here is the Equestrian Schedule page from the Beijing 2008 Official Site... results.beijing2008.cn/WRM/ENG/Schedule/EQ.shtmlHopefully NBC will air some of it...if I get broadcast times, I'll post them here for you. Joe |
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