Two days ago I went to the Opening Ceremonies... We waited for more than 3 hours in a gymnasium and then we waited outside for another 2 hours sweating in the heat. I have never been so hot in my entire life! Everyone was drenched in sweat. While waiting, I called my parents and coaches back home in Canada, they were thrilled here from me at that moment.
Right before we walked into the stadium we entered this hallway. At the end of the hallway, we could see a glimpse of the brightly lit stadium. The whole Canadian delegation started singing the national anthem. I had shivers, the experience was unreal!!! I can’t describe walking into the stadium for the first time! Everyone was cheering and up in the stands I saw thousands and thousands of people.
We made a lap around of the stadium waving at the audience and following the camera men around. After that we waited for the other countries to come in and enjoyed the environment.
When it was time to light the torch a man ran around the top of the stadium before lighting the final torch on the roof of the Birds Nest Stadium. It was just amazing!
By the time the ceremonies were done it was 1-2 am and we were exhausted but still so excited at the same time.
Here's my journey to the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games to compete in synchonized swimming. I'm now retired and coaching all around Canada to share the Olympic Dream with the community. Studying at M.Sc Marketing, HEC Montréal
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Two days ago I went to the Opening Ceremonies... We waited for more than 3 hours in a gymnasium and then we waited outside for another 2 hours sweating in the heat. I have never been so hot in my entire life! Everyone was drenched in sweat. While waiting, I called my parents and coaches back home in Canada, they were thrilled here from me at that moment.
Right before we walked into the stadium we entered this hallway. At the end of the hallway, we could see a glimpse of the brightly lit stadium. The whole Canadian delegation started singing the national anthem. I had shivers, the experience was unreal!!! I can’t describe walking into the stadium for the first time! Everyone was cheering and up in the stands I saw thousands and thousands of people.
We made a lap around of the stadium waving at the audience and following the camera men around. After that we waited for the other countries to come in and enjoyed the environment.
When it was time to light the torch a man ran around the top of the stadium before lighting the final torch on the roof of the Birds Nest Stadium. It was just amazing!
By the time the ceremonies were done it was 1-2 am and we were exhausted but still so excited at the same time.
I enjoyed reading your blog...thanks for taking the time to share your journey with others! Congrats on your olympic trip! ptk
I love how you describe your experience. Go you!
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