Olympics

On Friday night, we decided to have our own viewing party for the Opening Ceremonies. We got sushi from our favourite place, opened a bottle of red wine, and sat back to enjoy what I thought was a really well-done performance.

I was so impressed by the introductory video (directed by the same guy who did Slum Dog Millionaire), and I also really loved the part where the industrial revolution came about, and they poured the metal for the Olympic rings.

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My favourite part was the lighting of the cauldron. All those individual petals, brought in by each country, that came together to form such a beautiful work of art. I LOVED it. 

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Of course watching Canada walk in the Parade of Nations was also a major highlight - so proud of this country!

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I've never been this excited about the Olympics. Ever.

xx E.

Ps. My second favourite part - David Beckham bringing the torch by boat down the Thames. Yummy ;)

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