Our World

2006 Winter Olympics

I was thinking of things I could write a post about and realized that there hadn't been one made about the Olympics that are happening in Italy right now. If there is an example of the world coming together as one, this is definately it. The Olympics that occur every two years (the Summer Games alternating with the Winter Games) are a test of the trials and hard work numerous athletes have put in for many years. It is mentioned in the article about how many of the countries of the world that are in conflict put aside their differences to compete in the most respected Games in the world. I know the Olympic Games have been occuring for many years so its not like its a new idea that "piggy-backed" on globalization, however, competing or watching the Olympics is a large part of culture today. And its a part of culture everywhere in the world, not just the U.S. As the glory of winning the gold seeps into the hearts and souls of athletes everywhere, more and more countries are becoming involved in the Games. I think the Olympic Games are a good representation of the world coming together in one community and all working towards a single goal. The article I read about the opening ceremony talks about people hanging themselves from ribbons in the shape of a dove. This is to represent peace. The reception of the Italian athletes was gracious and a showing of true unity around the world. Check out this article: http://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/ny-spoly0211-t1,0,2458200.story?coll=ny-sports-headlines to see more about the opening ceremony for the 2006 Winter Olympics.

posted by Anonymous @ 2/13/2006 06:51:00 PM