Let the Games Begin!

We had a short day of work today, so that everyone could get to a TV to watch opening ceremonies! Therefore, I spent the morning exploring Whistler with Devon and Kristen, some friends from Asbury. It really is a neat little town, and it's so surreal to be here. I mean, it's the OLYMPICS!


We visited the Olympics store, and a couple other places in hunt of good deals (which is rare for a town like this, under the circumstances), but managed to find a few things that we were looking for.

For lunch, we decided to eat in, which makes sense because I've got a whole kitchen in my room! I keep intending to take pictures of the room, but I am so busy blogging about taking pictures that I never actually get around to it. Tomorrow it will be done.

The weather here has been extremely odd. In the past, Whistler has been notorious for snow fall, but now it seems that all we get is rain. Every day, cold and dreary rain. Hopefully on the mountain where it matters they are getting snow. And I shouldn't complain since my position as a camera assistant is stage right - covered from the elements with a little added heat for the artists! Yeah, I have no room to complain.

Work today was very short, just making sure everything works the way we need it to and everything is set up for the big day - tomorrow! The headliner for the night is All American Rejects. I'm excited for live music, but not necessarily thrilled at the bands that will be playing. But I love live music! I've already discovered a new Canadian band that I think I might like: Tragically Hip. They're really popular here, but not anywhere else.

When I returned to the hotel, I joined over half of the group from Asbury in one of the hotel rooms to watch the opening ceremonies! I was surprised to see the blunders that I did, and can only imagine what the director and crew members were going through in the control room. Ouch. But it was really great to reconnect with everyone and hear about how their work is going!

Today at the sliding venue, some of my classmates actually witnessed the accident. Please keep them in your prayers. I can only imagine how that could affect the rest of the games. Wow.

Anyway, hope you all are doing well. Like I said in my facebook status, feel free to text me anytime (incoming texts are free!) - just don't expect a response back because it will cost me 10 cents... If you'd like my number, just email me.

Love to all!