The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not to win but to take part, just as the most important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle. The essential thing is not to have conquered but to have fought well." The Olympic Creed
With glowing hearts Canadians are ready to be the world's stage for the next 16 days, and I couldn't be more proud.
Even amidst the reports of 30+ athletes failing their doping tests (no Canucks in the group), mother nature not exactly smiling her favour on the snow-dependent venues, or even the crazed security measures at Pearson (and likely Vancouver) airport; there is nothing that can dampen this Canadian's Olympic spirit.
I am grateful to be able to share these next couple of weeks with my kids; sitting next to them as they are exposed to new sports like Skeleton and Nordic Combined (what are the going to shoot asked E), as well as the favourites like Figure Skating and of course Hockey. Whether we win the first or last gold medal is not important, it is that we, as a nation, have come together to support and champion these games and our athletes. That from far and wide, we stand with pride and cheer all those who have made it to the games. Because really, that is the achievement; the medals won are the icing on the cake.
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