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Archive of posts filed under the Olympics category.

Where Were You Thirty Years Ago Today?

Today is another “where were you when…?” day.  While most “where were you when…?” days seem to be marked by tragedies (JFK’s assassination, the Challenger and Columbia disasters, 9/11/01), this day brings positive memories for many Americans.  It is, of course, the 30th anniversary of the “Miracle on Ice,” when the US Men’s Hockey Team [...]

I LOVE the Olympics!

For as long as I can remember, I have loved the Olympics (more the Summer than the Winter, but I watch both).  Not only do I love watching them, but I also love its ideals, and the idea that winning isn’t the most important thing – participation is.  The struggle is more important than the [...]