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Originally Posted by PR_Tom
I dont live there, but I'm sad they're over so soon. I look forward to the Olympics whenever and whereever they are. Watching Curling and Hurdles are not everyday interests of mine, but watching our athletes compete and win on a world stage in whatever competition is a thrill.
Maybe you had to grow up when the world was much larger than it is today in order to appreciate why people make such a big deal over the games.
I thought Vancouver did a great job. I hope they get a big economic boost from the Olympic bump.
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I could not agree more. I've been to an Olympics in the past, I know full well how it changes a city/community and not always for everyone's best interest, BUT... in my opinion it's worth it. Extra security? tough, it's needed. The last thing Canada would want is to have the games ruined on our soil or have another "Munich" happen here. It's always better to have too much rather than too little secuity.
I watched upwards of 90% of the events this time, if not live then on VOD through my cable provider. Loved every minute of it.
The games -- huge undertaking, yes
huge expenditure, absolutely
massive crowds + huge international influx of people to your city, indeed
... but eveyone I've talked to who went has agreed it was so worth it.
I'm not going through Olympic withdrawal.