of all the locations that the ioc picked, they picked a city that is highly congested, rainy, cool temps, mostly overcast cloudy days for their summer games. so, no bikinis for women’s beach volleyball. summer in london is really spring/fall for the rest of us. plus, british food sucks.
I’m proud of my fellow Coloradoans. In 1976, we (I count myself, though I only became old enough to vote a month after the election) were told that the IOC had graciously decided to bestow the winter Olympics on us, and we rose up and voted to turn them down. Priceless.
I mentioned before that I had a small involvement with both the Los Angeles and Atlanta Games. Anyone who has visited either of those cities knows what a nightmare traffic is in those places on a normal day. London is no worse. In fact, because of the excellent public transportation system in London, comparative to LA or Atlanta, I’d say, from experience, it’s a heck of a lot easier to navigate.
It is now 12:15AM (EDT) and I have to say, although I hadn’t intended to watch, I just saw the most incredible Opening Ceremonies for the Olympics. It was brilliant ! The people in the U.K. should be very proud. You far surpassed Bejing or any other venue. Tremendous production !! Who knew the Queen would parachute in from a chopper with James Bond ?Bet Old Vic couldn’t do that !
BE THIS GUY about 12 years ago
The offical monarch of the games meets the offical fast food of the game.
Linguist about 12 years ago
Not to worry. Mitt’s over there to save the games and watch his dancing horse.
vwdualnomand about 12 years ago
of all the locations that the ioc picked, they picked a city that is highly congested, rainy, cool temps, mostly overcast cloudy days for their summer games. so, no bikinis for women’s beach volleyball. summer in london is really spring/fall for the rest of us. plus, british food sucks.
el8 about 12 years ago
spotted dick!
Kali39 about 12 years ago
But where are the clowns……Don’t worry, Grandpa is coming…
pcolli about 12 years ago
I should change your restaurant.
Kip W about 12 years ago
I’m proud of my fellow Coloradoans. In 1976, we (I count myself, though I only became old enough to vote a month after the election) were told that the IOC had graciously decided to bestow the winter Olympics on us, and we rose up and voted to turn them down. Priceless.
Cat43ullus about 12 years ago
Willard Mitt [Willtt} on the Joys of Looking Out Of the Backside Of No. 10 Downing Street
He’s just a little sunbeam of diplomacy to brighten up the Brits’ lives.in these dark days.
prrdh about 12 years ago
…Chinese-made schlock (e.g. Polyphemus in a Union Jack)…
Linguist about 12 years ago
I mentioned before that I had a small involvement with both the Los Angeles and Atlanta Games. Anyone who has visited either of those cities knows what a nightmare traffic is in those places on a normal day. London is no worse. In fact, because of the excellent public transportation system in London, comparative to LA or Atlanta, I’d say, from experience, it’s a heck of a lot easier to navigate.
prrdh about 12 years ago
I prefer steak and kidneys in my pies. And don’t forget ploughman’s lunch. Or bubble and squeak.
Casey Southards about 12 years ago
Dancing horses are a sport, yet they canceled croquet.
Sherlock Watson about 12 years ago
If you want good chips, Vic, try Jerry’s Subs.
Linguist about 12 years ago
It is now 12:15AM (EDT) and I have to say, although I hadn’t intended to watch, I just saw the most incredible Opening Ceremonies for the Olympics. It was brilliant ! The people in the U.K. should be very proud. You far surpassed Bejing or any other venue. Tremendous production !! Who knew the Queen would parachute in from a chopper with James Bond ?Bet Old Vic couldn’t do that !