We're watching too. I still do not think that they should ever have been held in China-- it's human rights improvements are such a farce. I heard a news story today about how people can "apply" to demonstrate- suprise, surprise, the submission of an application has gotten the would-be demonstrators roughed up and arrested. Oh, and surprise surprise, no right to demonstrate has been permitted. Not one. China's government sucks and should not have been rewarded. Here endeth the rant.
That said, the Olympics are still the Olympics and we are watching quite alot. It is very cool to see China and realize how amazing and diverse the country is (maybe my above statement is wrong-- maybe it will be good for human rights to see the nation? Not totally sure on this yet). Anyway, a guy from my hub's hometown (friend of his bro's) is a swimmer...and a girl I knew from way back when is a rower, so its really cool to actually know people. Sadly, I think the story for Canada will be "what went wrong" and "why can't Canada compete internationally"-- so far no medals for a Canuck, though "they" say our strong sports have yet to happen yet. When Canada is not up for something. I have been rooting for the underdog. Love a good upset and to see low ranked/discounted athletes pull off their dreams...