Torch Relay Videos: Days 64 to 77

by Lisa Ovens

I enjoy these VANOC Webteam Torch Relay Videos because they are a wonderful way to see our big country: everyone is smiling, happy, and sporty. There is alway dancing, and waving and expressions of joy on the faces of young and old. I enjoy the sound bytes from the torch bearers, and what they have to say about what they are going to do, or what they've just done.

And here we are in Vancouver, waiting for that flame to arrive...



Day 64 to Day 70 video:  The torch goes through what I call the mothership of my big family, my mom's hometown, Thunder Bay, Ontario and then heads into Manitoba.





Day 71 to Day 77 More Manitoba and then Saskatchewan and into Alberta...




Happy Thursday...

2010 in Vancouver: Waiting for that Flaming Torch!

by Lisa Ovens

Hi everyone...I have a bit of a head cold right now...but I'm still here in Vancouver...yep....just waiting for the flame to arrive! After watching the VANOC Webteam video below I began to imagine the excitement that will be resonating around Vancouver when the torch bearers and their entourage jog into the Greater Vancouver Reginal District. I'm lying. I only got as far as imagining my own excitement: I got so excited with the thought of that day I swear my stuffed up sinuses drained on impact!! The 2010 Winter Olympics can help cure the common cold...who knew?

So, if you are feeling under the weather or have the Monday Morning Blues, just sit back, relax and click play.....



Happy Monday...

One Way to Celebrate the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay

by Lisa Ovens

Let's say you entered in a contest to win an opportunity to be a 2010 Olympic Torch bearer, but you were not chosen. What's the next best thing? How about a Birks 2010 Olympic Torch Replica?

It's a scale model of the torch with a brushed aluminum base, stored  in a gorgeous, genuine Canadian Alder wood box. The replica torch is a limited edition piece (50,000) and the set includes a certificate of authenticity.
Cost:  CDN $295

Birks is the official supplier of jewelry for the 2010 Winter Olympic games. The name Birks goes back to the late 1800's in Canada. Generations of Canadians have received precious keepsakes in Birks blue boxes for birthdays, Christmases, graduations, weddings and those gifts "just because..."

Birks 2010 Olympic Collection website

Okay, let's say you you didn't make the torch bearer team, and the replica doesn't fit your budget. How about a nice 2010 Winter Olympic Torch scarf? These scarves are an acrylic/ polyester blend in beautiful rich, fall colors.

Cost: CDN $20.00

The Olympic Torch replica and scarves are both available at the 2010 Olympic Superstore in The Hudson's Bay, downtown Vancouver.

Happy Torch Bearing!!!!