A moment in history

Canada has hosted the Olympics twice before and has never won a gold medal at either event. Needless to say, the first Canadian to take the top of the podium in Vancouver would immediately take on heroic status. Tonight's the night.


It started off like a fairly normal day. Sports Illustrated hadn't predicted a Canadian medal for the men's moguls. Mom and Dad hopped on the bus with tremendous excitement at their first Olympic event, but with really no expectations of anything other than watching a pretty cool sporting experience.
Two tickets to paradise.
Can't figure out who these folks are cheering for and maybe they thought they were at the summer games, but they seem like they're having a good time.
The excitement builds.
The worries about the weather were unfounded. The place looked great.
Dad sells out.
Mom rocking the Maple Leaf.
During his qualification run, some Canadian named Alexandre Bilodeau caught some sweet air and did a pretty nice back flip iron cross.
Dad's got a fever and the only prescription is more cowbell.
Nice toque mom, but where are the famous red mittens?
Nice.
Of course, as it turned out Bilodeau finished second heading into the finals. He then put on the performance of a lifetime, made the whole mountain shake and an entire nation proud.
Gold at last.
Bravo Alexandre!!!

One day to go.

After years of waiting, the 2010 Olympics start tomorrow. Madeleine is ready. Go Canada!

Olympic Torch Run

I'm not sure if you have heard or not, but there is this little event coming to town. It is called the Olympics. In fact, it starts in a mere two days. If you pardon my French, I think that Canada is going to clean house. Part of the run up to the opening ceremonies on Friday is the running of the Olympic flame and tonight it made its way to Steveston. The whole family got geared up for the event with their fancy red gloves. Editor's note: why didn't HBC make them in dog size? Mr. B

Madeleine waiting for the torch with her grandparents.
My family with matching toques.
Baby M can't wait for the big moment...

There it is!

And there it goes!

There and back again

It was a short visit, but a really lovely one.
Nice to actually have a little snow!
Out of the way, Madeleine is driving this boat!
Madeleine made a new friend.
As a special thank you to Nana and Pa(w) for all that they did these past few days, here are a few previously unreleased shots:

Baby M says, check back soon for many Olympic-themed updates!

Centre of the Universe

Hmm, what is this? Snow on the ground! Why it couldn't possibly be Vancouver, imminent site of the Winter Olympics? Nope, the family is in Toronto for a quick weekend visit!
Madeleine wanted to take in some of the local cultural institutions. Despite my dire warnings that there is a curse of King Tut whereby all those who dare look at his treasures become themselves mummies...
Madeleine has no fear. "Admit one" said she.
I told you so.


Fortunately the curse was only temporary, and it was not long before Madeline was taking in some more exhibits.
I must confess, I don't get abstract art, but Baby M is a big fan.
She especially likes those works that she can be a part of.
Madeleine also loves to spend time with her Grandma and Opa.

As well as her many Aunts and Uncles.