Yesterday was a busy day. Myself and Imogen headed off early in the morning to see her through her second grading for Taekwondo. She did herself proud and is now a yellow belt and already looking forward to her next grading in a few months times. It's a long morning for a few minutes of showing her stuff, followed by a presentation. Here she is proudly showing her certificate and her new belt.
Later on in the day the Olympic Torch was due to make an appearance in our home town. I was simply bowled away by the turnout, but I imagine a lot of people were thinking along the same lines as me, in that we will probably never get to see this in our own country again. It was truly magical, the atmosphere was amazing and everyone was really entering into the spirit of it. If the torch hasn't reached you yet, please do go and watch.
There were numerous Police bikes and cars involved in the procession. Lots of the bikes had streamers and flags attached and they rode really close to the crowds tooting their horns and turning their sirens on. One police car even had it's own Oylmpic Torch hanging out of the front window which you can just make out in the photo below.
I was a litte disappointed that George, my nine year old, pronounced the whole thing as boring, but everyone else had fun. Especially the girls, the two older ones I sat on some railings for a good view and Pippa was with Daddy waving her flag proudly.
Today is a catch up day, I have mountains of washing but the sun is shining so that's a good start. And this afternoon I am hoping to hop on the bike for a short ride while my other half is at home to look after the little ones. And finally I am really excited to be back tomorrow for the One a Day project - I can't wait!
Lovely to read peoples posts about the torch as it progresses around the country, it's really helping to build the excitement. Perhaps Geaorge will remember it fondly in the future, it's strange how our perceptions of things change as we get older.
ReplyDeleteI had just logged on to make a start on my One A Day post, it's great that you are starting them up again, thank you.
Sounds like a great day had by all!! :D
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Imogen, what a lovely photo.
ReplyDeleteSounds like everyone had a great day when the torch came to town.
Carol xx
Congratulations to Imogen.
ReplyDeleteThe Olympic torch is coming my way next week and is passing right by my work so I will see it from my works carpark,
Im looking forward to your one a day project.
Hooray! You're back online.
ReplyDeleteHo'omaka'i to your daughter. What a proud beam she has on her face. Love how she takes martial arts. Such a life skill for a girl.
The Olympic spirit must be fantastic!
ReplyDeleteNice to have you back. We missed One-a-Day :-)