First of all, this wasn't part of the Opening Ceremonies, but it was the opener for the Opening, so I will comment on the 2010 version of "We are the World." What the HELL??? There were some positives. I can't remember them for the monstrosity that was the "Hip Hop" verse. Lil John? (or was it Lil Wayne? Damn those teeth, I can never tell). Kanye West? Really. Not a good idea... just NOT. There are no words.
Now to the Opening Ceremonies... (Please note, I am writing this as I watch so you're basically on 'real time'. And I don't claim to be accurate about many of my "facts" so don't bother in correcting me, I don't really care.)
So far it's just a classy show- not over the top and overdone as some may think the China show was for the summer games- just an intimate celebration of their honor as hosts and their country. I love the video of the landscape and snowboarder; makes me want to visit Vancouver via Whistler!
The presentation of the Canadian Flag was fun; I love the mounted guard.
"Oh Canada" was beautiful! That 14 year-old has an amazing voice!
This little song and dance honoring the aboriginal tribes of Canada is ok. Nothing spectacular, understated and special for the natives, I'm sure.
I'm a little torn about the parade of athletes being at the beginning. I think it's a great idea, but I'm a little bored. I usually tune out about this time of the show. Maybe I'll go grab some ice cream. Cold weather makes me crave ice cream...
...I love all these great hats! And turtleneck sweaters.
Oh crap, we're still in the A's of the parade. If I babble senselessly through the alphabet you won't want to ever read another thing I write.
Woah baby! Azerbaijan's pants are fantastico! I just googled to see if I could find a picture to post; and unfortunately, there isn't one posted yet, but Twitter is all a-tweet as people post like crazy. Some of my favorites were "My eyes, my eyes!" "Must-Have winter wear!" and "Supa-Fresh!". Oh good times!
Unfortunately for Bermuda, they followed closely behind Azerbaijan so their Bermuda Shorts were an understatement. Maybe if they were paisley they would have grabbed a bit more attention.
Oh man, it's been about 20 minutes since Azerbaijan's pants debuted and I still can't stop laughing about them. They definitely put themselves on the map tonight! Russia should ask to borrow their pants. That would make one hell of an outfit!
I've written about 25 quippy little comments, but chose to delete them because unless you're watching the Olympics, you would have no idea what I'm talking about and I'm pretty sure it would just be annoying. I made myself laugh a lot, though. So that's all that matters.
Lindsay Jacobellis (the American Snowboarder) looks like Bimbo Barbie. Shaun White has better hair than she does. I know I'm being petty, but I'm getting BORED.
FINALLY, the Canadians are here. Now sit down so we can watch the show!
Oh Nelly Furtado and Brian Adams... what a fun surprise. Hmmm... I'm a little cheesed out by the "Village People" aboriginals dancing around and the uber-inspirational song. Sorry Brian, you'll always be my favorite 80's rocker though.
LOVE the Northern Lights and Ice/Glacier effects. Awesome.
The whale/ocean show is spectacular. It's freaking me out!
Sarah McLachlan rocks! Her voice is angelic- perfect for this part of the show. I'm a sucker for good ballet. This is pretty decent.
I'm not going to lie, I'm old. It's taking all I've got to hold my eyes open and see the end of this show. That's pitiful.
Those Canadians, they're just crazy. Punk-Rock-Devil-Fiddlers and mo-hawk sporting kilt-wearers? They sure know how to throw a party. Charlie Daniels would be proud. Maybe the devil didn't go down to Georgia. Maybe he went up to Canada?!?
The prairie scene is unreal. I have never seen anyone fly like this before- or run in place like this for that matter. That Tomas could teach Tinkerbell a thing or two!
Holy Mother- this show just doesn't end!
Oh I love this mountain/skiing/snowboarding scene. So cool!
The slam poet is brilliant! Love him! Perfect.
Well, my overall review of the Opener is that even though it went a bit too long, there were some incredible elements and I'm just darn proud of those Canadians! What a wholesome show to be proud of.
I'm excited for the Winter Olympics!
Now off to bed I go! Finally.
It seems I ended early. I forgot to comment on KD Lang's version of "Halelujah". It's better for her that I don't say anything. blech.
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