The Olympics in Review

The Olympics flew by very quickly this year, but they were an Olympics to remember!! The United States ended in second place in the medal count with 28, five short of the home Russian team, with an outstanding count of 33. There were many memorable events/races/routines in this years winter games. One case was Shaun White.... What HAPPENED?!? No medal!!?!? Well, before the medal round itself, he was definitely on track. He topped his heat!!!! But then in the final round, he chocked. A bad landing on the edge of the pipe killed him(not literally). The man is a legend, and has been so great in previous runs and competitions, it was disappointing to see him fall in 4th place. But no offense towards Shaun... He is a wonderful athlete, and I hope for many more Olympics, and that this one did not discourage him. Another story was figure skater Jeremy Abbot. He had a very discouraging games, falling two times in his numerous programs. Jeremy showed wonderful perseverance, even finishing the program where he fell hard, injuring himself. I hope he continues to push himself, competing in many more games, not becoming discouraged. Not all of these stories are discouraging though. Noelle Pikus-Pace of the US women's skeleton team acquired a silver medal in the Games. This was huge for the mother of two, who new that this was her last Olympics. I could go on and on, about every single athlete. In the end, the medals don't matter, though they might matter to the athletes. The games are a about many nations gathering in one spot, even if its only for two weeks. Bonds are created between these athletes that last for a lifetime. The spirit of the Olympics is one unbeatable. Everyone knows that they are happening, and so everyone is watching, hoping, and dreaming. People look up to these athletes. These stars. The Olympics are not just games... No, they are dreams. Dreams that kids have worked for since they could stand. Dreams that only One out of many people will reach. Dreams that are remembered, and will be looked upon forever.