A Thought on the Olympic Games

So, I watched the London 2012 Olympic Ceremonies last night. It was a really good show I think, however, it did not over come Beijing's Ceremony. Not one bit. Although, I do think that the story of London as the opening ceremonies theme was interesting and very eye opening. A lot of things that I did not know about up until today. But that's beside the point.

The opening ceremonies always give me the goose bumps, no matter how many times I watch them; no matter where they are from, they always do. The opening speeches also give me goose bumps, just hearing them makes me get excited for the games. What really gives me goose bumps is when the U.S. and Great Britain was announced in the "Parade of Nations". I often wondered what it would be like to be there. It's sort of a dream that I've had for a long time. However, the events that I would try to compete in would be events that are dominated by the greatest athletes America has. Pro athletes, college stars, athletes that's been playing that sport for years. 

I know there's a saying that "Giving up on what you want, should never be an option." Although, that dream would have to be left alone. You know the Pro Athletes in Baseball, Basketball, and other sports that have pro leagues, will get first bids. Track and Field are ones you have to qualify for. So is swimming and Diving and other sports. And we all know that if America Football was an Olympic sport, the best of the best American players would be picked. 

So, My dream of seeing the Olympics - whether as a spectator or an athlete, have been laid to rest. It'll remain a dream of mine. However, living it is a totally different story. For the fact that it's all based around professional athletes, instead of the non professional athletes. Ones that would do anything to make the team.

There's also been news that was just spoken about that Tulsa being a host city for the Summer Olympic games. Tahlequah, Stillwater and Oklahoma City will be surrounding cities that will host Olympic Competitions. This, in my opinion would be a huge step for Oklahoma. Although, my statement before, I would do anything to compete in the games. Although, it won't happen for the fact the games would go to the Professionals.. However, being able to run with the Olympic torch through the city I've been around all my life would be amazing.

In conclusion, I would do anything to be apart of the Olympic games. But the sports go to the Professionals instead of the people who dream of it and never get the chance to shine for their own country..