The Greatest Show on Earth.....

We thought this would be the best & easiest way to keep all our family & friends up to date on our day to day happenings in Whistler. We'll try to make a post each day, however we're not going to fool ourselves. We're not young fella's any more and the days are going to be long. But we'll try our best to include as many of the highlights of our adventure of a lifetime as often as possible.

Bill Pratt & Mike Greer

Saturday, February 13, 2010

Heightened Excitement

After 2 weeks of working full out, 11 hour days (+ 3 hours of bus trips), one tends to become oblivious of the surroundings & forgetting that I'm actually here. I find myself wondering where those 2 weeks went.

I took half a day off today to mentally & physically regroup & realized that I was actually here. Here at the Olympics, in Canada, in my own backyard! Not just at the Olympics, but to be a part of helping make it a success. What an honour & privilege.

It really sunk in today now that the Games have begun. Observing the wave of national pride here in Whistler is nothing short of emotionally moving. The excitement of everyone around us is indescribable. It's hard to believe it's real. Go team Canada!

Olympic FSM Mike

Posted by either/or Bill Pratt and Mike Greer at 5:37 PM

4 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 13, 2010 at 5:53 PM

    Sending a big Valentine to the Olympic chefs and all of their crew(s) for the fabulous job they are doing behind the scenes for the Olympics - and especially to Chef Will for his Valentine's Day birthday!

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  2. UnknownFebruary 13, 2010 at 7:30 PM

    It really is something to behold. We are glued to the tv and hoping that it stops raining and starts snowing ---I'm not sure if you've heard a review of the opening ceremonies...it had the usual moments but my favourite was the poet "We are more". You'll be able to relate to it whenever you get the moment to see it from a link online.
    Keep up the great work at the kitchen Olympics and we're glad to be reading the posts.
    Cheers.

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  3. GrahamFebruary 14, 2010 at 9:51 AM

    Bill and Rocky Mike, congratulations on picking up such a prestigious and rewarding gig. True IRON Chefs leading our Canadian athletes into battle with the finest of quality culinary delights! You've managed to compile proud Canadian chefs willing to give up their time for the next couple of weeks to assist in this monumental task. I envy the moments you all share in contributing to the success of the events and being present to share in the roller coaster of emotion that is your village. Say hello to my brother Chef Derek for me. He knows how badly I'd love to be there with all of you chopping, cutting, stirring and plating!
    Go Canada Go!

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2010 at 3:58 PM

    12,000 plus meals, wow, and such remarkable equipment. What an experience of affirmation for you all. Congratulations and a big valentine.Now I have to g0 and watch the Games on TV.

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