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Counting down to the Olympics

26 more days to go.  At least according to the advertisement on TV.  And by that, I mean the countdown to the Olympics!  I know Mimi is especially looking forward because she is coming down and we have got tickets to two games (yayy).  I am not a huge Olympic fan but when it's a once in a lifetime opportunity like this, you shouldn't miss it.  Like what my friend Christina said, London's gonna be overcrowded anyway, we should at least be compensated by going to the games just so we know what is going on.

Have to make a special mention that 5 years ago (I think it was 5?), I was sitting at a restaurant with Min and Mimi.  We met up for dinner after work at PS, and the hot topic that night was the release of the results of where Olympics 2012 was be held.  It was broadcast live and everyone on TV were all tensed and waiting in anticipation.  And then the winner was announced - London!!  All the Brits were cheering like crazy.  We went "oooh London.." and then continued our dinner (something like that).  Fast forward... and I can't believe we are gonna be going to the games here in London!!!

After a long wait, finally the tickets arrived last Saturday.  Whew - was getting worried.

Came with free travel cards too.  Meaning transport to venue is free.  Not bad!

Last night I suggested to check out my favourite Tower Bridge.  Considering it's summer, K did a late drive out after dinner about 10pm where it just turned dark.  Love the fact that we could drive out and get to Tower Bridge in 15-20min and then walk along the river.  The huge Olympic logo is up.. ah beautiful.  They have dressed up the bridge with red, blue and white lights.


After a while I noticed the logo slowly "disappearing".  It kinda retracted upwards and you couldn't see it anymore.

Getting ready for a big boat

We walked up onto the bridge and saw the hidden logo, and I overheard one of the guards saying it comes out every half an hour or something.  Hmm I wonder why they do that.. isn't it better to leave it on visible display all the time until the end of the games?


Anyway, let's start the countdown!

p.s.  Happy Birthday Min!  Glad to hear you had a pleasant surprise whilst in confinement. :)  Hope Derek spoilt you on this special day :)

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