We have learned about the Paralympic flag and the motto which is "Spirit in Motion" |
The Red tower at the Olympic Park, unfortunately we were not able to get tickets to go up this day. We hope to go back after the games to take in the views |
Walking the gateway to the Olympic stadium. It was crowded. Here in London the Paralympic games have reach record numbers in attendance with most event sold out. |
The support and crowds have been amazing for the Paralympic games here in London |
From our seats we could see the final of the Long jump |
Kids were amazed to see a mini car bringing the discus back to the players in the discus throwing segment. |
We saw amazing wheel chair races |
Visually impaired runners. We were surprised to learn that each runner had a sighted guide runner beside them and the sighted guide runner also gets a winning medal. So it is more of a team sport |
We cheered the Athletes on and waved the US flag proudly |
We saw athletes winning their heats and final matches and it was a joy to see their excitement! |
We saw many Victory and medal ceremonies |
And joyfully celebrated their wins |
We witness countless Paralympic World records as well as athletes PR (Personal best records) and cheered them on. |
After the show we wondered the park and took in the the atmosphere |
We had our pictures taken with the Paralympic Torch |
It is kind of weird, I never heard of the Paralympics until this year. Then all of a sudden, I was hearing about it everywhere! In many ways, it is more interesting and inspiring than the regular Olympics.
ReplyDeleteThat is so awesome Anna-Marie! It looks like a great experience for sure! Maybe in the near future the Paralympic Games will get the recognition and TV coverage they deserve.
ReplyDeleteWow, I wish we had them televised here. They do sure clips of them. I think the paralympics games are so awesome. I loved the thought of a blind person being able to run a race. I have a blind granddaughter and so I understand the limits that the blind have.
ReplyDeleteAnother awesome adventure with your family. I loved all the pictures and thoughts. Again, you are all amazing!
Blessings!
What an amazing post Anna-Marie! I wish our family had been able to go to these games. I agree with you - I admire the Olympians, but have a greater level of respect for the Paralympians. I hope one day the world makes as big a deal out of the Paralympic Games as the Olympic ones. And I love your flag! Thanks so much for sharing this. I really enjoyed reading it! Smiles!
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