You know what's a dumb last-minute idea? Trying to go to the Winter Olympics. But that was my dumb idea. So we did it. The plan: fly to Vancouver, see an Event, and fly back the same day.
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I didn't know who would be playing when I bought the tickets because it was a Qualifying Playoff game. Surprise, it's...
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Switzerland vs. Belarus |
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The arena was nearly packed, though not with Swiss or Belarusians —
the crowd was mostly comprised of Canadians.
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This Canuck made a sign that expressed the sentiments of his compatriots:
" We Couldn't Afford Canada Tickets." |
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Though it wasn't USA vs. Canada, the Switzerland vs. Belarus game was actually really exciting; the teams were very evenly matched at 8th and 9th place after the first round of play.
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"Um... I think you're in my seat."
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The phrase "MAKE SOME NOISE!" loses its impact when it's in French.
Also when it's coming out of the mouth of Quatchi, the most adorable Olympic mascot.
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Uh-oh — I did not factor Overtime into the schedule.
That's OK... there's still a chance to make the flight back to LA. |
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...except that the game was still tied over Overtime. Our beloved Belarus lost to Switzerland in a shootout. |
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