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[Eris0303]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#25

Posted: 1/27/14 at 11:46am

Addy, I am very pleased to hear that your CEO has put such importance on your safety and piece of mind. I hope it works out that you don't have to go.

"All our dreams can come true -- if we have the courage to pursue them." -- Walt Disney We must have different Gods. My God said "do to others what you would have them do to you". Your God seems to have said "My Way or the Highway".

[NYadgal]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#26

Posted: 1/27/14 at 11:49am

Risk and reward.
The rewards of being able to attend are great. Even when it's for work.
The risk, in this case, is something to think about.

But, it's also feeling like the security is going to be the best anywhere.
Decisions to be made...

Ps
I am very grateful to have such a caring CEO.

"Two drifters off to see the world. There's such a lot of world to see. . ."

Updated On: 2/4/14 at 11:49 AM

[givesmevoice]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#27

Posted: 1/27/14 at 11:54am

Can't we just cancel this? I'm all for the Olympics and what they stand for but all these preparations totally go against all of that. The Olympic Spirit is not what it was and I'm very nervous about these games. I'm not one to jump on the media hype bandwagon but I just have a sinking feeling every time I see an article about the upcoming games.

I absolutely love the Olympics and, after actually getting fairly into the Games in Vancouver (I've always been more of a Summer Olympics fan), I was excited to watch some of the events in Sochi. But I've also been getting a sinking feeling every time I see or hear something about the Games in Sochi.

I feel so bad for the athletes who have trained so hard for so long, that their Games might not go smoothly (which is a best-case scenario), and I can't imagine how they feel even getting ready to go to Sochi under these conditions.

When I see the phrase "the ____ estate", I imagine a vast mansion in the country full of monocled men and high-collared women receiving letters about productions across the country and doing spit-takes at whatever they contain. -Kad

[Eris0303]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#28

Posted: 1/27/14 at 11:58am

I feel so bad for the athletes who have trained so hard for so long, that their Games might not go smoothly (which is a best-case scenario), and I can't imagine how they feel even getting ready to go to Sochi under these conditions.

I understand this so much. I'd hate to "punish" them because of their hard work, dedication, and sacrifice. But, I'd rather have them be disappointed than hurt or worse.

I am very grateful to have such a caring CEO

We should all pitch in and buy him a gift. Think he'd want one of those Ralph Lauren Olympic sweaters?

And honestly - who wants to go to Russia in February? Brr!

"All our dreams can come true -- if we have the courage to pursue them." -- Walt Disney We must have different Gods. My God said "do to others what you would have them do to you". Your God seems to have said "My Way or the Highway".

[givesmevoice]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#29

Posted: 1/27/14 at 12:16pm

I understand this so much. I'd hate to "punish" them because of their hard work, dedication, and sacrifice. But, I'd rather have them be disappointed than hurt or worse.

Oh, yes, definitely. It just makes me feel especially bad for athletes in a sport with a relatively small window of time to be on top (I'm really thinking of ladies figure skating, where a 16 year old now might be too old for the Games in Pyeongchang in 201. But missing out on the Olympics is better than the danger they might face in Sochi.

When I see the phrase "the ____ estate", I imagine a vast mansion in the country full of monocled men and high-collared women receiving letters about productions across the country and doing spit-takes at whatever they contain. -Kad

[Eris0303]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#30

Posted: 1/28/14 at 11:11am

This makes me want to watch the Olympics a little.
Mexican skier eyes best-dressed title

"All our dreams can come true -- if we have the courage to pursue them." -- Walt Disney We must have different Gods. My God said "do to others what you would have them do to you". Your God seems to have said "My Way or the Highway".

[Eris0303]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#31

Posted: 1/31/14 at 9:30am

Obama on Olympics: ‘Sochi is safe,’ but…

"All our dreams can come true -- if we have the courage to pursue them." -- Walt Disney We must have different Gods. My God said "do to others what you would have them do to you". Your God seems to have said "My Way or the Highway".

[NYadgal]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#32

Posted: 1/31/14 at 10:09am

While the assurances from the CEO that I could make my own decisions were comforting, and appreciated, I have decided to stick with the plan, and will be attending.

I've had a couple of conversations this week with people who are already there (doing a lot of the production set-up), and they report that security is tighter than they've ever seen in any Olympics or large event they've ever been a part of. (And these are folks who have been doing this for decades).

That doesn't mean it's not without it's risks. But, life isn't without risks.

So, off I shall go. I'll have a shot of vodka for you all.

"Two drifters off to see the world. There's such a lot of world to see. . ."

[DottieD'Luscia]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#33

Posted: 1/31/14 at 10:30am

Addy, when do you leave?

Hey Dottie! Did your colleagues enjoy the cake even though your cat decided to sit on it? ~GuyfromGermany

[NYadgal]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#34

Posted: 1/31/14 at 11:42am

I'm flying over on the 10th. After the Opening Ceremony (2/7) - which I need to be here for, to coordinate a few things.

"Two drifters off to see the world. There's such a lot of world to see. . ."

[Eris0303]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#35

Posted: 2/3/14 at 9:55am

Sochi city hall orders killing of stray dogs

"All our dreams can come true -- if we have the courage to pursue them." -- Walt Disney We must have different Gods. My God said "do to others what you would have them do to you". Your God seems to have said "My Way or the Highway".

[Eris0303]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#36

Posted: 2/4/14 at 11:36pm

Addy - don't wash your face
Journalists at Sochi are live-tweeting their hilarious and gross hotel experiences

"All our dreams can come true -- if we have the courage to pursue them." -- Walt Disney We must have different Gods. My God said "do to others what you would have them do to you". Your God seems to have said "My Way or the Highway".

[NYadgal]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#37

Posted: 2/4/14 at 11:44pm

LOL - yuck!

I've been assured by work friends and colleagues who have already arrived that my hotel is fine. And has heat and hot water.

The Savoy it ain't, but... we all knew the London Olympics were something pretty special.

Who knows, I may need to book a vacation when I get back from this journey!



Here's where I'm staying

"Two drifters off to see the world. There's such a lot of world to see. . ."

Updated On: 2/4/14 at 11:44 PM

[NYadgal]

Russian security forces battle militants before Olympics#38

Posted: 2/5/14 at 10:00pm

Have you all heard about this?

By the way, I promise NOT to lead the spying Russian authorities to BWW! Your secrets are all safe with me!


No Fun 'n Games in Sochi

"Two drifters off to see the world. There's such a lot of world to see. . ."

Updated On: 2/5/14 at 10:00 PM