Did you watch the opening ceremony?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLLt2mSqpd0&feature=player_embedded
If so you were one of three billion, watching around the world. I had no intention that this be my Six word Saturday this week, but I was drawn into these magical creations of the human mind. Looking down on beautiful Rio from that tiny plane, I couldn’t help but smile. If only we could keep that joy, and work together for a better world.
Wishing you all a peaceful and happy week. Click on the YouTube link that comes up to watch the highlights.
restlessjo 
A bit. But I wasn’t very impressed. Too tired perhaps to take it in. I’m sure I’ll end up watching some of it, but to be honest the Olympics doesn’t do a lot for me.
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Guess which bit I plan to watch? 🙂 🙂
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It all seems very disjointed though. Or maybe not if you have Sky.
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I haven’t got a clue what’s on when. I just like the pretty pictures of Rio 🙂 🙂 My 6 words were going to be much more to your taste but I got sidetracked. On hold for next week 🙂 🙂
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Just watched the replay of the opening ceremony and loved it. Just like you I wish the spirit of the Olympics lasted the whole year!
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It would be amazing if it could, Sami 🙂
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We watched it -as we always do. I enjoyed it very much. Rio de Janeiro did a wonderful job.
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I thought so too 🙂
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I think it offers such a nice distraction to all the sorrow in the world and brings people together from all over. Wonderful.
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This games has been fraught so far, and there are demonstrations on the streets from those who’d like a better life and a little more consideration in Brazil. But the display they put on was magnificent. 🙂
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Reading your description, I wish I had seen it. The YouTube link does not “work in my country”, it says, so we’ll try to watch the highlights later. You certainly inspired me to take a peek!
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You should be able to Google the full ceremony by now, Liesbet? I admit to not watching the whole thing but the opening scenes were brilliant. 🙂
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Haven’t seen it… Wish I had. Wishing You a great weekend as well!
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Thank you very much 🙂 🙂
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I managed to catch most of the procession although I tuned in just after the Canadian team entered the stadium! Such controversy surrounding theses games. I hope that they go well & that the athletes participating have a wonderful experience 💛
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It must have been hard being an athlete with all that’s gone on, Lynn. I have no athletic ability whatsoever (walking aside 🙂 ) so I’m full of admiration.
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Yes, I agree Jo. It must have been a difficult decision for those that decided to not attend. So much hard work & dedication.
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Yes we watched the whole thing live – helps that we’re in a close time zone and have a public broadcaster. There were some inspirational parts for sure.
I’ll second a wish for peace anytime Jo😊
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I saw a little bit last night and some more this morning. Cheating, really 🙂 If only, Carol!
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Nope, I didn’t….in my bed by 10pm!
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I was at a ‘Ladies’ night , Sue, and watched a bit before my eyes fell asleep. 🙂
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😀😀
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Yes, we did watch it, Jo. It was amazing. I too, pray for the same. Happy Saturday! xo
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Thanks, Jill 🙂 It never ceases to amaze me the effort that goes into them.
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Yes! We watched it, but I didn’t make it to the very end – I waited to see the Great Britain team come in then went to bed. I thought there was a great carnival atmosphere throughout.
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I didn’t either, Elaine. I’d been at a Ladies night so the eyes were heavy 🙂 🙂
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I didn’t watch it as I was asleep! Despite all the media surrounding the Olympics this time round, I thought this was great opening. There is something about sport that brings athletes and us together…the athletes pushing themselves to their full potential and us cheering them on. Very heartening all round 🙂
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Yes, even the most cynical of us end up cheering the team on 🙂 There were some really clever and beautifully choreographed scenes.
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I fell asleep!
But must watch on catch up
Have a great weekend!
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I didn’t have staying power either, Debs, but I enjoyed what I did see. 🙂 You too!
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PS Can’t watch it: not available in my country!
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The video clip is just for you. 🙂 (and Scrapydo, who can’t get it in SA either 🙂 ). Hugs, sweetheart!
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Beautiful words Jo . . . let’s hope we can
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Wouldn’t it be too good to be true? 🙂 🙂
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I only tuned in to see the Refugee Team walk out into the stadium. (I didn’t even see Australia’s entrance.) Best bit ever.
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Fantastic! 🙂 🙂
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Thanks Jo, no I didn’t I was asleep by 9.30 😦
Have a lovely weekend darling x 🙂 x
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Heavens! Wore out, Gilly 😦 I was at a Girl’s night and watched part of it with bleary eyes when I got home.
A rare treat this weekend- no Sunday dinner to cook! We’re at a 65th birthday party tea 🙂 🙂 You too!
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Amen to your wish, and I may even watch it!! Have a lovely weekend, and a hug or two. Mine began with a predawn downpour and the builders started work at – wait for it – 4.30 am. A lazy weekend here: maybe an early walk tomorrow. An added complication – front door scanner thingy not working, so we can only go out one at a time!
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Sunny and busy here 🙂 4.30!!!! Whatever kind of workers are they- the night shift? Let’s hope they’re good at fixing and quick!
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I hope it was emergency work because of the rain!!!
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Thanks for the You tube video. I can only watch a bit on the news because the free channels don’t show much.
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You might be able to get the whole thing on YouTube in a day or two, but the video clip gives you a glimpse. Happy weekend, Ineke. 🙂
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No, Jo, but I’m sure I’ll end up seeing it in the next day or tw.
CHeers,
Frank
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Sorry, Frank- there may be no escape, but the TV has an off switch. 🙂
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