The Olympics II

It's hard to imagine how on earth something as weird as curling ever got invented, but according to history of curling it indeed has been around for long:

"The first hand-written record of what could be called an early curling game dates from February, 1540, when John McQuhin of Scotland noted down, in Latin, a challenge to a game on ice between a monk named John Sclater and an associate, Gavin Hamilton."

But it's enjoyable to watch, if only during the Olympics. And Finland has been doing amazingly well!

I always follow figure skating closely. I think the new judging system is a step in the right direction. Some say the artistry has suffered, but I hope it's only a temporary thing while everyone is still trying to get used to the new requirements. It seems fairer, even if Zhang/Zhang in pairs obviously gained some sympathy points after Dan's terrible fall.

So far I think the highlight has been Johnny Weir's short program. And it's always nice to see an American who appreciates foreign cultures. :)

Weir causes stir with Soviet jacket