Wednesday, February 24, 2010

End of an era

I saw my GP, Dr. David Brough, for the last time today.  He retires at the end of the week.  He is why I am still alive and kicking.  A good family doctor is the first line of defence against disease.  He always knew when to send me for more tests or to a specialist.  On the other hand, he also knew when to pat me on the head and reassure me that there was really nothing wrong that a few days wouldn't take care of.

Had a chance for curling tickets tonight but wanted to watch too many events on TV.

My letter was in the Province today:

The Pravda and Guardian articles show that maybe we should sent our most vitriolic journalist to the upcoming summer and winter games in London and Sochi.

I don't know if the writers of these pieces are actually in Vancouver, but they aren't seeing what I am. The games are wonderful for Vancouver, Richmond and Whistler.

There are glitches and mistakes but most are corrected quickly. The weather in Sochi right now is the same as here -- no one could predict that.

The fatal luge accident was terrible but that course was approved by the International Luge Federation and there will be a full investigation because that is what happens in a democratic country.

Evan Lysacek was the better skater on the day he won gold. Doing a quad does not guarantee a medal -- that's like saying the team who hits a grand slam should automatically win the baseball game.

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