Olympics

I am enjoying watching some of the Winter Olympics, but have been confused. Are they being held in Torino per NBC or Turin per NPR? Finally, I went to the ultimate authority in such matters-Google-and discovered that the Italians call it Torino and the Anglicized version is Turin. I learn something new everyday.

What is the attraction of the Olympics? Maybe, it is just the middle of winter and there is nothing better to watch on TV. The human interest stories told as part of the NBC’s presentation are often interesting. The physical prowess exhibited in many of the events is impressive and exciting. The evidence of fortitude and dedication of the athletes make these games inspiring. However, it is disheartening to know that super egos and drugs are also part of the Olympics. There are lessons of all kinds to be learned from this display of humanity.