Too Cool To Be Schooled

The Olympics have always been a significant event in my life, not just for the spectacle of global competition but because of the memories I shared with two important people in my life: my Grandma Pat and my youngest daughter Winnie. Grandma Pat was more of an "order some pizza" kind of gal than a "fresh baked cookies" type, and her love for sports was unparalleled. You'd never enter her house without hearing a game playing on the television—football, basketball, hockey, boxing, golf. She wasn't picky; whatever sport was in season would be airing on her TV. Grandma Pat was an athlete in her own right. She played golf, water-skied, snow-skied, bowled, and swam—she truly embodied the spirit of working hard and playing hard. Watching the Olympics with her made the games more than just a series of events; they became a source of inspiration and a true bonding experience. A Personal Memory: Watching the Games with Grandma Pat One standout memory of mine is from t...