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I’m excited—and nervous—for the Olympics Opening Ceremony today at 1:30pm (EST).
They were very busy getting ready when we were there in December.
They are planning the first ever outdoor ceremony. The 7,000+ athletes are going to parade in on boats floating down the Seine. I can’t even imagine the logistics involved in planning something like that in a city as old and iconic as Paris. From the weather to security, there are so many things that could go wrong. And I’ve just read that there has been a malicious arson attack on several railway lines there. I hope all the performers are still able to get to their spots.
But if they can pull it off, I think it’s going to be next-level!
Godspeed Paris. The world is with you. 🤞🏼🇫🇷 🌎
(I’d use those two free plane tickets to go back in slightly warmer weather.)
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Heard about the attacks. Sigh.
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Nice post. From what I read these opening Olympic ceremonies, the first out of a stadium, are going to be EPIC ✨
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I know, I can’t wait. Four more hours! 🎆
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Good things come to those who wait 😊
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The 7,000+ athletes are going to parade in on boats floating down the Seine.
Man, that can go either way. But if they can pull that off…
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What could possibly go wrong 😬
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I’ve set up before and I will say it again
Paris is the greatest city on Earth.
I will die on this hill.
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💯
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Haven’t had a chance to see the whole opening ceremonies yet, but clips. Doing great!! I always thought Paris would be one of the first places I’d ever visit out of the country, but I’ve still never been. 🙂 One day…
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It was a shame they got so much rain, but it was still pretty spectacular. It’s definitely a bucket list city!
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