Whistler

We've made it to Whistler. Our home for the next week is a condo on Blackcomb
Mtn. This is a short walk to everything that is going on here and we watch the Wizard Express chairlift from our window.

Don and I have been Whistler many times and love this place but it is the first time for the kids. Unfortunately they haven't really had a chance to understand the size of the mountain as it has been shrouded in cloud since we arrived yesterday. In fact, right now it is pouring rain - we usually come here in November and I haven't seen such weather then never mind in February.

When you are watching your Olympic coverage on TV and see them broadcasting from Whistler, we will probably pass by there at least two or three times a day. Just down from them is the Swiss broadcasting booth and there was some excitment around there last night after the medal presentation when the Swiss received the first medal of these games.

Although we were sad to leave Vancouver, particularly as our time there was so short, we are thrilled to be here. There are performances going on constantly (you can check it out by googling Whistler Live) and screens everywhere so you can watch events. Whistler is much more compact and intimate and you can change parties and experiences by simply by walking a few feet.

Now if the rain would just stop.
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