Feb 28/10 Happiness

Feb 28/10 Happiness, originally uploaded by susanvg.

Crowds cheered; the stadium filled with the home crowd erupted as Sydney Crosby scored the winning goal in the final game of the Olympic men's hockey tournament. Interesting how we identify with a team that in some way represents your country. I was delighted with the win, but do find it odd that these over paid athletes are competing in what once was an amateur event. So many athletes in other sports live near the poverty line.

So many moments over the last couple of weeks to witness happiness among the many medal winners and also among those who reached a personal best. It has been inspiring to watch. Thanks to all the athletes. This is for all of you.

Day 91: CBC delivers

Day 91: CBC delivers, originally uploaded by susanvg.

Leonard Cohen is a favourite of mine and although I watch little television, I made a point of watching tonight's show. Cohen did not disappoint. CBC is our public broadcaster and as such is where made in Canada culture is featured.

Our current government is doing all it can to dismantle the CBC. What a mistake! Sometimes the bottom line just can't be what it is about. If all media is owned by the private sector, the groups with money get to control what all hear as the news. Fortunately, with the Internet, we have other choices, but as a small country (with a lot of land) it is important to have a national network so we can learn about and understand the regional differences, needs and issues. It is part of what fosters our national identity. I love to listen to radio and have always found CBC informative. However, with a series of budget cuts, much of what I have prized has slowly evaporated.

What a treat to have an hour with Leonard Cohen. We need to ensure that Canadian artists of the future will also have the opportunity to be featured on a national network.