Well... 24 hours to Opening Ceremonies. I've already been here almost 2 weeks but it has flown by. The weather here has been absolutely wonderful. Maybe too wonderful as the breeze the past few days has been extremely light which is not what the sailors have trained and prepared for. Either way they feel they will be ready for whatever conditions are thrown at them. Last few days have been fairly quiet with the sailors making final adjustments to their equipment.

Last night we had a bonfire on the beach. I couldn't imagine ever being able to do that in the states but I guess it happens. The bonfire efforts were led by our California contingent and they did a great job. Athletes, coaches and staff all came together to enjoy a beer and conversation by the fire.

This morning we were picked up at 5:30 am for a scenic drive up to a place called Abbotsbury. Such beautiful rolling, green countryside close to the waters edge. Our tour guide, Marcus is the guy who owns the Dive Shop next to Camp Billingham. If you are ever in Weymouth, go to O'Three. Marcus is the man- such a kind fellow. The drive was fantastic.

The athletes had their official press conference this am. My roommate during this trip is the US Sailing Olympic Team's communications officer/ press attache, Dana Paxton. Dana is HILARIOUS. She cracks me up and we are having a blast. What a witty chick. Anyways, Dana facilitated the press conference and the athletes did great. My job responsibilities the past 12 months included the facilitation of the Team USA Ambassadors Program. Every Olympic athlete had to complete this program that included their responsibilities as an Olympian, setting Games expectations, media training as well as some dos and donts during the Games. Anyways, the media training obviously paid off with these athletes as they nailed it. Great answers- very eloquent. I felt like a proud mom.