The games of the XXX Olympiad in London had more viewers than any other event in U.S. television history, and I was one of those 219.4 million viewers eager to watch. Ever since I was a little girl I've absolutely loved the Olympics! I'm glued to theTV to watch favorites such as swimming, gymnastics and track and field, but I also relish learning about little-known Olympic sports as race-walking or trampoline (who knew?). I think I'm drawn to the Olympics for many reasons: the athletes' sacrifice and dedication to their chosen sport is inspirational; hearing the athletes' stories and those of their families or their country; learning the history and culture of the host country. Most of all, I appreciate that it is a positive event and it is a pinprick on the time line when the world comes together in peace.
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