My Paralympic View 6: Alessia

Travis Allison
Paralympic Medal - with Braille

Paralympics – Friday, March 19 Wow, this morning we get to go see the Paralympic medals!  It was a private viewing for sponsor families.  It was really neat not to have to wait in line to go see them.  They are beautiful.  The design was created by a local artist.  It represents a raven if [...]

My Paralympic View 5: Alessia

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There were tons of people there cheering on the athletes.  Here is a picture of the McKeevers.

Paralympics – Thursday, March 18 This morning my dad and I went out to the Paralympic 10km Nordic Classic race.  We were hoping to see Brian McKeever win a gold and of course he did not disappoint us!  In the meantime, my mom went off to the Alpine skiing.  She saw both Lauren Woolstencroft  and [...]

My Paralympic View 4: Alessia

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Sweden vs. Norway

Saturday, March 13 Well I woke up late so we missed the Canada – Italy sledge hockey.  We watched it on TV – Canada won 4-0. We made it out to Thunderbird Arena for the Sweden – Norway hockey game.  I was really excited to use my accreditation.  Everyone was double checking it to make [...]

My Paralympic View 3: Alessia

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We went to wheelchair curling today

Sunday, March 14 We went to wheelchair curling today.  Upon arriving we saw Minister McNeil for the Olympics for BC and MLA for False Creek.  My mom and dad already knew her but I was excited to meet her!  I think she must have one of the best jobs in BC! The event saw Canada [...]

My Paralympic View 2: Alessia

Travis Allison
Go Sumi

Friday, March 12 Once again my mom picked me up from school and we headed into the city.  This time it was to attend the Paralympic Opening Ceremony. It was an amazing ceremony.  Everyone was so energized.  I hope that all of the athletes have a fantastic time!  My favorite mascot made an appearance – [...]

My Paralympic View 1: Alessia

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Paralympic Torch Relay

Monday, March 8 My mom picked me up from school and we headed into the city to pick up our accreditations for the Paralympic Games.  I am so excited.  This will be my first accreditation.  My parents have had them for many of the Games and now I finally get to have one too!  The [...]

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