– Greeted by fluttering flags – Collage of my time at the park, in the Aquatics Centre, joining the crowds & flying the flag for Team GB – Our view of the Stadium – All smiles in the sunshine – Panoramic view of part of the park – Storms clouds a-brewing but that didn’t stop us having fun! –
A few choice photos from the Paralympic Games. Me and my family headed up on the first day of the Games to spend the morning watching and supporting the athletes in the Aquatics Centre. Though quite a trek to get up to our seats the overall atmosphere during our session was great. There were, obviously, big cheers for Team GB and we even got to see Jonathan Fox break his own World Record in his first heat.
The second morning was spent in the Olympic Stadium, which looked just as impressive in real life as on the TV screen and our view was incredible. We saw long jumps, track events and shot put events in our morning session. We also had the privilege of watching three medal ceremonies, took part in a stadium wide Mexican wave and cheered with the crowd, waving our Union flags.
On both days we had a wander around the enormous park. I had to admit I was pleasantly surprised the park so very crowded with spectators from all over the world. The whole spirit of the Games was just infectious and it was great seeing so many people just as excited as we were to be there.
I can’t be the only one who felt a little sad watching the Paralympic Closing Ceremony last Sunday, it seems like everyone has gone back to reality now that London 2012 has finished. I am glad I got to go down there while I had the chance.
Anyone wanna save up for Rio with me? ;)
Keep on wishing…
R.xoxo