Snow and the Olympics

In Philadelphia last week, there was an enormous snow storm. Did you hear about it? Did you see it on the news? Below are pictures from outside my parent's house. It looks like a winter wonderland! I can't imagine having to shovel all of that snow. Both of my parents said, "I have seen many big storms in my life, but this is by far the biggest! Without a doubt, this is the biggest snow storm I have ever seen in my life!!"

While on the topic of snow, I am sure many of you have been watching the Winter Olympics in Vancouver. When I can, I watch it live, but usually I just catch the highlights. So far, I have enjoyed watching The Games. And I have an advantage, which is: I can root for two countries, America and Japan. Below I will write some "Olympic English." Let me know if you don't understand anything.

1. The Opening Ceremony was held indoors for the first time ever.
2. Kokubo, the young snowboarder, was criticized and reprimanded for not tucking in the shirt of the Japan National Team's uniform. Later, when asked about his appearance, he half-heartedly apologized.
3. Aiko finished in fourth place in the Mogul Competition. It was her 4th Olympic appearance in a row.
4. Mr. X qualified for the final round. Mr. Y didn't make the finals.
5. Mr. W was disqualified.
6. Ms. A won the gold/silver/bronze medal.
7. I can't believe she missed that easy jump. She choked!
8. She did it! She beat all odds! She's the champ.
9. "I ski for myself, not for tv, or the fans, or my country."
10. You think of one!