WILD GOOSE CHASE TO OLYMPIC TAIL GATE PARTY

Ontario's big, so we were still driving over the top of Lake Superior this morning. Town of "Wawa" means "wild goose" and they've got the world's biggest. But the just-as-wild shore and endless waterview is way more captivating than the Big Bird. Got to Sault Ste. Marie early to get front row seats for the Opening ceremonies. The "Soo" has historic locks joining Lakes Superior and Huron, plus great legends of bush pilots and miners. We'll have a better look when we're back here in September.

Along with billions, watched the Olympic opening.  The IOC is a crass old-boy commercial racket but they manage to get their franchisees, in this case London, to put on a captivating show. We thought it was the best production ever. Best in show ---- the emphasis on youth, and the Mexican or New Zealand uniforms. Worst parts ---- awkward inclusion of Mohammed Ali, and yet another voice-stretch for Paul McCartney. But it was truly inclusive of all countries through the use of the imaginative multi-petal flame cauldron. Jammy bonkers, Danny Boyle!

Five hours in the crowd (well, 2 of us) in the bleachers of a big game can only lead to one thing ---- tailgate party in the parking lot!!