Klahanie Blog. Celebrating the all different, all equal diversity we share. Help each other, we help ourselves. Header photo: Penny roaming free in a field, with The Roaches, near Leek Staffordshire, in the background.
Klahanie Blog. Celebrating the all different, all equal diversity we share. Help each other, we help ourselves. Header photo: Penny roaming free in a field, with The Roaches, near Leek Staffordshire, in the background.
What an honour....something to remember her whole life and to tell her grandchildren about. And we knew it wasn't flatulence that was the problem..really...
ReplyDeleteHi Delores,
DeleteIndeed and I know how proud and honoured she has been because of such a memorable experience.
Yeah, we knew that flatulence had nothing to do with the extinguished flame....
Talk about the thrill of a lifetime! How wonderful for Rhian. Very good thought, indeed, about the spirit of the games and some positivity! (I absolutely loved when she started skipping!)
ReplyDeleteHi Kim,
DeleteFor sure. I think I would have liked to have run with the Torch. I guess I could pretend and run along the streets with a cigarette lighter!
A bit of positivity and hopefully the ideals of the games can transcend outwards towards a more understanding, tolerant world. That skipping part was really a joy to behold :)
It must be wonderful to be included in the festivities at the games. Too bad she didn't get to light the big torch at the Olympic Games ... I was kinda hopin' so! They must save that homor for the competitors.
ReplyDeleteHi Jackie,
DeleteIt sure must be wonderful to be included in the festivities. I awaited my call to carry the Torch. Strangely enough, I never received that call! :)
I suppose it will be one of the competitors. I have no idea who is going to light the flame in the Olympic stadium.
Take care :)
So I popped back to the last post to see what Rhian wrote, to discover that, among her many other fine attributes, she has a great sense of humor. There are not even six degrees of separation in this world, are there?
ReplyDeleteHi Susan,
DeleteI was delighted she found out about the previous posting. Was actually going to try and contact her to let her know. Thus it was wonderful to note Rhian's comment on the last posting and her good natured sense of humour shone through, much like the flame on the Torch.
It's a small world and via the positive aspects of the internet, it grows smaller and we are learning so much from each other :)
Thanks, Susan.
Gary
Thanks for posting this Gary. I have learned how the flame is passed from torch to torch now! It's a real once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Rhian. There are about 48 days to go so we will have to wait until it arrives near where I am - about four or five miles from the Olympic Park.
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Hi bazza,
DeleteMy honour to post it up. Me too, I for some reason, thought they only used the one Torch. Of course, now we know better. Rhian has a treasured memory to share for the rest of her life.
Wow, you are right in the heart of the event. I reckon you have a seat in the stadium amongst all the other celebrities!
How lovely. I adored her little skip towards the end. She waves better than the Queen, and the Queen doesn't make me get misty eyed either.
ReplyDeleteHi The Elephant's Child
DeleteWasn't that a wonderful and inspiring video. She smiles better than the Queen. And the Queen hardly stirs any emotion in me.
All the best,
Gary
Hello Gary:
ReplyDeleteThe Olympic Games themselves are not, as you might well expect, entirely our thing. However, we support totally and fully the spirit of them as indeed we do anything which brings people together in peace and friendship.
Hello Jane and Lance,
DeleteActually, I'm not that bothered about the Games. However, just like you, I like to think of the Games as a positive worldwide celebration. The ideals of the Olympics are what we should strive for in rejoicing the diversity of mankind.
Indeed this was more than anything, a human interest story.
Oh, do tell, how is the weather where you live?
It has been, until today when it is raining, warm with temperatures of around 25C - 30C. We are continually informed how dismal it is with you. Not good!!
DeleteThank you Jane and Lance for that weather update. Of course, when you note, "We are continually informed how dismal it is with you. Not good!!" That would be a reference to the not so great British weather and not my own personal state of affairs!
DeleteAnd also seriously, just like you, 'hit counts' are of little interest to me. After five years of this blog, the positive interaction is a most wondrous result. I am honoured to know you both. And no, I wont ask a follow up question :)
Oh Rhian!! Gary and pawsome Penny! You must tell Rhian she's utterly wonderful and she just looks amazing! Good for her!!! I do like this olympic torch travelling all over the country - so this is just really nice to see!!!
ReplyDeleteTake care
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Hi Old Kitty,
DeleteI have passed on my good wishes to her via twitter. Quite the marvellous accomplishment by Rhian.
It's a great video clip of the her with the Olympic Torch. It sure is going on what heck of a journey :)
All the best,
x
Well done to her. I have not yet seen the Olympic flame anywhere near here, but perhaps I will nearer the time.
ReplyDeleteHi Jenny,
DeletePerhaps, if you check the link at the end of my previous posting, it might indicate when the Olympic flame might be near where you live.
And most definitely, well done to Rhian :)
I love the small town feel of the watching on lookers. Running and waving did seem to be an awkward combination and understandably slowed to a walk. A beautiful woman and a moment of fame etched in history.
ReplyDeleteHi Ray,
DeleteI know what you mean about the small town ambience of the onlookers. A most historic occasion and I was most grateful that Rhian acknowledged my last article with such an informative and good natured response :)
Time for a coffee...
Take care,
Gary
Wow, that is really special she found your post and left a comment for you! That is someone who is truly involved and dedicated - and very real.
ReplyDeleteAnd real is something we can all aspire to be.
Have a great weekend, Gary. You the man!
Hi Alex,
DeleteIt was a most pleasant surprise that Rhian left a comment on that last posting. She does come across as dedicated, sincere and genuine. Positive attributes added to a positive article.
Folks such as Rhian, most assuredly, can give us the motivation to embrace our positive goals in life.
Here's hoping you had a peaceful weekend. Alex, you the man, the science fiction writing, guitar playing man!
Wow! She found your post and commented- How cool is that?! I'm strangely psyched for the Olympics and getting these little personal glimpses is yummy. Good job, Gary.
ReplyDeleteProg on!
Laura
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Hi Laura,
DeleteWow, for sure! Well cool that one of her friends informed her of my other article that made note of her. I think the video of her encapsulates all that can be positive and inspirational about the Games and about humanity!
Thanks Laura and enjoy the Olympics.
Gary
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Awesome video! We saw the Olympic Flame go by on its way to the Vancouver Olympics a while back. It really is a thrill! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Jemi,
DeleteIndeed and the awesome video with Rhian also solved the mystery of the extinguished flame.
The winter Olympics in Vancouver were very good. Really nice to know you saw the Olympic flame :)
Gary
Wow, Gary. It's very kind and generous, sharing your blog to showcase a torch bearer. I also did not know that more then one torch was used. I feel a historical hot flash approaching. Be still my flaming heart!
ReplyDeleteI hope you get the chance to do some photos of the venues, athletes, or competition. You seem to 'capture' moments and treasures other photographers miss. Good thoughts to you,
~ Dixie
Hi Dixie,
DeleteIt was my honour to share such a magical event. It all started with me finding out my good buddy, Stephen, had stood beside Rhian as she posed with her own personal extinguished Olympic Torch. And yes, the video made it clearer as to what actually happens. Fan the flames in the flame of love.
It would be very cool, or hot, if I had some more opportunities to 'capture' some more memorable moments. Or to quote that song, 'Flame!'....I want to live forever...' :) Thank you, Dixie. Peaceful wishes, your way, Gary
Wow! That's a lot of running. If it were me, I would be hobbling on my heel-spurred, malformed feet at a snail's crawl. But I'd make it worth my while at the end by extinguishing the flame up the Queen's anus, in respect to her ultra-amazing Diamond Jubilee or Royal orgy or whatever the heck that was last week. As I pop the torch up her bum, they could have fireworks go off in the background as Paul and Elton sing "God Save The Queen."
ReplyDeleteHi Kelly,
DeleteThat's a lot of running and demonstrating some really inspirational vibes. If you were a torch-bearer, you would get huge applause for your noteworthy effort.
That would be quite a royal 'end' you propose. Of course, she has been on the 'throne' for over sixty years and you might have to lodge her off the seat before placing said flame in said location.
You forgot one more famous singing institution by the name of Sir Cliff Richard. Yep, Cliff, who was England's answer to good ol' Elvis Presley! Ah uh!
If you ever make it to London, my friend, stay well clear of the Tower of London! :)
A memory to last a life time.
ReplyDeleteHi Joylene,
DeleteYes indeed and a memory your son and your entire family can certainly relate to :)
great vid and she's very lucky to be chosen to run with it :)
ReplyDeleteHi G,
DeleteAnd that great vid also showed exactly what happens to the flame :) She was an excellent, deserving choice.
Thanks buddy and take good care :)
So very cool that Rhian found your post and commented on it. You got a little dab of history on your humble blog. Congratulations.
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Hi Lee,
DeleteIt was awesome that Rhian um caught wind of my post. And now even more history on my shy, humble and unassuming blog. Always good to see a celebrity such as your humble self visit this little known site :)
Thanks Lee and happy writing.
Gary
Dear Gary,
ReplyDeleteApologies for commenting a little late this time. It's great that Rhian has taken the time to comment herself, though, as she must have been busy keeping the flame alive, so to speak. And, yes, it will be nice if the Olympics bring a little spark of poditivity into our world.
Very Best Wishes,
David.
Dear David,
DeleteNo worries, my good friend. A comment is warmly welcomed from you at any time. It was a pleasant outcome that Rhian became aware of the previous posting. A positive, interactive result, all round.
Yes, her torch has been extinguished. Yet the flames of positivity shall, we hope, burn brightly on.
All the best and talk soon.
Gary
Souvenirs of that scale are mementos of a lifetime and yes, it will be extinguished, but she always can put it on at will and do a round or two in the neighborhood, just for fun.
ReplyDeleteHi Aliza,
DeleteIndeed, quite the treasured memento that Rhian can take out into the neighbourhood. It could be considered one heck of a large cigarette lighter! )
Take care,
Gary
I've discovered your sense of humor Gary and I've reached the conclusion you've got all the necessary weapons to conquer a woman's heart :)>.
ReplyDeleteHi unikorna,
DeleteOh my, thanks for that :) Some good natured humour is just the tonic. And you, my 'electric friend' are a most welcome 'electronic tonic'. Thank you for your kind words:)
Gary
What an honor to be chosen for this! I would worry about tripping, but she did just fine.
ReplyDeleteHi Susan,
DeleteIt must of been one heck of an honour for Rhian. I worry about tripping when my um 'adoring fans' chase me down the street :)
Oh, an excellent guest post you submitted on that A to Z site. Did you notice my surreal comment that also praised you?
Happy writing :)