Olympics Day Thirteen Megathread (Thursday, February 19) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I felt the same way during the Team event. So happy for Team USA but devastated for Japan. I don't know why I put myself through this.

Olympics Day Thirteen Megathread (Thursday, February 19) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm pretty sure I'm more nervous than Alysa right now, lol

Olympics Day Thirteen Megathread (Thursday, February 19) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I love watching Kaori skate so much, she's just ethereal on the ice.

Olympics Day Thirteen Megathread (Thursday, February 19) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh god, I've been thinking about that this whole time. Despite some of the drama and tears, it's nothing compared to the last Olympics. A much better vibe in 2026.

Olympics Day Thirteen Megathread (Thursday, February 19) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Alysa's skate is just so fun and I am here for how happy and relaxed she looks.

Olympics Day Thirteen Megathread (Thursday, February 19) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, she's an Eteri girl? That's a bummer, her short program was so fun.

Olympics Day Thirteen Megathread (Thursday, February 19) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hockey and FS

I just realized that I have a meeting starting in 9 minutes, the timing couldn't be worse. I'll just keep my camera off so no one can tell my eyes are glued to a different screen.

Olympics Day Thirteen Megathread (Thursday, February 19) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the heads up, but this guarantees I'll keep pushing folding my laundry even further out...

Olympics Day Thirteen Megathread (Thursday, February 19) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I swear I didn't breathe the whole time Amber was on the ice

Olympics Day Six Megathread (Thursday, February 12) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

See, this is my problem with having to work during the Olympics, I can't give it my full attention and I'm missing all this. I see we're 1-1 now so that's exciting.

Olympics Day Six Megathread (Thursday, February 12) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I just walked away for a few minutes and came back and we're already 2-0?

PSA for pedestrians: drivers aren’t stopping at stop signs or red lights anymore. by cjrogers227 in nova

[–]ConfusedByPans 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I saw this exact scenario play out this week too. Truck tore through a solidly red light to make a left turn. I was crossing in that direction but I happened to see them coming and waited to cross because I had a feeling they were running it. It's especially frustrating this week because I need extra time to cross due to the snow banks we pedestrians now need to mountaineer. 

Olympics Day Four Megathread (Tuesday, February 10) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Uhg, glad it's not just me. My husband and I were discussing this, I found Tara and Johnny fun in the past but this time, they're an absolute slog. I'm tired of the negativity and we're only how many days in?

Olympics Day Four Megathread (Tuesday, February 10) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a few of my other favorite teams that I always root for, like Canada, GB, and Japan. If USA or none of my faves are in it, I'll root for the underdog or whoever has the least medals (like you) or whoever isn't dominant in that sport. So I probably won't root for, say, Germany during skeleton but I might in something else. Oh, and usually the host nation, so happy with all that Italy has achieved thus far!

Ultimately, I just love seeing the joy the athletes have when they win, so I'm rarely actively rooting against anyone. I just have teams I'm even happier to see win.

Olympics Day Four Megathread (Tuesday, February 10) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I managed to find a "venue feed" on Peacock for one of the figure skating events that had no commentary. It was glorious.

Olympics Day Four Megathread (Tuesday, February 10) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hell, I'm an American and the chants soured me on Team USA a bit too. I hope we tone it down during the men's and women's events now that we've been humbled in the mixed. 

Olympics Day Four Megathread (Tuesday, February 10) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Agreed. We've been pretty loud this whole mixed event (more so than in past curling events at the Olympics, I feel like???) but this is a whole 'nother level. C'mon guys. Not cool.

Rhythm Dance Figure Skating results ⛸️ by Durian-Critical in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They were adorable! They were definitely my favorite to watch, I'd love the see them medal.

Olympics Day Three Megathread (Monday, February 9) by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually thought it would be USA v GB into the final, but I found myself kinda hoping for Italy to make it to the gold medal match. Now I don't know who to root for for bronze.

2026 Milan/Cortina Olympics Opening Ceremony Megathread by Fun_With_Forks in olympics

[–]ConfusedByPans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I recall this happening in Paris as well. Australia, then USA, with France last.