About me: The Special Olympics World Summer Games were in Shanghai, China from October 2-11 and were the largest single sporting event in 2007. The enormity of the Games – more than 7,200 Special Olympics athletes and their families from 165 countries; tens of thousands of coaches, volunteers and Chinese citizens; competitions in 25 Olympic-type and demonstration sports at more than 20 venues commanded worldwide attention.
Check out this video from the Opening Ceremony. It is an amazing drums performance led by a Chinese athlete that opened up the entire ceremony and absolutely rocked Shanghai!
Actor Colin Farrell was a 2007 Special Olympics World Games Spokesperson. Hear some of what he has to say about being part of the Special Olymics Global Movement. Then check out Colin hanging out with his fellow Irishmen during the Games!
This next video is a little action of Team USA versus Team Poland in volleyball. In the stands is the US Presedential Delegation which included sports icons Mr. Cub Ernie Banks and Olympic silver medalist Michelle Kwan. They are both fans of Special Olympics!
For some real entertainment check out Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver along with Special Olympics International Board Director and athlete Loretta Claiborne as they learn how to make authentic Chinese dumplings in a local host town family's apartment!
Listen to the world famous musician, and very zen human being, Yo-Yo Ma explain what he finds fascinating about the Special Olympics Global Movement. Then take a listen as Yo-Yo Ma and his Silk Road Ensemble break it down a little for the media at the press conference.
The last video for now is a very exciting video for the Special Olympics Australian women's basketball team. Watch them win the gold medal as they hold on to a two point lead in the final seconds!
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Down Syndrome Support and Resources A great way to meet other parents of children with Down syndrome! Goals: To Provide information, resources and support to friends and family of those with Down syndrome.
We strive to provide help and support to new and expectant parents of children with Down syndrome.
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MY purpose in running the famous Twin Cities Marathon is to draw more attention to the role that Special Olympics plays in so many lives of persons today.
I WILL DO THIS NOT FOR ME BUT, FOR Special Olympics Minnesota!!!!!!!!
Where I got lost and tried to find my way on a path that pulled me astray, where I was sad and trying my best to swim across a stream of tears -- back to my friends that make me smile and feel welcomed without worry or fears..... I am Blessed and I am grateful for your understanding. God Bless and with Love, Tomme de Momme and Family (Please come ck out my updated site with a little facelift since my sad hiatus, and I promise you if you click on the "Mother's Day..." Blog = you will be touched!)
Hi, I just noticed that there was someone who used to live in Virginia Beach that will be on big brother, she would be great to have at the plunge next February. Do you think it is a good idea if she makes at least jury and represents well.
