an official request, updated list needed! I still don't see them. :o
but anyway, pictures coming soon! - maybe some encouragments for furriends. :D
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an official request, updated list needed! I still don't see them. :o
but anyway, pictures coming soon! - maybe some encouragments for furriends. :D
The doors of the Olympic Village open tomorrow,
All traveling schedules have been arranged, your tickets are waiting at the counter of your local airport!
Let the travel begin!
Im packed and ready to go.Cant wait.After that long plane ride I will come out on top in the sleeping under covers compitition ;)
Here ya goQuote:
Originally Posted by Gina's Ark Inc.
Quote:
Originally Posted by RICHARD
With the amount of practice Samantha has put in for the lap curling event, she expects a podium finish!
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Welcome cat-theletes!
The Cat Olympic village is now officially open!!
Please register at the gate...you rooms await!!!
Don Juan and Zerlina will register tonight, when Mom gets home from work, OK?Quote:
Originally Posted by RICHARD
WoW! Samantha you look so....professional! :D
Am I already registerd?I would hate to have to fly such a great distance and not be registered :eek:No really is there a form to fill out for this?
Cat-Olympics Report- Minus 9 days to the opening of the Games!
Yesterday the Cat-theletes Village opened with a ribbon chasing ceremony.
(It was supposed to be a ribbon CUTTING ceremony, but the attendees thought that chasing the ribbon was far more fun!)
And even though the security forces had some problems with plastic bags of cat nip being brought into the village the ceremonies went off as planned and
all eyes are focused on the ceremonies themselves.
Questions of who will bring the Cat Olympic flame into the arena have begun, along with who will be the Official Mascot. A preview of the Costumes for the Parade of Nation was met with positive comments from the participants, With the exception of the German men....
Braids were traded for lederhosen and all signs point to a great 2006 Cat Olympic Games!
They had a little pow wow over the weekend and have decided to go together. They are not sure which events to participate in, but they will, I am sure, find at least one event for each kitty.
I have packed their naps sacks and they are off to Italy over this weekend. I hope they can find a place to stay and not have to stay outside in the cold. It is cold here in Vermont but they stay inside all the time. Too bad the bunnies cannot go to keep them warm.
I trust Miley will keep everyone in line and not allow the little ones to stray too far from her side. Juni will be the one to watch.
I hope they meet up with other PT kitties too!
Can't wait! :eek:
Fear not!Quote:
Originally Posted by RICHARD
Rooms in the village have been arranged! ;)
The Edster made it to the village, I just got off the phone with him!
Uh-oh, where's my airline suitcase.....
Come to think of it, where are Don Juan and Zerlina?
:confused:
And what's this charge on my credit card: $1200 TO SHIP A CRATE TO TORINO!!! :mad: :mad: :mad:
Liz ;)
Filou is very happy that his Aby friends from Vermont won't have to see him in braids but in cool Lederhosen. He says it is right that winter in Upper Italy is quite cold this year but that they will for sure find a fireplace where they can curl up in front. ;)
He says it's a pity that there are no climbing competitions at the winter Olympics as he would love to be part of an International Monkey team.
Juni wants to compete in Wrestling.
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We will be so happy if Pichu would join the games too! :D
Olympic Village a 'cat'-cophany of sounds and sights!
With four more days before the opening ceremonies to the Games, the Village is slowly coming to life as the Cat-theles slowly tickle in. Many of the particpants are renewing old friendships and making new ones as their participation in their events draw near.
Some of the younger athletes have been seen catting around and having a few catnip parties into the early evening, but most of them have been keeping their eyes on the prize- the Gold Medal!
This reporter will try to give you up to date reports from the Village until the Opening Ceremonies!!
Security Alert bulletin!
Security forces were put on alert when a wooden crate, with an address originating in the United States, was left at the gates of the Athlete's Village.
Members of the Bomb Squad were preparing to detonate the package when two as yet unidentified American athletes came forward to claim the box.
They assured the Polizia that the box did not contain and illegal or banned substances and opened the crate in the presence of officials.
As of yet those Cat-theletes have not been identified,nor has the contents of the crate.
Hmmmmmmmmm, tons of catnip in the box?? :eek: :eek:
:eek: Were sniffer dogs involved?
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Filou wants to join in boxing - see his straight left hand.
Tigris wants to know what was in the crate and how he can contact the guys who throw the nip parties:
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I think those crates contained all of Edwina's outfits! :D
Three more days!
As the countdown to the First Winter/Second Cat-Olympics Games draws near, emotions are running high. Cat-theletes are settling into the rythmn
of life in the village, practicing for their events and the chance to show the world what the Cat-Olympics are all about.
Crate mystery still unsolved!
Officials and participants are still tight lipped about the mysterious crate the arrived a few days ago.
Stay tuned to this site for the latest news from Torino!
The first week's schedule of events was released to the press this afternoon.
Feb. 11-13
Sprinting/Running
Litter Rolling and Elevator Butt
February 12-14
Hiding, Eating (all disciplines) Synchro sleeping, eating and sitting.
Feb 15-17
Yoga in the box. Cat nip Toy Hunting Undercover sleeping
Feb 18-20
Weightlifting, wrestling, boxing and Getting things from the Humans, Lap Curling
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Please make a note of these dates and stayed tuned for the opening ceremonies!!
Leonardo is concerned he won't pass the drug testing.
We had to go to the white coats yesterday and she put him on an anitbiotic for his winter allergy! :eek:
He is feeling tons better by the way! :D
DRUG TESTING CONTROVERSY HIT GAMES
Just days before the games a new scandal has rocked the Games. Some participants have expressed concern that some drugs/antibiotics will deem them ineligible for the events they are scheduled in.
One Official, who refused to be identified commented, "As long as they bring a note from the doctor or their mother, I think evberything will be ok!!"
DONE!Quote:
Originally Posted by RICHARD
oh, wait! that's another thread! :eek: :)
yes catnapper, I still don't see what I'm looking for. :o
*imagine here's synchro america ark marching through...*
took about few weeks for practices to purrfection! they still would like to be on synchroteam in honor of winning gold last year. :D
synchrostanding.. synchroappearance's plus? :eek:
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synchrositting/listening?
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b1...ynchroboys.jpg (they can do both - terrific cats!) ;)
synchroeating!
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..that would be all for now as they've already flew on their way there - expect the largest velcro team. :o :cool:
Gina,these pictures are terrific!!! :D
Twelve sycro-kitties!!! :D :D :D
We're late getting settled into the Village but will be hosting a little Partee for fellow Catheletes this evening in our suite. Look for our Team Flag...
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We filed our official entries for the Games and here they are:
Feb. 11-13
Sprinting/Running - Percy, Tiger, William, Scooter
February 12-14
Hiding - Norbert, Pippin
Synchro sleeping - Percy & Norbert (Pairs competition only)
Synchro eating - Tiger & Scooter (Pairs competition only)
Synchro sitting - Tiger & Scooter (Pairs competition only)
Feb 15-17
Yoga in the box - Pippin
Cat nip Toy Hunting - Scooter
Feb 18-20
Weightlifting - Scooter
Wrestling - Norbert, Pippin, William, Scooter
Getting things from the Humans - Tiger
And finally here's a shot of Norbert and Pippin in wrestling practice just before leaving for Torino:
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Everyone is in good form and anticipate no problems with drug testing this year. No one is on any meds at this time and the team cut back on Nip consumption last month.
Good luck to all the Catheletes! Go for the Gold!
Holy cow!! (cat?) I think Gina has this one down pat!
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That's an adorable photo! :)
Gina, your kitties are bound to win gold in syncro! Hilarious! :D Great pictures - and I think I know how you got them. ;)
The wait is over!
Years, month, weeks, days and now....hours.
In a matter of hours the stadium in Torino will open it's gates to welcome some of the most athletic cats to ever represent their countries.
When the Olympic fanfare sounds (Stray Cat Strut by the Stray Cats)
the teams will move into the stadium. preceded by the Olympic Flag, the cat-thletes and the lighting of the Torch.
The President of the IFGC (International Feline Games Committee) will officially open the games and the party can begin!
One more night's sleep, with the exception of the sleeping teams, and the world will again be graced with performances by these extraordinary competitors.
Second week schedule released!
Feb 21-23
Tile floor speed skating, Milk ring Hockey
Feb 23-26
Cold weather piling and Synchronized Sleeping (The singles sleeping events will be held at the same time)
Well, hello there...!!
Wonder if anyone remember us?? We have been very busy, Bella and I (and stressed out and ill and busy again, actually! :rolleyes: ) but we don't want to let Randi and Fister down on this great event!
Bella would like to offer her services as a referee in any discipline you would want since nothing - absolutely nothing - will escape her unflinching eyes. Her capacity of staring is quite awesome, and she usually succeeds in making new acquaintances uneasy... :eek:
Here is the picture to prove it!
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So how about it? Are we in??
Good luck to everybody!
Love,
Sus
Bella, sweetheart, you will be invaluable in keeping order in the olympic village! :D
Hi Bella! You'll be the perfect referee - I know your eyes don't miss anything!! I'm also glad to see your mom didn't starve you to death! ;)
I'll ring for a cab now, so lets meet downstairs in 10 min, and we can go together, OK? :)
Here we are, checking in - just hope we'll get through security without any problems. :eek:
We're looking forward to meet the rest of you! :D
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Psssttt....Fister! Bella! It's me, Edwina.....I'm traveling incognito....so many fans you know....
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:D Oh Miss Edwina! How can you hope to disguise that glamourous dash of nose-liner!