I’ve Been Picked to Run in the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay!!!
I was in SHOCK when I read this email:
July 2, 2009 4:27pm
Dear Linda,
Congratulations on being randomly drawn to carry the torch in the upcoming Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay. You have been assigned a relay leg in Saanich, BC on 10/30/2009. We have done our best to allocate the leg based on your preference, the positions given to us by VANOC, and your expressed willingness to travel.
In order to move forward and officially complete the process of being a Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch bearer, we need you to respond with the following information. We request that you complete and return this information (via email) by July 6.
I didn’t think I cared about it when I put my name in the lotto draw for Torch Relay participants…….BUT THAT WAS YESTERDAY!!! I LOVE IT! WAAAHOOooooooooooo!!!
Linda Said,
July 9, 2009 @ 2:14 pm
…..Lee Mackenzie:
“WHAHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!”
..…Louise
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WOW! Excellent, good for you.
The Universe didn’t pick you……………..you were putting out a matching energy…..vibration. You get whatever you vibrate. You are the Creator of your life. You are in control!
..…Jody Pawel:
HI Linda, CONGRATULATIONS!!! I am SO excited for you! Of course I’ll cheer you on!
Have you told others in our PPP group?
I talk to Donna Mills and Kathleen Rake often. I’ll spread the news to them.
Keep me in your news loop.
…..Dune and Norma:
Congratulations Linda, you deserve it. Hope you enjoy the run.
…..Marcel and Corrine Labelle :
We will be cheering for you for sure!
…..Colleen Corley:
“Yippee Linda! – I am so thrilled to know you and am so excited for you to be running with the torch – we’ll be there with camera in hand to capture your moment!”
…..Alan Roaf:
Fantastic, Linda! What an honour! I’m really proud of you – again.
…..Janis La Couvée:
Linda that is such phenomenal news. “Congratulations to you!”
Linda Said,
July 9, 2009 @ 2:14 pm
…..Patricia M. Coulter
Hi Linda: All that I can say is WOW, WOW, WOW. Congratulations!!! You must be so excited. I have never personally known anyone who has had this privilege before. Of course we will be in your cheering crowd.
…..Doreen Webb:
Of course i’ll be on your cheering squad. i think you’ll manage better than you think you will. sounds like you have a realistic plan of attack. whoo-hoo.
…..Zoe:
HOW fantastic!!
…..Jennifer:
Congratulations! Wonderful news! Go Linda Go! Where will the run be? All the best.
…..Ken and Karen:
Congratulations Linda! This is exciting…..but considering your history and experience, it’s a natural fit….how could they not select you. If we are in town….we will be there.
..…Sharon H:
Hi Linda, Congrats on the torch relay! I’m sure if anyone can do it, it will be you!
Linda Said,
July 9, 2009 @ 2:14 pm
…..Coco Jones:
“awesomeness.”
…..Patricia:
Hi Linda: Congratulations!! I would be proud to cheer you on and if you want a running partner (from time to time) let me know.
…..Myrna:
HURRAY! HURRAY! HURRAY! I am so excited for you! Will you be running here in Victoria or in another city? I will be out of town on Oct.30 so I want to figure out which channel I might be able to tape it on.. IT COULDN’T HAPPEN TO A MORE DESERVED PERSON, LINDA. I’m so happy for you! Cheers.
..…Vic Lindal:
This is exciting. Well done Universe!
…..Lorna:
Congratulations!! I’m not on face book but will cheer you on in any event. Send updates.
…..Anita:
Wow Linda! Reading this just brought tears to my eyes for you.
Linda Said,
July 9, 2009 @ 2:15 pm
..…Alfred Petersen:
Linda, Congratulations! I am excited for you. You must have sent this e-mail to a bunch of people because you don’t have to ask me if I am on board as part of your cheering squad. Cheers.
…..Henry Zipser:
Congratulations Linda. That is very exciting!
…..Darlene Oudot:
Congratulations Linda you so deserve this…of course I will be your cheering section. Always have been.
..…Jeff & Kelsey:
Congrats, Linda! This IS huge!
..…Robert Schmidt:
AWESOME is the only thing that comes to mind. How’s your game Linda.
…..Stephanie:
Too cool! I am sure you will be able to reach your goal. Congratulations!
..…Emily Nelson:
Congratulations!!! I’m very happy for you and I will be cheering you on your way.
Linda Said,
July 9, 2009 @ 2:15 pm
…..Brian Walsh:
Congratulations Linda. I am so proud to call you my friend. You can certainly count on my support. Cheers.
…..Gregg Meiklejohn:
Way to go Linda!
…..Alicia Whittaker:
“congrats linda, i’ll be thinking of you.”
…..Virginia MacDonald:
“VERY exciting!”
…..Michele (former choir member):
3 Cheers for Linda! Hurray! Hurray! Hurray! I will so be on your cheering squad.
Congrats. What an honour.
…..Esther Mitchell:
Linda, I am so proud of you.
..…Blair Piercy:
Congratulations Linda. You certainly deserve it for all the good things you have done for so many.
Linda Said,
July 10, 2009 @ 10:13 pm
…..Barb R:
Congratulations!! As far as I know now, will be around on October 30th
…..Barbara Souther:
Congratulations Linda!!
…..Joan Kielt:
Good for you. We wish you good luck and all the best on your training schedule. Have fun. We will watch your progress on your blog.
…..Linda & Hugh:
Congratulations Linda!!!! Let us know where we can cheer you on!!.
…..Gerry:
Good for you, having the excitement of running with your peers and the rest of the Olympians that competed over the years who are following their dreams and working hard to be in with the best in the world.
…..Jane Blake:
You are an inspiration to many. Fabulous news. Keep inspiring.
…..Carol Kolga:
Congrats Linda. This is very exciting.
Linda Said,
July 13, 2009 @ 8:04 am
…..Heather Hutchinson:
Congrads Linda. what a wonderful thrill that will be and good on you for working towards your goal and helping others along the way. Cheers.
…..Adina Mooney:
Congratulations! I know you’ll do a super job. All who know you will be so proud of you.
…..Ken Burton:
Linda. I just wanted to congratulate you on being chosen as a torch bearer. I am not familiar with your experienace as an Olympian, so I would like to hear more about it.
…..Susan Rivet:
Congratulations Lind, that is awesome! Where will you be running on October 30, as I would love to be there to cheer you on!
…..Ev Wyatt:
Linda _ Congratulations that is a Huge Honour. You Go Girl….
Linda Said,
July 13, 2009 @ 8:04 am
…..Nasry Nassar:
Hey Linda… how can i be included in this adveture with you?
Linda Said,
July 15, 2009 @ 6:16 am
…..Jackie West Kootenay Brain Injury Association
You’ve got me excited! All the best to you Linda and thank you for your great inspiration.
…..Bobby
Congrats Linda, that is great news and well deserved!! Lots of love
…..Christopher Holleran
“Congratulations on being selected for the run. You are one of the greats!”
…..Brian and Gwen
Hello Linda, Congratulations on being selected as one of the people to carry the Olympic torch. Keep up the good work. Here’s hoping you can run all the way. Love
…..Wendy Clapp
Hi Linda. My warmest congratulations. Cheers,
…..Barbara Abercrombie
Hey, that’s wonderful news. What a very special thing this will be for her.
…..Lil Sheps
Hi Linda, Congratulations on being chosen to carry the Olympic torch and I’m sure you will achieve your goal of a 1 km run with it. I enjoyed your presentation at the recent Penticton meeting. Thank you for all your good work and inspiration. Love.
Linda Said,
July 16, 2009 @ 9:31 am
…..Beverley
Hi Linda, Congratulations! What an honour to be chosen, Linda. Kudos…
It was a surprise to me to hear that you have not been able to run since your accident. Please consider taking some ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE LESSONS. It doesn’t even have to be from me! The other teacher in Victoria is Johanna Godliman at 250-386-8838. Alexander work makes running very very efficient. In fact, if you want the master alexander running man–who has written a book on running using Alex tech, Malcolm Balk is teaching three classes in Vancouver in Sept. Let me know if you are interested in any of the above! (See http://www.theartofrunning.com)
Linda Said,
July 16, 2009 @ 9:34 am
Hey, Beverley, ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE sounds like a good idea. After the car accident the muscles and joints around L5S1 were injured and couldn’t work. After therapy they work again, but the sequencing of the motion probably is out of sync. Knees and hips are complaining already. I’ll call you.