We are finally through the security check point. I couldn't believe how nice and polite those security personnel were. I was surprised because that kind of attitude doesn't always happen; maybe only on TV or on airplane commercials. The people in those clips always meet you with perfect smile (with only showing 6 teethes) and with polite gestures. These Olympic Village officers were very kind and happy to greet us, even though some of the old people were actually mean to them. I just hope that this kind of attitude will not just last only for one day but will continue in the next few weeks because that is the right way to show the Olympic spirit.

It is me again holding the Austrian board and behind me is the stage where the welcoming ceremony will take place tomorrow, with also the flag-raising event. The people are still rehearsing for tomorrow’s event.