Olympic Flame

We got up early to watch the Olympic Flame pass along Penzance Promenade.  I was surprised at how many people were already lined up each side of the road. The  feeling was carnival and the good natured gossip increased as we all waited in sunshine and a stiff wind. All cynicism seemed to have been put aside for a once in a lifetime chance to see the flame practically pass our doorsteps. Police presence was huge and as the outriders and all the accompanying entourage  came into view heralding the torch bearer the excitement  rippled and grew.

Sometimes I think we are so busy snapping the moment we are in danger of missing it, but here are my not very good photographs of the moment. I firmly believe that Cornwall started the good will and had a ripple effect on all the crowds  gathered to watch the torch bearers down the line.

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