http://yaomingmania.disqus.com/enSat, 09 Aug 2008 08:23:00 -0000http://www.yaomingmania.com/blog/2008/08/09/team-usa-excited-to-play-in-the-largest-sporting-event-ever-against-china#comment-4825861The opening ceremony was magnificent. Many people are calling it the best ever and I wouldn't be surprised if it was. <br><br>What I liked best was how they eschewed cliched images of China like dragons, pandas, kung-fu, the Great Wall, etc., and instead focused on other important facets of Chinese culture. Also, I liked how they refrained from showing off the "warrior" or aggressive face of Chinese culture, and instead sent forth an elegant message full of warmth and humanity.<br><br>Finally, it was great to see Yao at the head of the pack!JamesSat, 09 Aug 2008 08:23:00 -0000