It's Fearless Friday! Go With The Win! · The Remarkable Man Project

It's Fearless Friday! Go With The Win!

I have to be straight up with you, I was not on board with Vancouver's being one of the Canadian cities to host the world cup.

The outrageous expense and costs of prepping and hosting these games push the bill to near $1Billion. It's a financial legacy that could haunt the city for years to come.

In fact, many hotels and venues were beginning to squirm with below 60% vacancy rates and poor ticket sales due to exorbitant prices.

However, since the games started last week and event leading up to Canada's crushing win yesterday, Vancouver has been more alive than when we hosted the Olympics in 2010. The whole world is here and also watching. The city and surrounding areas are packed with tourists and game enthusiast.

This is on par with the Calgary Stampede and the infectious city vibe that it has. I predict that Vancouver's net gain from this will be incredible. Showcasing the Jewel of the West Coast in all its splendour with incredible weather does not hurt either.

I say all this because I was wrong to prejudge a situation. Plus, I also didn't see it succeeding. I didn't think many international fans would come. But have they ever! So it goes to show you that things can work out in spite of the pessimism and down playing I got caught up in.

I'm glad I am wrong. I am happy for Vancouver, the fans, the businesses, and the legacy that will come from this.

Where else can I see more optimism in my life? Where else could I be wrong about my outlook, and instead see the good that's possible?

Have a Remarkable weekend Brother!

Coach Dwayne

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It's Fearless Friday! Go With The Win!