The next morning was an early one. Noelle invited me along to go see the many interviews she would be apart of. We were given more credentials and escorted into the Media complex. After signing her name on the medals list and a few interviews, she was scheduled for more interviews in the Olympic Village.
After all of the many interviews, we met up with the rest of the family to hang out in the village and watch Noelle’s interview with the today show (Lester Holt). She also was asked to be in a few pictures with Kristi Yamaguchi and Scott Hamilton. She was asked for autographs by a few fans as well.
The medal ceremony was incredible. There were thousands of people there. We were able to be right up front to watch Noelle receiver her medal. It was amazing to share the experience with her. Katy Uhleander, who took 4th by only .04 seconds, was there to support Noelle as well. We gave her a hug and thanked her for being there. It was emotional for her because she was so close to a medal.
We were finally able to see Noelle for the first time after receiving her medal. We met her behind the USA house. We got a few pictures, then we were escorted into the USA house where they acknowledged Noelle and her medal. Mom, Dad and I then took the kids who were extremely tired back to the apartment for bed. Jared and Jodi stayed to watch more interviews. Unfortunately, I had taken Janson’s credentials and he was having a hard time getting through security. Noelle ultimately gave him the Silver medal around his neck and he was able to get through with flying colors along with some pictures with the local security guards. What an end to a very long, exciting day!!! CONGRATS NOELLE!!!
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