Google rocks.

 "The practice of sport is a human right. Every individual must have the possibility of practicing sport, without discrimination of any kind and in the Olympic spirit, which requires mutual understanding with a spirit of friendship, solidarity and fair play." –Olympic Charter

 Google's not so subtle message to the International Olympic Committee warmed my heart. It is impossible for many of us to participate in the excitement of these Olympic games because of the social implications of supporting a country that openly condones and encourages the violation of the basic human rights of its own citizens. 

Gay people, lesbian people, bi-sexual people, Trans* people are a part of every culture; whether ignored or celebrated. 

I love that I live in a country where there is room for all of us.  It's a place where our government and businesses are bad-ass enough to take a mature international stand on behalf of our people. 

God bless America and Google.