The Winter Olympics have begun, and yet again, the world is in awe of the athletes that compete. I know that I personally have the utmost respect for these incredible contenders. They have put their entire lives into training for their sport, the hours and hours of dedication are unmatched. We watch in awe and excitement at the races and contests that take place before us on the world's stage. As I watch the Olympics, I know I'm always at a loss for complete coherent thoughts. Maybe you'll be able to relate to some.

1. How did they even do that!?!?

Whether it's talking about slopestyle, figure skating, speed skating, giant slalom, super G, halfpipe -- it doesn't matter. It always amazes me, especially since I know how hard snowboarding and ice skating are.

2. They must be freezing.

This can be talking about the athletes as they wait the coaches standing on the sides of the mountains, or the spectators watching all day long.

3. They're going so fast!!!!!

Speed skating, luge, bobsled, skeleton, downhill -- it's actually incredible how these people can keep their balance and not freak out because of the G-forces they must be withstanding.

4. I wonder how loud it actually is there.

The crowd seems loud, but I bet it's actually almost deafening.

5. Curling is on!!!

I'm not sure how or why, but I've grown incredibly fond of curling.

6. Those uniforms cannot be comfortable.

All the tight material uniforms make sense for aerodynamics, but they cannot be comfortable.

7. Wait -- they're how old?!

The US has two gold medalists who aren't even 18. I'm in absolute awe. What have I been doing with my life?

8. All of these Olympics commercials are so uplifting.

I mean seriously, have you been watching them? I never thought a car company and a peanut butter brand could move me so much.

9. Ohhhhh my gosh that's got to hurt.

Whether it's wiping out on skis or a snowboard or falling during ice skating (then seamlessly getting up and continuing to perform completely in sync with their partner!?), or in speed skating, it's all got to hurt.

10. Wow, I love the Olympics.

I love the way the Olympic Games have the ability to bring people from around the world together, and also how at any time of day or night you can turn it on and watch the best of the best compete. When I can't sleep I've been watching curling and hockey.