It’s not often that I single an individual out for any sort of congratulations.  But in this case, Joannie Rochette, I take my hat off to you.  In light of your personal hardship with respect to the sudden and tragic passing of your mother four days ago, you competed in the Olympics and displayed a bottomless courage in doing so.  The icing on the cake was the bronze medal, yet even if you had finished last your performance was truly inspiring.