After many years of debate, planning, and construction, the day is finally upon us. The 2010 Winter Olympic Games kick off today in Vancouver and Whistler, so be sure to watch the Opening Ceremonies this evening from BC Place Stadium. With that in mind, let’s dedicate today’s speedlink to the Olympic spirit.

Earlier this week, Ed Lau packed up his camera gear and chased the Olympic flame around Richmond. He wasn’t satisfied with seeing it just once, so he followed the torch bearers as they navigated their way around the Vancouver suburb. Some great shots there, Ed!

Heading to downtown Vancouver, John Biehler went on quite the adventure. He had the opportunity to ride the zipline over Robson Street and he shot a video of the experience too! If you’re in the area, you can ride the zipline for free today!

Heading closer to the water, Gus Digital gives us a brief explanation of the Vectoral Elevation, which is a part of the Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad. Not only can you see this piece of spotlight artwork online in real time, you can actually submit your own designs and have the lights point the way you want too.

Shifting gears away from the Olympics, Damien Riley takes us for a trip through his time machine. In his post, he considers what his life (and the world) will be like in 2012, 2022, 2032, and 2042. Where will you be thirty years from now?

Do you work from home? Lexi Rodrigo has a great post up on Freelance Folder discussing five bad work-at-home habits that you will want to avoid. Do you work in your pajamas? Are you skipping your vacation time? If so, you may want to change things up!