It's that wonderful, once-every-four-year time for various winter sports events that will keep most people glued to their TV and checking results even if they're not typically self-described 'sports' people; the Winter Olympics, set to take place in Sochi, Russia. The winter Olympics tends to be more popular than the summer Olympics for any number of reasons, mostly the events are faster paced, more are based on subjective judgment, rather than just speed and at any moment something could throw a favorite into a tailspin and an underdog could emerge. Across the country in the Pacific Northwest, haling from Washington state are sibling dynamos Erik (22) and Sadie Bjornsen (24) competing in the Nordic Skiing event. The siblings grew-up learning down-hill skiing, but switched to cross-country skiing and they've achieved great success transitioning to the Nordic Skiing event. Nordic Skiing combines competition in cross-country skiing, ski jumping, Nordic combined-cross country racing with jumping, and biathlon- cross country skiing combined with target shooting with a rifle. Not surprisingly typical Olympic gold-medal winners are Norse, with the occasional sprinkling of other Euro/Asia countries associated with cold-climates such as Finland, Switzerland, Germany and Russia. Do you need a piece of jewelry that can brave the elements and look great whether wearing jeans or a suit? For men Van Scoy Diamonds carries this very masculine and aesthetic ceramic and tungsten bracelet. The hidden clasp blends in with the links of the bracelet for a polished look that will be long lasting and an excellent designer piece for any occasion. For ladies, Van Scoy Diamonds is proud to carry one of the most elite, trademarked cut diamonds available, the Phantom105. These diamonds aren't just for engagement rings, they look fabulous and will blend well in any business or cocktail event when worn in this setting of halo, diamond stud earrings. Sleek and aerodynamic, Shani Davis is the next 'it' guy for speed skating. Everyone was astounded when Apollo Ohno blasted onto the scene, but this may be the year for Shani Davis, who has already seen Olympic victories at the '06 and '10 Olympics, to really make a name for himself as he could become the first male athlete to win three straight Olympic golds in any event. Do you need to keep track of your own time and speed, need something durable and stylish? Then Lum-Tec has several watches to fit the bill, such as this Lum-Tec M Chronograph with black leather band, stainless steel casing, double sided anti-reflective coating and world-renowned Lum-Tec glow for easy reading on a cream-face this watch will look great for any guy. Contemporary styling combined with the classic beauty of diamonds and pearls brings this lady's pendant to the forefront when it comes to Honora jewelry carried by Van Scoy Diamonds. The pendant is is 18K white gold, with diamonds and 6.5-8mm white freshwater pearls. Notice how the chain is set with pendant, it's not a typical slide as it's centered with duel chains, very exquisite and unique. Easily one of the most popular winter-Olympic events is the woman's figure skating competition. For this show one of the favorites from the United States is Gracie Gold. Gold just recently won her first national championship just this past January in Boston, hopefully she'll be primed to set the rink a-blaze with her graceful spins. Figure skating is about pageantry, technicality and subjectively demonstrating your performance was better than your competitor. Nearly nothing can match the brilliance and vibrancy of this mens genuine London Topaz 14 k yellow gold ring accented with two brilliant cut diamonds on each side. Much like how the blades of skates will cut swirling paths across the polished ice to the triple podium for three lucky women, this ARTCARVED three-stone, semi-mount engagement ring reflects a fanciful floral pattern in a satin finish of white gold. As a semi-mount ring the center diamond is not included, but that just means you can visit our loose diamond section to find the best diamond to fit your budget. Find the piece that will let that special person in your life know that when it comes to your heart, they've taken home the gold.