Another "must" was checked off last night as I went to my first futbol (soccer) game to see Vida, one of Ceiba's two professional teams, take on another team. It was such an interesting experience, starting when we bought the tickets - women and kids get to pay half of the price that guys pay to get in- there were little boys (ages 10-13) running around trying to sell us cerveza or pizza hut, a fence around the field that people would jump on and shake when Vida scored a goal, how incredibly... um, vocal.. the crowd was throughout the entire game, and even in how roughly they played soccer! Overall, it was a really fun night - and I'm glad I had the opportunity to go!
The most random experience though, was when we were walking around the stadium to meet some friends, and all the sudden this guy called out to Jarrod - and they go over and greet each other and start talking... Erin and I were left standing there in shock! Jarrod has been in the country for less than 24 hours and he was running into people he knows already? It turned out to be a man named Angel, who sat next to Jarrod on his plane ride here.
For those who care, the game ended in a tie, 1-1.
Viva Vida!
The most random experience though, was when we were walking around the stadium to meet some friends, and all the sudden this guy called out to Jarrod - and they go over and greet each other and start talking... Erin and I were left standing there in shock! Jarrod has been in the country for less than 24 hours and he was running into people he knows already? It turned out to be a man named Angel, who sat next to Jarrod on his plane ride here.
2 comments:
steph,
it sounds like so much life is happening with you there. so so wonderful. praise God!
love reading your posts and knowing what's going on. will keep praying for God's hand of blessing to guide and keep you in the center of His will.
i love you, chikin! and will look forward to seeing you again. hopefully in 6 months, eh? i'll be back in the states by the end of august, i'm thinking. mwah
ruthie
Steph:
It sounds like your having lots of fun there. But, who is this Jarrod (for those of us who only get to read your blog occasionally). Tell us a little more about this Jarrod person. What is some of his background and how well do you know him? If you have already answered these questions on your earlier writings then I appologize. I am just concerned that your hanging with the right croud.
Sincerely,
A concerned dad
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