Who knew that the classic gospel/slave hymn Swing Low was the song for the English National Rugby team? And their fans sing it with such passion... it really was heartbreaking to watch England lose in the finals of the 2007 Rugby world cup last night. It was a close game, which made it exciting for me, but a few new friends who know the game infinitely better tell me it wasn't the best they've seen. I guess it lacked action, but don't the championship games always? I find that the playoffs are typically much more exciting and dramatic, and then everyone plays it safe for "the big one" ... At any rate: for the third weekend in a row Mullen and I (and Kirsten and Liz too) dragged ourselves out to Itaewon in the middle of the night to watch England play in the Rugby World Cup. A coworker of Andrea's is from England and rivals me for most impressive/dedicated female sports fan. (For those of you who have seen me at a Dodger game - you know that's impressive). Mostly it was just amazing to be in a competitive sports atmosphere and to root for a team with your (new) friends. And even though the boys couldn't pull it off in the end (South Africa played an impressive game) I still enjoyed the night. The cheering, the singing, and the traditional breakfast at McDonalds as the sun comes up. Good times and good sports with good new friends. But next time it's Monday Night Football and MY team.... ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?
Peace,
Erica
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