Now safely back in the US of A, jet lag fading slowly away, stories of the times we had just a week ago already getting old and worn with hyperbole, I’ve had time to reflect on our excursion, let what seemed like a hazy dream sink into reality. The trip had something for everyone, as [...]
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1 Jul
Them Fightin’ Americans
In South Africa, surprisingly, there are few major differences when compared to the United States. People act the same, dress the same, have similar humor, listen to similar music, and, in general, have similar aspirations. Streets are named Florida, Orlando, and Orange, and the landscape and climate are similar to what you’d fine in the United States. [...]
30 Jun
The Lions Slept That Night
USA’s surprising first place finish in Group C put us in a bit of a predicament: we had fully expected to see the American squad, if they advanced, playing the 4 pm Sunday game in Bloemfontaine just before our last ticketed match at 8:30 that night. Instead, Donovan’s last minute rebounder had lifted the [...]
