Now let's just say that I have amassed a LOT of sports memories in my days. While there have been many awesome victories and team bonding moments, I can honestly say that this past Friday was one of my favorite sports memories yet. The American team we had down here last week from the Kansas City area was great, plus they had many athletes. Thus, the incredibly active group wanted to do something sports-related during their free time on Friday afternoon. When the local kids asked if we would like to play football (what we call soccer) with them at the Harmons playfields, the Americans were delighted. Twenty minutes later, I found myself playing striker in a large, rather intense game. It started off being the team, myself, and a few of my Jamaican friends against the other locals, but the teams continuously morphed until we were all blended together. The competition was great, the light rainfall was refreshing, and I overheard quite a few laughs and conversations between the Americans and Jamaicans. It was really touching to see everyone bond over that soccer match. After seeing the joy in every player that day, I completely understand what Tim wrote about in his latest blog about soccer uniting cultures. We are so fortunate to have a God that gives us these awesome opportunities to compete and unite with one another.
Sleep with the Angels! Kelsey
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