Thursday, March 6, 2008

Primera Cena

Our feet moved and our eyes were open, but both were heavy from the lack of sleep in the past 24 hours. How would we make it through a long dinner on our first night here in Spain? How were we going to have the energy to attempt conversation in another language?


All twenty of us (13 in our group, 6 of the church leaders, and our new friend and translator) sat down in a golden-yellow room, eyes gaping at the spread of appetizers layed out before us. Carne y manchego y pan y potatos y pescado y muchas otros cosas. And that was just the start of it!

By the time the main course arrived, our heavy eyes were bright, and conversation flowed like the vino y agua. Somehow the fear and anxiousness of conversing in a foreign tongue had been lifted and even the quietest of the group was brave in talking and quick at making friends.

When we arrived back at the hotel later in the evening, spirits were high and hopeful for the day ahead.

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4 comments:

tim said...

hey guys... me speakee no castellano but the layout looks quite appetizing. i pray that God blesses you with rest and the ability to have an incredible impact as you connect to the leaders and their vision for sevilla!

Anonymous said...

I'm so happy that you guys are there and things are going well. I've been praying for you. I CAN'T WAIT to hear about it when you return!! TAke care of my friends over there!!!
Jenny

Mike said...

I hope that as you get settled in and rested up the bonds grow strong with your new Spanish friends. I pray that God blesses your time there and the fruits of your labor abound! Enjoy!!

Anonymous said...

What up HCL!!! Praying for strength, patience and an unbelievable encounter with the Lord. Miss you and can't wait to hear all about it.
M