About time: "on time" doesn't seem to exist. I went to a Christian concert with the Tates' last night which was about sexual purity. There were musicians, skits, and a pastor who spoke. this concert was supposed to start at 6pm but didn't until about 8pm. I couldn't believe it! This concert was held at a soccer stadium and there were thousands upon thousan
ds of Ecuadorians. This was the epitome of culture shock. I'm not sure what time the concert was over but we left about 10:30 and it was still going on strong! I understood most of what was said by the pastor and the actors who did the skits but only if I was looking at them and paying close attention. If I turned my head and looked in a different direction, all understanding was lost! It is pretty frustrating.
When I talk to native speakers for the most part they are very understanding and slow down when I give them "the look". I'm sure you all know what "the look" is. Eyes glazed over with blank stare. Yeah I have gotten used to wearing this look.
All in all I have had a great couple days here and I can't wait to post more and read your responses. And as they say in Ecuador "Que el Dios te bendiga".
Hey Patmon! I'm so excited for the work you are doing in Ecaudor! I hope you have a great and very safe time and thanks for keeping us updated on the blog!
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Hey Jennifer,
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you are having a good time. It sounds like you don't have to worry about arriving late to an event if they never start on time. I'm sure the concert was a blessing. Keep us post on new events!
Amy
Yeah time is very flexible here that is for sure. The concert was pretty cool.
ReplyDeleteHaha... the look. That is funny :)
ReplyDeleteOh P.S. this is Shannon. I forgot I had signed my account as Marie. I left one comment before and couldn't figure out how to sign with my blog name. Now I have. Love you girl. Keep up the blogs b/c I love hearing bout your story over there.
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