Kob called and picked us both up. Now I must point out that I don't intend to go every week as there are some things that only boys should do! But, as moral support, thought it would be a good idea to go to his first night. We also needed to check out the route as we had no idea where it was. Turns out it's just off the main road that runs past Robinson and it's an amazing complex. There's an ornamental lake with seating for dining, a couple of covered pitches and some open ones.
When we got there Ton had ordered beer and then food for us. Mr John was looking rather worried and was fearful of being sick before he'd even started running! There were about 20 guys who all knew each other and apparently are all shrimp farmers. One of the guys girlfriend goes every week and she speaks very good English, so I wasn't even on my own. She ordered cake for the two of us.. yes, there's even a coffee shop here!
So the guys play 7 minutes a half, I think, and winner stays on. They were all so friendly and there were varying levels of English spoken. Liniment was in good supply and I thought Mr John handled himself very well, unfortunately hitting the cross bar so no goals yet, though I should point out he mostly played in a defending position.
Got to say the funniest thing was when we got home, Mr John still dripping with sweat, the water had gone off. Luckily I'd filled some empty bottles with water last time it went off so he had a "two lemonade shower". Needless to say the air was a bit blue. Funnier still....it came back on just before we went to bed.
As you will have noticed, my routine is a bit out this week but guess normal services will resume next week. Mr John has another day off tomorrow and this weekend we're going to the beach with friends. Have a lovely weekend everyone.
I have been reliably informed by Mr John that it's 20 minutes a game!
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