¨Yo hablo un poco español.¨ I speak a little spanish. This has become one of the main phrases I use when going out anywhere. When I walk into a store and the sales people run up to me and start speaking really fast in spanish, I ususally wait until they finish and then say that line. It's actually really fun. It usually gets a different reaction each time. Some people look at me funny and then walk away, and others start talking really fast to me again like they don't realize I just said I don't speak much spanish.
I was told before coming that I was probably going to feel like I was 5 again. Well I got thinking about it and decided that was inaccurate. I feel more like 2 most days because 5 year olds can atleast make a sentence when they speak. It's actually quite fun though for the most part. There is plenty of dictionary passing, and I think I will have some wicked Charades skills when I get home next year.
Life in Paraguay has been so exciting for me. I was out for dinner the other night and when I wasn't trying to have conversation I just sat and thought about where I am, and if my friends could only see me now. It's truly amazing the way God has blessed my time here so far.
I had my last spanish lesson today!! And am supposed to be starting work on Monday. Well as of right now I have no idea what I am doing or where I need to be - I guess this is another act of patience!! And if you knew me before you would know I am not a super patient person!! I guess we'll have to see what God has instore for me next.
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Hey Ruth,
ReplyDeleteI hope you are enjoying your time. Soon you'll find the need for Charades less and you'll be talking like a pro. I found that the little kids helped with my language skills, they tend to be a little more patient sometimes.
Becca Willms
(former Radical Journey Participant, Tim Froese sent me your blog)
Well at least your potty trained...the three year old in my house is just starting that. One thought...it is also about taking initiative as well as waiting to see what God has instore for you next. I am sure you are taking initiative, like practicing using your language skills, and this a great part of the formation.
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