Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Another interesting day

Today we went with Ruben to Bethel or Betel as it is pronouced here. It was a trip and a holf to get there by subway and very busy because lots of people use the subway in the week. The Bethel is under construction and so in a bit of a state but still nice and peaceful compared to the busy streets. We left Ruben at 4p.m because we had a date with a family from his congregation at 4.30 however when they still had not arrived by 5.30 we went back to our room planning an early night. Not to be. They arrived at about 6 and then we had a trip to get their daughter at the university she attends. She is the only one that speaks any english so we muddled along for about an hour. It was fine though - our electronic translater came in very handy. We were supposed to be going to a market where they sell gorgeous stuff but as we were then late and the traffic was horrendous we didn´t get there but headed for another suburb - where we stopped at a resurante and had some of Chile´s favorite dish - sandwiches. The dad was going to travel to his parents house 6 hours by bus that night but was not in any hurry and seemed to enjoy our company. They are hospitable. Mark just said he has never hugged so many guys! They learned we are leaving on Thursday so said they we must not expect to sleep on Wednesday night. Big Party time.
Ruben will be here soon to take us to the market so we must away.
Adios!

3 comments:

Marisa said...

I didn't even know they had a subway in Chile! Have fun at the markets - post some pics of your purchases!!

The Kinlocher's said...

Whoa you better get a good night sleep on Tuesday night and then a siesta on Wednesday afternoon. Have a great party - just remember all those dancing lessons you and Mark had and you will wow the natives!
We look forward to seeing the purchases too.
Mother Birtles says "Glad you are having a lovely time - I knew you would"
Keep the blog messages coming.

The Scottys said...

Sounds to us there is a lot of partying going on!
Glad to see you are all well looked after and that others are pampering you for a change.
Funny about mark getting hugs from many brothers.
Terry said to me that he doesn't get to hug other guys, but Mark managed to hug terry b4 he left tauranga.
your a NATURAL MARK.
Look forward to hugs from both of you when you get back.
Arohanui
THE SCOTTS