Sermon on the Mound

Hola!
The day started out by introducing yet another culture to the group; la FRENCH Toast! :) Following the delectable breakfast, the crew then dressed to impress in their Sunday best. We then headed off to the first church service of the day, which was held in a rented upper flat in downtown Santiago. The small congregation made us all feel very welcome and we were introduced to new Spanish hymns. Following the service, our tummies were grumbling and we set out for some authentic Dominican cuisine at a local restaurant. Delicacies such as chicken, pork, varieties of rice, fried bananas, and much more were thoroughly enjoyed. Later on in the day, after a quick siesta, we filed into the van and headed to the baseball field in Palmar Arriba. As we ventured to the baseball field, the local children eagerly awaited our arrival. The famous BLC "Brew Crew" stepped up to the plate, literally. Our group played against a team of skilled Dominican teenagers who gave us a run for our money, to say the least. The neighborhood scrapped up a rambunctious group of youngsters who created a great brouhaha. We soon realized it was time for our evening worship service. We ended our baseball time by distributing beanie babies to the children. It was then time for the second service, which proved to have a more youthful and upbeat atmosphere. Following both of the services, hugs were exchanged among everyone in the congregation.

For dinner, following the service, garlic bread was served that exceeded expectations and rivaled the hometown Mamma Mia's. We're off to devos, chocolate cake, and resting up for a big day of work tomorrow!

Feliz Dia De Los Padres! (Happy Father's Day!)

-Your BLC Bloggaz*

*We have a new addition to our Bloggin' Crew, who will be unveiled by the end of the week. Stay tuned for clues as to who this new kid on the block is.