Yesterday I met a real Berliner: born and raised in Berlin and never been away for more than 4 weeks. I joined a tandem language site to practice my Spanish and begin to take baby steps in German. I admit that it sounds super sketch but as far as I know, many people do it and the meetings take place at public places. My guest house mate disapproves. He thinks I'm naive, but for two hours, I chatted with a total stranger about German, Chinese, and food (of course, there was a whole 15 minutes about bread alone). I admit it was not THAT interesting but it made aware of the different types of people who live in Berlin.
The more exciting part of yesterday was the football game between Germany and Australia. Summary: Germany kicked some major Australian ass. This is THE most exciting football game I've ever watched (yes yes I admit, I'm one of those people spoiled with basketball where there is at least a basket everyone minute... so I always considered soccer to pale in comparison... why would I want to watch people run back and forth? makes me tired just to watch...) BUT but but (before you football/soccer people starting harping) I'm gradually changing my mind. Some shots and moves in football are quite beautiful and it is harder than it looks (even though I say, the goal is that big, why can't they just make it?). At this rate, I'll get beat up talking like this in Europe. Don't worry, I lay low when watching the games: I clarify first which team is wearing which color and cheer when the others do. We went to watch the game at a bar in Prenzlauer Berg; atmosphere was joyful and patriotic. Black, red, and gold/yellow dominated completely. Each of the four goals were greeted with loud roars, horn-blowing, screaming and excessive beer spilling as everyone stood up and fist pumped! Good time for Deutscheland!
LILY
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