Sunday we went to the Real Sociedad game vs Getafe. In la Liga standings, Erreala is in 13th place, and Getafe in 17 or algo así. We decided to meet at the Churrería across from the stadium since we were coming from different buses. I wasn't exactly sure what bus-stop to wait at, but the handful of people in their Real Sociedad jerseys gave me a good idea. I love the fraternity that team spirit builds. The bus was packed with people heading to the game. When I got the the Churrería, my friends barely noticed me because I blended in with my jersey. Ohh yeahhh! Our seats were in the 7th row, behind the goal and only cost us 25 euros. Sure, we couldn't se their faces very well, but we got a good view of the action coming at the goal. And I was sure to jump up and yell --in Spanish of course-- when the ref made a bad call. Didn't learn any of the chants really, except for the most basic "Real! Real! Real!" It ended in a 0-0 tie. Not bad...but not good. It was a good first game experience though. Hopefully next time I go we'll bring home a victoria.Today I had 2 writing midterms: in Cultura y Civilización and Track IV. That was a real joy. I wrote about Don Quijote, The Basque Calendar, The Basque Home/Etxea in olden days, and Witches vs Inquisition. At least the topics were interesting to me. And tonight our friend Jenn who lives in a piso (apartment) is cooking us her grandma's spaghetti. Precious! Afterwards we'll hit the town to celebrate a classmate's birthday, the end of Midterms, and tomorrow's holiday-- Día del País Vasco/Euskadiko Eguna!
