Shopping in a South Africa mall

This morning, I was about to do some work when Adrian and Annebe invited me to the mall. I quickly jumped on it as I believe in contributing to the local economy so we headed for my first shopping experience. We visited a place which has a giant supermarket, all the typical department stores and several small one-table businesses that sell everything from souvenirs to jewelry and other trinkets. I bought two vuvuzelas, one for Jambita and one for Margie’s silent auction, from a lady who told me that she had the best prices in the mall. After some fierce bargaining (mostly by her), I paid 10 Rand more than what a guy was asking for just a few steps away. You are expected to bargain… I love it.

We picked up veggies, juice and other items and got back to the hotel where I am workingand watching New Zealand vs. Slovakia. In the first half, Slovakia’s attackers sensed that it was easy to infiltrate the New Zealand’s defense so all of them wanted to score the winning goal. Finally, at the start of the second half, by passing the ball around, Slovakia scores via a beautiful header. With 20 minutes to go, New Zealand is working hard and not letting Slovakia get their second goal. In the 70 minute, #7 (Slovakia) who first pushes the opponent, tries to fool the referee into giving the opponent a caution. The referee working with the fourth official determines that the only action needed is a verbal warning for #7… good referee teamwork, well done. New Zealand generates few opportunities but with 30 seconds to go, it ties the score with another great header… the game is never over until the last whistle blows!!

Last word for now… check this link to see a video by the Lego toy company.