Location: Aswan, Egypt
While sailing the Nile River on a felucca, we stopped by at a small Egyptian village.
A few kids were juggling a flat bouncy ball in a little donkey pushcart alleyway, so I was able to join in with them for a few minutes of fun. In my jellabiya, I wasn’t exactly graceful, and I very nearly embarassingly fell multiple times!
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Laura
11 years ago
I loved Aswan and this looks like fun! I’ve talked to so many people on my travels who have connected with locals through the use of a soccer ball. It’s amazing how little the language barrier matters then!
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
Awesome Laura. Yes, especially in Africa where many guys have “football fever” it can be a great way to connect and fit in – and make friends!
50+ and on the Run
11 years ago
Every time, every trip, those ordinary moments with people are the best part of the experience. Thanks for posting.
Nancy
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
No problem Nancy, thanks for taking a look as well.
Joshywashington
11 years ago
Great pic. It looks like you are having a hell of a time trying to juggle that ball in that voluminous garment though…!
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
Thanks Joshy – man it was a lot of fun!
Arti
11 years ago
Its really moments like these which we remember from our journeys. Really simple but sharing a laugh and game with the locals is so much fun.
Have a fabulous week ahead Mark:)
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
I fully agree Arti! Even more than the famous monuments, it’s these moments that are so memorable on any trip! Thanks, hope you have a great week too Arti.
Adrian B.
11 years ago
I’ve never tried playing football in dress before, but it looks like quite a challenge! 🙂
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
Definitely was!