I was invited across the street to our neighbors house for a beer. The neighbors directly across from us are a very nice couple. He is French and she is African. Eric has spent quite a bit of time in the US and speaks English very well. He wife, Evelyn, speaks less English than I do French. They have 3 boys, the oldest two speak very good english and the youngest is learning english in school.
When I went for the drink I took Samuel with me as Julia was taking a nap. We took a few of Samuel's toys with us so he would have something to play with and not play with and break their belongings. After a few courtesies, Eric and I sat on their terrace with Samuel and their youngest son, Lucas, who was tasked with watching Samuel. Evelyn joined us after a few minutes and Samuel approached her handing her one of his toys and saying something that I did not understand. They both turned to me and said that Samuel was saying tienne (not sure of spelling) but it is french for hold or take. I was amazed and a little embarrassed. I thought it would be a few more years before Samuel was speaking better French than I.
Also a good sports day. The Denver Broncos(American football) won again are a perfect 4-0 for the season. Chelsea also beat the Liverpool swimming and diving club 2-0 to regain their rightful spot atop the English premier league.
Yes, a very good day indeed.
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