More visitors to Seinajoki

We had our second group of visitors here in Finland this past week. Paul and Nina were here for a few days visiting from Wales. Paul went to school with Estalita back in the 80's when she was living in England. Nina is Paul's girlfriend, and it was our first time meeting and getting to know her. We had a really nice time together during their two day stay in Seinajoki. They brought us some of our favorite goodies from England including some English chocolate bars, fish and chip batter, custard powder, mushie pea mix, (which we all have agreed is an acquired taste) and some other unique treats. Thanks again Paul and Nina for coming out for a visit.
The weather has been beautiful here this week with mostly clear skies and warm sunny days. We made it to one of the local lakes twice this week for some swimming. The kids and Estalita go back to the states next weekend, so we are trying to enjoy some time outside before they leave Finland.
We have had a decent week of practice in preparation for our home game vs. the Helsinki Wolverines on Saturday afternoon. The Wolverines beat us the first time around and they have some very talented players on their team. They have two quality running backs and a big play receiver too. Their starting tailback played at UCLA and he is leading the league in rushing yards. We need to win this game in our quest for home field advantage in the playoffs. We have some key players out with injuries right now, but we did bring in a defensive end who we have been working to sign for some time now. Shaun Smith joined our team in time for our Thursday evening practice. Shaun is from Great Britain, but has NFL Europe experience and also a stint with the Carolina Panthers of the NFL last season. Tomorrow will be his first game with the Crocodiles.

Enjoying a coffee while waiting for Paul and Nina at the train station

Paul giving it a go on some stilts at the park

Taking a break after some fun at the park

Getting ready for the train ride back to Helsinki

Lights out.