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Proper Football

Posted on October 31, 2007 by Adam J. Copeland

Hearts

Megan and I attended, as Kathryn says, “a proper football” match this past weekend between Hearts (of Edinburgh) and Kilmarnock (of Kilmarnock).

Unfortunately, the family team Hearts lost 3-1. I can’t exactly say it was a well-played game, but I’ll blame that on the soggy pitch and windy weather.

Matching Beginning

Viewing the match as an example of Scottish ritual, however, is fascinating. Just as college (American) football in the south is often called a religion, so too might Scottish football. One certainly feels affirmed when rooting for a win with hundreds of others. Wearing the particular colors of a team identifies one as a true follower. And the liturgy. Well, let’s just say I haven’t heard phrases that colorful in church.

We hope to attend another match or two, perhaps in Edinburgh the true mecca for Hearts fans. Until then, I might be stuck with Ayr United games.

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Moving from Vox?

Posted on October 31, 2007 by Adam J. Copeland

This is a test post as I consider whether to move my blog from Vox to WordPress. I love the cleaner look of wordpress, and though I’m still not used to the format, I think it presents more options for blogging. Also, there’s not the silly burden of becoming a member before one posts a comment.

Now I’m going to try to add an image…

Ella

And another way: Ella Joy

Well that was easy enough. There’s good options for photos as well, and uploading other context is simple.

Hmm, well I shall continue to consider my options.  I’m also going to look into wordpress and facebook and how they’ll work with each other.

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