The girls did not see the snow until the morning of the 13th. By 7AM they were fully outfitted. Mom and Dad had to work, while Talin was "sick", so that she and Alma could play. Talin loved the snow. Alma has yet to make up her mind. The snow was deep and thick enough that Alma kept getting stuck where she was. We figure by "sledding" season, she'll come around.
About six inches of the fluffy stuff (actually a heavy, wet snow) fell. Great for snowball fights. Lots of tree damage as the leaves had yet to fall off, in fact we lost a small tree as it fell in our driveway.
Futbol - This Wednesday Jim was fortunate enough to attend Bosnia v. Spain World Cup qualifying match in Zenica, about an hour north of Sarajevo. Spain had already clinched first in the group, Bosnia second (see further explanation below), so little at stake except pride. Bosnia had plenty of it, unfortunately, Spain (#1 team in the world) had the better futbol team. Despite the 5-2 loss, Bosnian fans in full chanting and singing mode throughout. It was impressive to see Spain play, making the US victory over Spain this summer seem that much more incredible.
A few days before Bosnia v. Spain, Bosnia had traveled to Estonia for a World Cup qualifier. By winning that game, Bosnia assured themselves of at least a shot of qualifying for the World Cup. I continue to mention futbol (soccer), as it has been the dominant theme for this nation of late. The victory set off a city-wide celebration that we were fortunate enough to witness. Our good friends Sean and Dianna were also in town to share this experience with us.
Tyvand's and Egusa's enjoying ourselves at a downtown cafe watching Bosnia v. Estonia. 
Rug and artifact shop just off the main promenade in Old Town (Bascarsija District)
People of Sarajevo streaming into the Old Town District after the victory over Estonia. A source of immense national pride as arguably the most positive national event following the 92-95 war. 
Scene from a mosque during the evening call to prayer (approximately 9:30PM
We were very fortunate to have our good friends, the Eguasa's, as visitors last week. As you now know, they could not have picked a better time. Thursday evening (their first day) started with a visit to a local Bosnian restaurant on the river, Imidz. They spent Friday downtown exploring, and then joined us that evening for a party at the British Ambassadors residence (sponsored by the school's Parent Organization). Saturday was a staff BBQ (The 75 degree one), then Saturday night downtown for futbol and celebration. 
Jim and Sean enjoying the downtown revelry.
Scenes from Old Town. Above, Catholic Church (steps from an Orthodox Church, and many Mosques). Below, Bosnia fan celebrating at the eternal flame.
Posing in front of the School Logo. Yep, we work in Sarajevo.
