Italy is soccer heaven!

So I had to make this post. I'm sitting here in my office at my university and I have a great view of an area where a bunch of the undergrads take breaks in between class. Here in Italy, there isn't much of a concept of a "campus" as we in America have. Buildings are spread out so students essentially hang out at the buildings where they have all their classes. So during this break, a bunch of students are outside just juggling around with a soccer ball. It amazes me that some of these guys look like average joes (with their italian style and aviator sunglasses) but they can juggle with some mad skill. Soccer, or calcio as it's known here in Italy, is not just a sport but it's the life passion of most people here. I've never seen so many soccer balls spread out in one city in my life. I'm trying to find a local sporting club where I can join some kind of rec team. My co-workers are also trying to organize a match for us. Thank god my mom is bringing my soccer boots when she comes this Saturday!