PJ and Edson

We have some friends here from the states. Our house has been a "home" for several young kids through out the years. Vivi, Amy, Emilia, Ben, Jason, and so many more on a shorter term stay...weeks, weekends, days, etc. Well, we have had proposals in our home, love-calls, emails and now even skype for the travellers (in love).

My story revolves around PJ who ended up marrying Amy and they are now visiting Paraguay for Emilia's wedding.

PJ has a wonderful gift of bonding with little kids. He bonded many years ago with Brandon and Gaby when they were little and now he and Edson have a special kind of friendship. Three years ago, Edson (and PJ) were so content to be together. Edson was a sleepy little 2 month old while PJ held him (at another wedding). PJ is so patient and will listen to a Spanish/English slur by a 3 year old in such a comprehensive way. Edson knows he is listening and can trust PJ with his stories. PJ pulls Edson up on his lap and of course, Edson knows that he's won a friend! Yes, we are thankful for PJ!

Well the funny thing is...Edson can't say PJ. He says "Pinche". Pinche means several things in Spanish. When I looked it up in the Larousse dictionary I was amazed at the different meanings. Each country has its own translations of this word and how it's used. Here in Paraguay, it could be a tack, a thistle or a pinch.

So whenever Edson calls for "Pinche" we all kind of laugh a little. But we know they both have a special bond!