Third Annual Welcome Home Dinner - July 22, 2006
2005-06 Outbounds Share the Stories of their Exchanges
Laughter and tears, smiles and wonder, a Russian mini-skirt
and a Japanese kimono, all were part of the third annual Youth Exchange Welcome
Home Dinner on July 22, as District 6970 celebrated the successful exchanges of
our outbound class of 2005-06.
With an audience of more than 200 Rotarians, family members,
and friends, the new "rebounds" provided a terrific program for all, describing
some of their unique experiences, sharing pieces of the language and culture
they had adopted, and, at least for one, celebrating his adopted country's
recent World Cup triumph. Each of the students had their own stories to tell,
and it was obvious how deeply touched many had become, as interruptions for
tears were common. It was an inspiring evening for all in attendance.
Note: Public television station WJCT not only hosted
this event in their studios, they also taped it for us. Copies of the video
should be available shortly, for students, parents, Rotarians, or anyone else
interested. Watch this website for an announcement. |
