October 13, 2009

By Betty

Winter is definitely trying to come to our humble group. Eddie’s early morning report of cold and windy proved to be the weather of the day. Snow has been predicted this week.

Today Ellen reports she had a wonderful day working with two female students and enjoys the “more laid back atmosphere” as the other students are away on a one week trip. How much better can you get when you can report the day “went well”?

At dinner tonight Mary Ann and Dennis showed us some of the angels their students have been creating. All four of the Global Volunteers at this site were presented with special Christmas trees made by the students and have promised not to open special letters until Christmas Eve. Will they keep their promise?

Our dinner tonight included slices of fresh pineapple given to Betty by a student who was leaving for a special conference. The joke of her class was this student always wanting to use the Polish word for pineapple and Betty wanting her to use the English word. It is a special memory to have developed a fun joke with a student especially over something silly and in such a short time.

In the spirit of teamwork, Dennis showed Perry the secrets of using the washing machine in the laundry area. Perry remains proud of his “Polish-American” invention of a dryer. Yes, a dryer in Poland. Put your wet clothes on a rack and turn on a room fan. Perry shared this with Dennis who is a true believer in the new system.

Perhaps after reading this or hearing this, each of us will savor a special Global Volunteer memory of a student, a lesson, a conversation or even a joke we have had while in Poland. Why not make another memory today?

Thought for the day (from Pat): A tip; to stay young, laugh often, and laugh loud.