submitted by Margo

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: Have fun, wage peace!

Well, the week has flown by quickly – too quickly. Tomorrow Nicole and I depart, leaving the others to rest up for another full week with the students of Crete’s primary schools.

Most of us are back to full health, except Tony, who is on the way to the local doctor for an x-ray of his shoulder. Wishing for good results.

Today, our fabulous four who teach at Ayia Marina had an excellent day. Many photos of students who have become familiar faces to us, fun conversations, some hokey pokey time, and lots of good English pronunciation.


Best story of the day was Tony and three boys who got so immersed in the photos on Tony’s computer they did not hear the bell ring or the other students run to the next class. They stayed glued to the screen, the desk and each other until the teacher came down and pryed them loose. Tony politely asked if they HAD to leave!

Back at the hotel for lunch of fried eggs, bread and soup, and fresh pears.

Plans for the afternoon changed several times, but finally a group of 5 decided on a trip to the nearby traditional Cretan Village called AROLITHOS. Beautiful and restful. Gorgeous stone buildings, lush gardens, decorative pottery, many cats, and a rooftop restaurant that offered stunning views of the mountains, valleys and sea. We left plenty of euros in the shops (linens and spices mostly). We re-grouped at the hotel for naps, email. Evaluations (Margo and Nicole only) and some relaxation.

Anticipating dinner at 7:30pm followed by Greek dancing taught by Sam’s kids. Some are planning to go out afterward with our stellar teacher, Ersi, from Ayia Pelagia.