submitted by Samantha

THOUGHT OF THE DAY: Every moment of every day, life’s energy is coming your way. Take it all in and make it into something magnificent!

Well you could sure tell that the last day of the program had arrived. Morning meeting at 7am?!? I award a gold medal to Barbara, Elizabeth and Patricia for showing up! The reality that the adventure has come to an end, the last minute late night shopping, and the night cap may be to blame!

Some volunteers went in early today to witness the Easter church service which is attended by the school kids, then back to work teaching at the various schools.

After lunch most did their own things – packing, reading, kicking back. Evening coffee and biscuits together, waiting for the teachers to arrive. But unfortunately only one showed up – at least the others did make the effort to call the hotel and say thank-you and goodbye to the volunteers. The mayor had an emergency meeting, but sent via courier a gracious and flowery speech about the value and inspiration of volunteerism.

Greek music was played loud as Mille and Lia (Sam’s kids) led the volunters out by back door, and around through the front door dancing a greek dance in a line!! Great exercise.

After a dinner (B-B-Q), the volunteers were presented with a certificate and dvd of Gazi. A bracelet was give to Sam in appreciation of her efforts. She, of course, cried!!!!

After a last goodbye drink, it was off for some last-minute packing and little sleep as some had to be up at the crack of dawn for early flights!!

Thanks, guys, you were a great team!!