Japan in Thirty Days

Thank You.

17 Nov 2010 1 Comment

by bjoelle in Brianne/ブリアンヌ

I was asked to briefly introduce myself at the District Conference in Japan. My Japanese was limited and I had to sum it up to a formal ’Thank You’ and a deep bow.

However, here is what I would have said: I would like to thank Japan for being a beautiful and warm-hearted country of infinite characteristics that I adore. I’d like to thank my host families for taking me in for just a short time, and within that time, always making me a part of their families, hearts and homes. I would also like to thank each and every of the numerous Rotarians who took turns caring for us, guiding us around the gorgeous Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures, and impressing us with their generousity and dedication to making a difference in the world around them. I can truly say that I love Japan. I must have been dreaming; all that I was able to do an experience was far beyond what I could have imagined was possible in just a single month.

And finally, I need to properly thank and give chops (Jerry!) to the members of the GSE team who went from strangers to family in a few short weeks. I will miss you all, although I know and expect our relationships to grow and thrive long after we’ve woken up from this crazy dream. XoXo