Keeping the world cooler You not only look cool in your hard hats but your are witnessing why we are haveing such cool weather. We are all enjoying your exploits and we wish we were there to help you. How are your presentations going??? Keep sending the pics!
I knew a girl named Eva.... From Falkenberg she was, and she dated me twice and never ONCE gave me even a kiss... I've had something against that place ever since.
Actually, Eva went to school with me at Gustavus, played soccer, and really was sweet - so sweet, I don't think she ever knew it was a date. ...maybe they weren't - age obscures all but wishful thinking, I suppose. So, if you happen to see a 44-ish woman by the name of Eva who still appears fit from years of 'fotboll', give her greetings from me, and if you are able - a big kiss too!
Memories Hej,
Love reading you blog. So many memories and even to odd familar face. To explain myself I was leader of a team from D9520 in Australia who was in the D2400 this time last year. Say hello to those we met.
I have shared the link with members of my team.
We look forward to following your journey.
Judy (YUDI)
Mmmmmmm...Eel! Oh, I know it well - that "fish" is one tough bugger to convince yourself it is edible. But you know what? It now ranks WAY up there on the list of fish I love! ...well, at least in a sushi bar. ...really.
Thank you for the "aside" comment, but you are preaching to the choir, Jamie - so I too have that same sense of wonder and awe - STILL!
Now, again I dare you - don't pass the eel twice, give it a try. You may never like it, but the story will last FOREVER!
SJUNG HOP FADDER ALLAN LEJ! My liver is pining to travel with you... Once pickled by the jet fuel of Sweden, my liver seems to require periodic drowning in Absolut or OP Andersson, provided it is sufficiently serenaded by rousing bursts of naughty song.
Thanks for the picture of Drettinge! That is just like the simple country house I hope one day to own!
...and just what sort of colo(u)r did you add? Make it paisley - that way, it is texturized!
District Foundation Chair Glad to see that you are all having a wonderful time - I could wish I was with you to experience everything you are able to. Take advantage of every moment - you can always sleep next month!!
Claudette
Presentation Performance Anxiety I know it well, so I am happy to hear you have one now "under your belt" and are going to get ever more comfortable with each successive one. If you feel like you're loosin' 'em, drop trouser and state you are going to do the whole thing sans pants, and invite them to join you... Ok, maybe that isn't the best plan, so do whatever YOU need to do to ease the stress...
Ljungby! Ljungby? ...where the hell is Ljungby? I suppose I could look on a map, but that takes all the fun out of it.
Sally forth, mina vänner! Be of good cheer - for here the sun is shining, the birds are singing, and ever more skin is seen on those who cavort out of doors. ...I suspect the same is true there, but how can I know - you don't call, you don't write...
Robes, no - clothing yes Ok, I just wanted to clarify that point... I love the street-scene in Växjö - it is so uber-Swedish. I have a picture of my forefathers/mothers taken at a studio in Wexjö, which is Old Swedish for the same town you are in. My forebearers were peasants from around that area - tired of more mud pies and dirt soup, they emigrated. Anyway, it is also close to where I went to school, so of course I am sentimental.
I await reports on pastries, ice cream, Ramlösa, Pripps Blå, and how you like your breakfasts! Remember - be daring!
You landed! Everyone gets a metal from the Perham Club for spending most of one day traveling with William (Dennis "do I have any cavities" Happel)! Have fun but do not lead Dennis astray...he hasn't gotten out much!
Living Vicariously Happy Swedish Adventures to you! Glad to hear you have arrived safely and the tours begin tomorrow. Love it! No wasting time. Try not too look too glassy eyed (wait, that comes closer to the end). Remember to dive right in, learn, enjoy, let go of control and just go with the flow. The hard part is over. And take pictures of the food. We want to see Everything (almost).
Sharon (Team France 2007)
Eat Green Veggies! Or, whatever you need to quickly gain your footing, infuse youself with energy, and cast that Hi-Pro glow! It will be terrific!
Happy to hear that all feet are on the ground. Now, when possible, go have some GB Glass (ice-cream - the more colorful, the more delicious!), sniff as many flowers as possible, and go ahead - drink the bubble-water!
Be daring! Be well-rested! Be of good cheer! ...in brief, get plenty of rest, and eat your vegetables.
Your mother (hen)
Let the adventure begin Glad to hear you made it. I was thinking of you yesterday as it started snowing again. Not too good for the Walleye opener. Looking forward to seeing pics.
1 sleep left I am sure there will be little sleep for the group tonight. Tomorrow you are off on an adventure. I hope you have as many good times as your counterparts are having in this Ccuntry. We are all looking forward to following your trip. Stay Safe!
May ALL your group-meetings be this FUN! What a joy it was to witness the excitement of the team when it was announced that Jamie was going too. What fun to see you all laugh while you did your first presentation. YOU GUYS WILL BE GREAT! Have fun "over there" - come back hungry to tell us grand stories, helpful in recruiting GSE (and Ambassadorial) candidates, and with an affection for Rotary and the work it does.
District 5580 Foundation Chair You look like a GREAT team - especially you, Dennis - I know you will have a wondrful trip full of marvelous experiences. You have been well prepared by George, Jill, Chris, Mark, Gary and the whole team - who could have done it better? I hope they haven't skewed your expectations.......... Claudette
Trevlig resa! Of COURSE you will learn to eat peculiar things - soon, such items will no longer be peculiar but instead cherished and sought-after. ...believe me, it happens. And then you drive 4 hours to get half-pounds of coffee and crayfish and candy bars and wonder how the HELL others can pooh-pooh eclectic food-choices, or gag when tasting shrimp-cheese, as example, or saying with conviction that they just don't like coffee... But, I digress.
It isn't merely what you eat, it is where you eat, how you eat, who you eat with, and when you eat. Pork chops at 11:30pm? Sure, because it sure looks outside to be 7:30, and you're right - I'm hungry! But enough about food.
HAVE A GREAT TRIP!
We're the 2008 GSE team from Rotary District 5580 (USA & Canada) touring District 2400 in southern Sweden! We're having a fabulous time thus far and are amazed at the opportunities we're given! Thank you for checking in on us!
Our fearless leader:
Dennis - Lawyer, Perham, Minnesota from Perham Rotary Club
Team members:
Beth - Music Teacher, Bismarck, North Dakota on behalf of Bismarck Rotary Club
Carol - Professor, Fargo, North Dakota on behalf of Fargo-Moorhead AM Rotary Club
Jamie - Court Reporter, Two Harbors, Minnesota on behalf of North Shore R... full info
George Van Dam
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Keeping the world cooler
You not only look cool in your hard hats but your are witnessing why we are haveing such cool weather. We are all enjoying your exploits and we wish we were there to help you. How are your presentations going??? Keep sending the pics!