April 25 Event Words from Ira Amstadter

1. Wow we had a great event. Many thanks to the Beebe’s for hosting a great party and their wonderful hospitality!! We had over 50 people there and a little ceremony of sorts in the backyard. Very cool!!! I’ve attached the words spoken in your behalf to the group.

“We are proud of you – you go forth on a path that all of us have traveled, a path of unknowns, a path of intention to serve the world , a path to bring forth American spirit with intention and peace. All of our experiences have been different, different countries, different American images- to overcome or enhance, different times and all at different points in our lives. Our service activities were also quite different and for some of us our countries of service have had difficult and challenging times. We honor these differences and respect the commonality that in many ways sets us apart and puts us in a unique and special group- returned Peace Corps Volunteers.

We all join in wishing you strength and resiliency- when you tire of the challenges and frustrations of circumstances beyond your control seek out the children and play- forget your project or assignment and dance in the eyes of the children wherever you go- they are our collective future and we stand united in saluting you for your intention and action as you “walk your talk”. Thank you and go in Peace!!!!!”

2. First Friday approaches on May 7th and I will be out of town for a wedding. Is there someone that would like to put some legs on organizing this? I could give someone the key to use the Express conference room – please let me know.

3. Bloomsday is this coming Sunday- as per usual there is a group that forms here at Express from 0700 with a potluck breakfast- you are all most welcome!!

4. Upcoming recruiting events that you are all most welcome to enhance with your presence. YOUR Peace Corps is VERY actively recruiting – can you help spread the word?

May 6th Thursday 6:30 to 9:30 pm Coffee social 113 west Indiana
May 7th Friday Eastern Washington University – RIVERPOINT Campus Room 117 Phase 1 Building, 600 North Riverpoint Blvd

For more information please call Elly Slakie 206 239 6616 or email @ eslakie@peacecorps.gov