This is our first photo as Team Brazil 2011. What a journey it has been from November 2010 to now - exactly 7 days prior to takeoff! From left, Kirsten Addison-Downs (alternate team leader - who went above and beyond in helping us get ready), Quinn Swanson, Carrie Stenseth, Jill Biehn, Gwen Damlo (alternate team member whose enthusiasm and support is unmatched), and Ann Perry. Last but definitely not least, our very own Token Canadian Male, James McMahon.
My teammates Quinn, Jill, James, and Ann, along with Gwen and Kirsten our alternate teammates, are wonderful people and I hope to continue our treasured friendships long after we return from Brazil.
There are so many people to thank for the support we have all been given, many Rotarians have approached all of us with encouragement, excitement and support. We'd like to thank all of our sponsoring clubs in both District 5580 and 4660. It is a substantial undertaking to coordinate an exchange and requires much involvement behind the scenes from Rotarians, businesses, individuals, hosts, communities and organizations. A BIG THANK YOU to you all!
We look forward to meeting our new Brazilian friends and sharing many memories and life-changing experiences.
So do we! =)
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