Our second LEG of the quarter was back at Casa de Manana. Before we went inside for the event, our cohort spent some time outside by the ocean to meet with our HAP groups. I think all group meetings could benefit from a seaside location! We finalized the date and some details for the senior event at the West Center and brainstormed some more ideas for the gardening HAP. Once inside Casa de Manana, we were met with a few seniors who were already positioned at their respective circle of chairs and ready to share. I sat with DeEtta who was also present for the LEG from last quarter. There were both new and familiar faces in the room which was nice to see. When we were all settled, DeEtta had everyone in the circle introduce ourselves, share our majors, and where we’re from. I appreciated that she wanted to take the time to get to know a little bit about everyone there as she responded to each of us individually as we went around the circle. She brought pictures of her 9 kids and of the places she’s travelled. There was one picture of a sinking ship from her trip to Antarctica. The ship she was on had to rescue passengers from their sinking ship and it was a surreal experience for everyone there. She’s travelled to every continent and almost every US state, except North Dakota. Her daughters want to take her and maybe make a ladies’ trip out of it. Hearing her stories about her travels inspired me to continue to travel and experience the world no matter what age I am.
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