Today was our last full day in Suzhou. The students spent part of the morning doing an evaluation on the field studies and preparing short speeches in their family groups which were to be presented at the farewell dinner and dance this evening. However, just like the previous two occasions this did not happen. We were again disappointed because the students worked hard preparing for the event. 
Hosford students then interviewed LiDa students, ate lunch in the cafeteria and finished up their science inquiry. We all gathered for a group photo then waited for the farewell party. Some students were able to go home with their families to change clothes while others walked the 15 minutes to the Jinlin Hotel and Restaurant. There was a variety of foods from around the world including, Korea, Japan, Italy, China, and the good ‘ol USA represented by green salad, deviled eggs, and mashed potatoes which were reported to be hen hao chi (very good).
Our hopes were up that we would finally be able to present our speeches but the microphones at
the front of the room were just a tease. The Hosford coalition were presented with elaborate gifts which included, a book on LiDa with a photo of Kevin Bacon signing the sister school documents, a pen, a photo of the LiDa homestay kids, and a beautiful string of pearls. The gifts were over the top and we still can’t believe how generous all of the families and LiDa have been to us.
Hosford students then interviewed LiDa students, ate lunch in the cafeteria and finished up their science inquiry. We all gathered for a group photo then waited for the farewell party. Some students were able to go home with their families to change clothes while others walked the 15 minutes to the Jinlin Hotel and Restaurant. There was a variety of foods from around the world including, Korea, Japan, Italy, China, and the good ‘ol USA represented by green salad, deviled eggs, and mashed potatoes which were reported to be hen hao chi (very good).
Our hopes were up that we would finally be able to present our speeches but the microphones at
the front of the room were just a tease. The Hosford coalition were presented with elaborate gifts which included, a book on LiDa with a photo of Kevin Bacon signing the sister school documents, a pen, a photo of the LiDa homestay kids, and a beautiful string of pearls. The gifts were over the top and we still can’t believe how generous all of the families and LiDa have been to us.It has been a wonderful experience here in China with all of your students. I am looking forward to going home tomorrow but good byes are never easy.
Zai jian So long for now.
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Traveling mercies for your trip home. Can't wait to see you!
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