Some of my fondest memories of youth come from participating in AFS, an international exchange student program. Some stayed in our home at length, some for a bus trip visit...each touched my life in an unforgettable way. I dedicate this page to them. AFS at one time had a slogan, "Shake the World, Start With My Hand." I am proud to have been part of their vision, that turns countries into people.
  
 
  
petra
Petra (Holland)  came to us for a year's stay, been a sister ever since. 
 
 
 
Masahiro
Masahiro (Japan) was always ready for a good time and a party! 
 
 
 
Julio
Julio (Panama) besides fun together, many a wild and crazy phone call.
 
 
 
Jose and I at Camp Glyndon
José (Paraguay) invited me to his country, I went to Spain instead, but will always remember his kind invitation.
 
 
 
Paolo
 Paolo  (Italy) made our get-togethers most fun, he has a gift of leadership.
 
 
Jose and Luis
José (Portugal) and Luiz (Brazil) the day we said good-bye. I'll never forget José singing Eidelweiss.
 
Adriana
Adriana (Argentina) came to us for a few days duing a very hot summer.
 
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Flav & me
Flavio (Brazil) is like the brother I never had...here he even let  me wear his shirt!                
 
 

Rene and I 
 Rene (Denmark) charmed us and even convinced my mother to follow a bus at top speed.  

Miguel, Me, and Luis 
At one of AFS's functions, I am here with Miguel (Spain) and Luis (Brazil).  

Gringa  
Gringa (Bolivia) was such a support for me before I left for Spain.   

Fernando & Petra 
        Fernando (Uruguay) and Petra posed for this picture, we had a fun weekend in the snow, nights of bowling and rollersakting too! 

Caolina, Me, and Pekka 
 Not all everything was a party, we were open and free to discuss and debate serious issues, as seen here with Carolina (Bolivia) and Pekka (Finland). 

Roberto 
Roberto (Argentina) stayed in our home in an extended bus trip visit. To my delight, he played guitar endlessly. 

Jean and Paolo 
 Jean (Belguim) and  Paolo (Italy) at one of AFS many parties. 

 

 
 



To be sure, my page is incomplete. There are many pictures of dear ones missing.If anyone can help me to add to this page I would love your imput. You can reach me at the following e-mail! 
 
 
 
  

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