Blog from Vermont

Submitted by VermontGroup on 3 July 2009 - 2:16pm

June 26: We've arrived safe and sound. We were treated to the best pizza in Brattleboro last night as we were weary and hungry. All the staff here are so friendly and warm, after our feast last night we enjoyed a strolling tour through campus and retired to the Cafe to compete in an exciting and fun game of Taboo!
The views here in the green mountains of Vermont are stunning, even though its raining now it can still take your breath away. At 3 today the rest of the participants of the programme will be arriving so we'll be very busy today.
Keep well
The Irish Imigrants

 

June 30: Day 3 - Everyone has recovered from their jet lag and made new friends with the help of volleyball and frisbee, although it's hard not to make new friends as everyone is SOOO friendly and open. In a presentation designed to paint the FULL picture of army life we were surprised and shocked to find that the American recruitment system is so flawed and unfavourable to the young people of America. We also viewed a recruiting advertisement from the US army. This adverstisement glorified war and was very misleading to the realities of army life. The advertisment seemed more like an action movie trailer than an official government release. The comparison between Ireland and the U.S in the this respect was staggering.
Last night there was and open mic night for all talents. One girl played the sitar and others sang poilitically themed songs and we couldn't help but join in. So far we're having a great time and are looking forward to the 4th of July parade. Pictures to follow!