Chairperson this morning was Peter O'Brien. Guests this morning included Jules Gaddie and Denise from Holmsglen. (some of the longer serving members will remember Denise when she looked after us in the dining area in the front building).
Our speaker at today's meeting was fellow member, Linda O'Brien who spoke about the trip she and Peter recently took to Sri Lanka.
Linda gave us a great summary of the history of the island and it's varied peoples.
there seemed to be so many different interesting aspects of their trip to cover. The weather, the wildlife, the amazing ruins of a rich past, and of course the impact of the 2004 tsunami.
there seemed to be so many different interesting aspects of their trip to cover. The weather, the wildlife, the amazing ruins of a rich past, and of course the impact of the 2004 tsunami.
Special highlights of her address were the amazing Lion Rock and the varied wildlife including the elephants and a leopard.
They visited Galle which was hit hard by the tsunami. In total, it is estimated some 45 - 60 thousand people lossed their lives on Sri Lanka. Something few of us were aware of was how Shane Warne was instrumental in re-building the famous Galle cricket ground.
Everyone, I'm sure enjoyed Linda's address this morning and would welcome a return session as I'm sure she has much more to tell. Thank you Linda for a fascinating address.
Bert d'Unienville presented Sue, Margie and Fay with a Mahjong set I believe belonged to his father - see pic.
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