Paralympic Games
On Tuesday, the Swordless Samurai (our Shawnigan Service Group) went to Vancouver for the day to see the Paralympic Games. We brought Lance and Hazel, a blind couple we visit weekly, and they were truly ecstatic! Lance was especially excited since he was a Gold Medal Paralympian himself in Lawn Bowling at the 1996 Games in Atlanta. The group got to watch wheelchair curling, and found it to be a great experience to share with Lance and Hazel. Although they couldn't see what was happening, we explained to them where each rock had landed, using the idea of a clock. The buzz and energy of the crowd really engaged them, and the group of us loved spending the day with them. This was a memorable experience for everyone, and a great end to the second term!
– Jacqueline S. ’10 (Renfrew)