When you live overseas at times you try to find things that are familiar -- the same -- or at least resemble what you are use to. It seems that we gain comfort in what we know or what we think we know.
However, when holidays occur one is never able to replicate how it is back home. The traditions, events, presence of family and the things which make these days special are impossible to reproduce which can make holiday a difficult time when you are away from home.
On Sunday, October 12th, the Canadian staff of GSIS, which included the Wendling family, hosted the first ever Canadian 'Potluck' Thanksgiving Dinner at the GSIS cafeteria. In total over 60 people -from all parts of the world - Australia, South Africa, Korea, America and of course Canada - celebrated a holiday that is centered on giving thanks for what we have, while usually being surrounded by family and friends.
The evening began with families arriving and bringing their various dishes which they would share with the community present. Excitement was building in the air as people shared many of their traditions - some familiar, some not - with others. Each person was also asked to write down something they were thankful for and put it on the Thanksgiving tree in the cafeteria.
The dinner began with prayer and then the eating began - oh what a feast!!! There was: turkeys, roasted pork, stuffing , potatoes, many different salads and a dessert table with pumpkin and apple pie. It was truly magnificent sight.
Thank you to all the friends and families who attended...it truly was a special day not only for Canadians at this school in Suwon but for our entire school community at GSIS.
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Hey guys! Looks like your having a blast and adjusting well to your new school! You're lucky to have so many people around living this new experience with you! Keep blogging! I love seeing how things are going. I'll also be coming home for Christmas so bring lots of pictures!
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