When this journey began 10 days ago, I could never have
predicted, or allowed myself to fully understand, the transformations that
happen in this very giving and protected space of PCB. 10 days ago, I walked
into a second family; a family of educators, Masters, and PhD students who all
have wonderful talents (comedy, music, dance, drama, knowledge, etc.) they
willingly grant to others. 10 days ago, this “old fart” novice PCB counselor
felt the euphoria ripple through this group and became addicted to the spell of
Project Common Bond.
8 days ago, planes and buses overflowing with participants
from 15 countries blessed Governor’s Academy with some truly remarkable young
people. Child Welfare advocates, sons and daughters of 9/11 victims, and
authors walked into this program and forever altered the lives of their
counselors and each other. When surrounded by such accomplished humanitarians,
your faith and energy for maintaining persistent, yet dignified discussions to
better our global connectedness is restored. This group of young people proved
that using “active listening” to accompany a proactive mind and a welcoming
heart can, in fact, set us on a new course. Their selflessness and gloriously
friendly natures were so refreshing. During one of our many dance parties as I
looked around while grooving to the music, I saw a room filled with
participants from Sri Lanka, Spain, Northern Ireland, and France, and I was
overwhelmed with gratitude for this opportunity. PCB, to you we belong.
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