Gloria is back home, safe and sound… yet she’s a little different. Yes, she misses Willow (and Earl and Olivia), but do you see how different her necklace is? She now wears, with pride, England’s Royal British Legion’s 100th anniversary poppy pin.
I hope that makes Gloria an ‘Honorary Brit’.
Every Memorial Day we learn about poppies,
so this Memorial Day will be very special.
I was beside myself opening the big box. I squished Gloria as I hugged her, so many times.
Then there was a letter from Willow, beautifully penned. I have read the letter so many times. It is a treasure.
I’m looking forward to sharing this with children and families. There is more to share – Gloria’s journal! It is jam-packed with so, so much about her adventures. The cool thing that you cannot see is that the photos flip up to show more photos underneath photos.
Of course we have written a giant thank you letter to Willow.
Children decided on a gift for her. I was flabbergasted and impressed. They ‘get it’. I don’t want to spill the beans.
Willow, a hundred thank yous aren’t enough. Your letter and gift will be in the mail to you next week. Most importantly, Gloria’s visit will be revisited and remembered for a long time.
Jennie
P.S. Stay tuned for Gloria returning to the classroom and the children. She’s bringing a special guest from England. This will be fun and very festive.
A Teacher's Reflections 
Wonderful! How nice of Willow to send the journal and all of the photos. The Aqua Roomers will be talking about Gloria’s trip to England for a long time to come, I’m sure. Looking forward to seeing her special guest!
Best wishes, Pete.
Yes, very much so! Thank you, Pete. We have school vacation week ahead, and our guest arrives the following week.
I was thinking about Gloria just a couple of days ago, wondering when she was coming home. So happy to hear she’s back. Looking forward to hearing all about her adventures. I’m sure the kids will be thrilled!
They will be very excited, Anneli! Many thanks!
Glad to read all about her trip in the journal, and see the photos. Glad she had such a good time and all the people loved her. The Aqua roomers will be happy to see her return 🙂
Yes, all the way around! Thank you, FR.
Gloria! Welcome home…and what an adventure! ❤️❤️❤️
Jennie…thank you for sharing with us. Can’t wait to hear about her return to the classroom! xoxoxoxox!
It is so exciting, Vicki! Yes, what an adventure. Many thanks. 💕
I’m so glad Gloria made her way home OK! I’ve been thinking about her and her adventure. What a wonderful exchange and a great learning opportunity for the students. xo
It was truly a wonderful exchange! I’m glad to have her home, but I know she misses Willow. The kids will be over the moon! Many thanks, Darlene.
Thanks for this lovely update about Gloria, Jennie. Lucky Gloria to have had such a grand adventure.
I’m glad you enjoyed the update, Robbie. She is one lucky lady!
A most excellent adventure! I would love to have one myself just like Gloria’s some day!