Don't make me leave!

Do you think it's possible to fall in love within 5 weeks? I do.

The tour is now officially over with all of us heading our separate ways early tomorrow morning. We had our farewell dinner with hosts and Rotarians from across the district yesterday and I know I speak for everyone when I say you honoured us by your presence. Or, in the case of Gustaw, by your willingness to dance!

We've seen and done so much that to describe it all would likely end in tears - my tears, as I am having trouble coming to terms with leaving. The attachment and love that we have developed for Sweden are so great that there don't seem to be enough words to describe our feelings.

Two words, however, will have to do for now.

THANK YOU.

To our hosts, for opening your hearts, doors (and kitchens!) to us. For being yourselves and accepting us as ourselves.

To all the GSE coordinators, who made sure that we were well looked after and stimulated vocationally everywhere we went.

To all the Rotary clubs, who invited us to present a little bit about Australia. We appreciate it all the more for your enthusiasm to get up and sing like kookaburras!

To all the organisations which took time out of their very busy schedules to welcome us and teach us new perspectives.

To our sponsor Rotary clubs in District 9800. We will never be able to thank you enough for this opportunity.

To my teammates, for being so supportive, encouraging and inspiring.

To everyone who has donated to the Rotary Foundation. Your generosity allows programs such as the GSE to run - and believe me when I say this is peace-making in motion.

TACK SÅ MYCKET!