Midpoint

My notebook is nearly half full. That's good since we are half-way through our study trip! The worn appearance of our team's notebooks is a testament to the knowledge we have gained. We have been in Sweden for 2.5 weeks and we have met several people in Borås, Alingsås, Vanersborg, Trollhåttan, Uddevalle, and Ljungskille. From the people and the tours, we learned about Sweden's system of governing, health care, manufacturing, legal process, and home building.

Locks at Trollhåtten

Even though we will remain in Sweden for another 2.5 weeks, it is not too early to begin thinking about the presentations we will give when we return home. This consideration of what we have learned will help us organize the new facts we obtain during the next few weeks, I think.

City hall in Uddevalla - Solar panels were added to the south facing wall last summer

The GSE program provides a vocational and cultural exchange. Last week I realized that our introduction to Sweden's history and social customs help us understand the government process and business practices. I have found that I have a more fulfilling vocational visit since I have a cultural and historical context.

Moose Museum near Varnersborg - Rachel and her second host family, the Hedelins

Bohuslän Museum - Rachel and her third host family, the Romanders

Vi ses!
Rachel