November 2013, IWA in Akita.

A message.

It has been nearly one year since I wrote last. There have been so many things going on since that time. The long winter this year hindered meetings. I had a 12 day stop at the Red Cross Hospital for a very successful operation in March but recovery progress was slow and I was really depressed about not being so active. A visit to England during August and September was followed by a busy settling back into life in Akita and my teaching routines. Where has this year gone? I would at this point like to thank all members and friends of IWA for their heartfelt enquires and best wishes for the safely of my second son, who is now living in Cebu and for all the Philippines at this very tragic time. It certainly brings back memories of the Tsunami which took place in Japan over two and a half years ago. He is safe and very busy helping with volunteer work to distribute food and aid. THANK YOU. If you would wish to make a donation please check out: MARIQUITA SALIMBANGON YEUNG CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, INC. Regarding the IWA in Akita, I am sorry that there has not been any activity for so long but feel I would like to ask members and friends if they have any suggestions for future meetings? At the moment in the IWA Bank Account we have Yen5,766. Perhaps you could give things a thought and contact me or Mrs Shoji regarding any issues you may have. I would like to wish you all good health and hope that you will be safe during the winter months ahead. I look forward to meeting you all again soon.