It was a very interesting ceremony yesterday where Brendan was presented with his scholarship. There were about 10 recipients and, because they were all overseas students, there were not very many supporters in the audience. However, Brendan had quite a support group: Jamie and Nera. Marilyn and me, and another 5 or 6 from the local filipino community. On a table were framed certificates for the recipients, the speeches were upbeat and congratulatory and the students were all made to feel special and welcome in Tasmania.
Afternoon Tea was served: pizza slices, sausage rolls, cheese and biscuits which would have satisfied five times the number but, at the end, the caterers brought out plastic boxes and told the students to take away whatever they wanted.
It was impressive and left us all feeling good
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