July 1st

Our third day at the National 4-H Center began with an early breakfast. Then, it was off to the Arlington National Cemetery. Our first stop there was the Women in Military Service Memorial and Museum. Then we boarded a tram to take the tour of the Cemetery, which included the Kennedy's grave sites. Marietta also gave our tour guide, Norman, a Kansas 4-H pin! Another fascinating experience was viewing the changing of the guards ceremony. After agreeing it was a moving experience for all. We headed to Iwo Jima Memorial. On the way Jeff, our PA, read us a true story about the memorial and the men in it. Next came the WWII Memorial, with only about ten minutes there. Some people rushed to take pictures while others looked up family members on the kiosk. Cassadie thought a quick dip in the pool there would be refreshing, but decided against it instead. Then it was back to the center for workshops and committee meetings. The late afternoon was spent at the Derby playing various games where some got wet.
Dinner was eaten at the Clover Cafe and then the Delegation Think Tank and Reflections were held.
Some of today's excitements told at Reflections included learning the Squirrel and Lemmy Songs, taught to us by our PA, Jeff. Also Meredith and Emily B were told our 4-H Group was very respectful. Genna also found and photographed a stone with her family name on it at Arlington National Cemetery. It was also shared that several of our delegates are holding congressional spots and offices!
Today was also Garrett's birthday!! Hope you had a great day Garrett!
It is safe to say an amazing time was had by all Kansas CWF Delegates and Sponsors today!