Fourth Semester Banquet

Our last semester in Dominica is quickly coming to an end. To celebrate finishing year 2 of medical school, the SGA hosted a banquet for everyone in fourth semester. Rachel and I were on the committee and we convinced Christina to get ready early with us so we could help set up before the festivities began.

The weather was a little overcast, but cool and by the time we were ready to leave for campus I was amazed that I wasn't sweating at all.

Unfortunately, we decided to walk up to campus right as a light rain began to fall and none of us had umbrellas. By the time we reached D's Tropical to pick up the flower arrangements, my hair was plastered to my head.

The banquet was held on a hill overlooking the water about 30 minutes south of campus, so I had plenty of time to cool down and dry off in the air conditioned bus. Plus, Christina packed a brush in her purse so I was able to fix my hair a little before everyone else showed up!

Look at that face!

We finished setting up right as the students started unloading from the buses and were ready to party.

There was a buffet with lamb, fish, and chicken and chocolate cake for dessert. Some students put together a slide show with pictures which was really fun to watch. Then there were awards and recognitions. I got flowers for being here as a spouse and Justin won the award for most likely score a 270 on the Step!

Mostly it was just a great time to celebrate with friends before we all say goodbye!