You don't spend two years with people preaching the Word in a foreign land without developing some serious friendships along the way.
( Pix and stuff under the cut. )
I saw people that I hadn't seen for 35 years, and it was so wonderful to share, to update, to catch up, and to reminisce. The next reunion in 18 months will be potluck, so less work - but I hope that this gathering served to whet the appetite of those who were not able to come. As for me, I left filled in both body and spirit.