BBQ in Pink

Titus Hwang

On Saturday, 12 September, with the sky cloudy and the air muggy, swarms of Dalat students, teachers, and staff enjoyed community and fellowship at the PTO barbecue.

Staying true to form, rain pelted down as the students and teachers enjoyed the continuation of a relaxing weekend. Despite this rain, the PTO cooks plated various kinds of delicious delicacies, such as hot dogs and burgers. Their pink shirts brought a shocking color to the gray and hazy sky. The crowd delighted in the community and the adventure of the blusterous storm.

 "This year they had more options for us to eat, and it was better than last year," said Calvin Thompson (12) with excitement.

Everyone enjoyed the delicious meal. Students, friends, and family all had time to bond with each other during the BBQ.

Along with ample food, the PTO had other opportunities for the community to engage one another. In front of Jaffray dorm, students crowded the table to get their faces painted and nails polished in order to help sponsor kids who are in need. The event was a great success. Though the rain could have discouraged the Saturday fun, the community joined to make memories and were able to bless others besides themselves.

Once the barbecue settled down, students gathered under the shelter of their dorm living rooms, sharing stories of the excitement of the day.

 “Aubrey found a spider in her sausage,” smirked Grace Chang (10). And with that the dorm rolled out in laughter and gasps.

 The PTO barbecue was just another way for the community to join together enjoying games, laughter, and newly created memories.