Thank You Irish Life Experience 2010!

We understand that choosing a summer program can be extremely difficult, so thank you for choosing Ireland and the Irish Life Experience! Parents, we appreciate you giving us a chance and putting your most prized possessions in our hands. It matters to your children, and it matters to us! Words cannot express what a magical summer we shared together in Ireland-that will be treasured forever. Every year I have been blessed with amazing students and this summer was no exception. The small close-knit group of 2010 ILE'ers exceeded my expectations and impressed me the most. They were an absolute joy from beginning to end. We hope that you had the summer of a lifetime and that our love and passion for Ireland has been embedded into your hearts and souls forever.

Sydney Alexander Overland Park, Kansas

Never without a smile on her face, Sydney entertained us with His Cheeseburger and the Water Buffalo songs.

Erin Barrett Mendham, New Jersey

Erin was always up for a laugh. Being a sweet-holic, she loved Crunchie Rocks and Tangtastics.

Savannah Chandler Suffield, Connecticut

We loved Savannah's laugh and her comedic relief during the ILE, not to mention her gypsy persona.

Dakota Coffey Port Angeles, Washington

Dakota had a true Irish wit to her and we always enjoyed seeing her with our ILE mascot, Raymond.

Riley Connell Mendham, New Jersey

Our "Good Weather Good Luck Charm," Riley was simply a breath of fresh air to be around this summer.

Paddy/PK Creedon Mokena, Illinois

Paddy was an absolute joy and stole the show for the Drama Presentations. We are still waiting for his dance!

Hannah Fernung Elwood, Indiana

Hannah excelled in anything and everything relating to Ireland. She is the definition of a true Irish star!

Katie Finley Polson, Montana

Our Squeegie, didn't let a sprained ankle and crutches stop her from having the summer of a lifetime.

Scarlett Foss Anchorage, Alaska

Hailing from Alaska and a gorgeous Irish dancer, we love Scarlett. Eczema, spider bites, Italians and all.

Maureen Keating Oradell, New Jersey

The most photogenic, Maureen won the award for bruising and falling all the time.

Clara Kerwin Ashland, Oregon

Quiet and reserved at first, Clara was one who blossomed and opened up the most during the program.

Caitlin Joseph Conneaut, Ohio

The kindest student ever, Caitlin is extremely talented with her writing. Especially Irish poetry.

Piper/Caryl Martine New York, NY

A gorgeous voice and talented pianist, Piper won the hearts of everyone with her beautiful spirit.

Joe Patrician Arlington, Virginia

Already knowledgeable with an extreme love and passion for Irish culture and history, Joe was at "home" in Ireland.

Caitlyn Walsh Bellmore, New York

Known for her, "I have a question," Caitlyn was the biggest sweetheart with a thick Long Island accent.

Brian Farrell Ballyvaughn, Ireland

Brian chauffeured us around and made us fall in love with him, his children, and the West Coast.

Peter Ford Chatham, New Jersey

Sharing his love for Irish music with guitar and voice-he had a heart to heart with Paul Brady.

Siobhan Kennedy Winchester, Massachusetts

With an extreme love for Tayto's of all flavors, she gets a double pump for being an exceptional ILE Counselor.

Angie Mervyn Belfast, Northern Ireland

Serenading AC/DC, Angie didn't let Sweaty Betties stop her from being the BEST ILE Coordinator ever.

Dan Parkinson Dublin, Ireland

A Scrabble addict and Little Person activist, Dan showed the students that the craic is truly mighty.

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