This morning we visited Lu Sutton Elementary School in Novato, California.

Erik entertained Mr. Scheaffer's class with a few songs.

The students read out their thoughts on what harmony means to them.

Each child had made their own harmony torch.

Olivia got to hold the real torch.

Today was also pajama day with everyone wearing their pj's to school.

Next we headed out to the field for a symbolic run between the continents.

Everyone was tremendously excited.

We took turns relaying the torch around the field.

Some students really ran fast.

The highlight was a relay race between the students and the World Harmony Runners.

First we raced the fastest 4th Grade girls then the fastest 4th grade boys.

The Lu Sutton students came first each time - congratulations - but look out we'll be prepared next time.

Adhiratha made sure everyone got a card.

This is a map of the world the students had prepared in our honor.

To finish a wonderful day we dropped in on our dear friend Nirvik.

Reflections from a team member Adhiratha Keefe - "Through the World Harmony Run I was seeing the highways and the small lanes, the shoreline, the countryside and towns in full detail. To travel with the Run means running the actual roads, going up ahead with the support vehicles, buying supplies and attending events in local communities. Chatting with many local people including shopkeepers, civil servants, government officials, as well as teachers and students along the way in schools or clubs. It is an amazing way to witness many different individuals aspiration for a more harmonious world.

"The experience is both interactive and contemplative. Participating with a team also enhances observations by having many of the other runners sharing their perceptions. Artistic or media sensitive people spontaneously point out interesting and unique landscapes or people compositions.

"We are constantly being asked questions about the run by people of all ages. This returns the conversation to the purpose of the run: creating opportunities for expressions of harmony, sharing, peace and community building among and between different populations. The energy and the goodwill received from so many people along the way is rich and rewarding."

Thank you California!

– Salil Wilson

Team Members:
Atulya Berube (USA), Banshidhar Medeiros (USA), Devashishu Torpy (England), Erik Amrhein (USA), Jennifer Cluck (USA), Palash Bosgang (USA), Salil Wilson (Australia), Shyamala Stott (Scotland), Sujantra Mckeever (USA), Vashudha Deming (USA)

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