All of the students have left the island and just Thomas and I are left to contemplate the silence that remains at the Villa Katerina, the wonderful place we have called home for more than three weeks.
Friday afternoon we were able to use the Aegean Center in Parikia to show our work to a number of residents who have been so helpful in making this movie come about. We had a very nice viewing and great comments. They expressed their appreciation of our passion for this island and it cultural heritage. They asked why we want to make these movies. Our answer is that these types of treasures should be shown to everybody, and that people everywhere need to be aware of these archaeological sites that are truly the cradle of western civilization.
To be able to give something back to the residents of Paros, to the people who have so graciously embraced us, not as visitors, but as fellow residents, is the most rewarding aspect of bringing students here. Thomas and I have spent countless hours preparing to come to Paros, and I can say that it has all been very worthwhile for everybody involved.
We look forward to returning next year and doing it all again!
– Albert William