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The LCI President's visit turned out to be a whirlwind tour. Two eyescreening vans, one from AZ and one from NM, were present. Navajo children and the elderly were screened and fitted for new glasses. Then LCI President met Navajo President at the Window Rock. A luncheon was hosted by the Window Rock/Fort Defiance Lions Club at the Quality Inn for guests and other Lions Clubs from New Mexico and Arizona to meet the honorable Lions International President. Navajo children entertained and Miss Navajo sang. Lions were recognized for their achievements in organizing and conducting the day's events. Thereafter the President went on to visit a Navajo family guided by WR-FD Lions Georgia and Shirley. By late afternoon, LCIP Al Brandel and wife, Maureen Murphy, said their goodbyes and flew on to the next part of their journey.
School children waiting to be screened early morning
The elderly trying on glasses under the big tent.
WR/FD Lions taking a break.
One of two eye screening vans that arrived for World Sight Day.
Dr. Jeremiah Meyers conducts a test.
Patients select a pair of eyeglasses from the many styles here.
Two Presidents under the Window.
President Joe Shirley presents a plaque to LCIP Al Brandel.
The WR/FD Charter and edible, delicious club symbol cake.
One of the many beautiful table decorations made by club members.
Our Lions Club President, WR/FD, Stan Van Keuren, Jr.
Dr. Meyers and LCIP Al Brandel addresses the guests.
The media that follows the LCI President everywhere.
Dinah Wauneka and Miss Navajo 2009, Yolanda Charley
The Gallup Lions and other New Mexico clubs here.
Many other guests that attended the luncheon.
Idah Burnside was an honored Lion, here with Stan Van Keuren.
WR/FD Lions enjoying the luncheon and dressed to host.
Maureen Murphy, Shirley Nez and Ralph Richards.
Shirley Nez and Georgia Ashley say goodbye to Maureen at the airport.
The LCI plane taxis down the runway.
