PRE-CONFERENCE RECEPTION: A BASH

MECA Georgia underestimated the mammoth crowd that showed up at Kathy Enongene’s residence in Marietta to welcome delegates for the pre conference reception. As jubilant MECA members strolled in the living room, one could begin to get a full sense of the magnitude of the first MECA USA reconciliation conference in many years. Customary with most hosts, the out of town delegates from DC, North Carolina, Texas, Boston, New York and Chicago were accorded seats to rest their tired bones. With members enjoying their delicious fufu and eru, the good old days of pre MECA USA conventions nights became a quick reminder.

The blistering sound of Bate Nico kept delegates on their feet as some forgot dinner was on the table. A casual observer would no doubt conclude, Bate Nico’s melody expresses that which cannot be said, and on which it is impossible to be silent without nodding a head even for those without a passion to dance. Speakers took to the floor to remind delegates about the important task ahead to unit MECA USA as one big family and let the younger generation continue to lead MECA USA to greater heights and prosperity. As one observer commented, "MECA USA is back, we welcome everyone on the big tent".

With the night wearing down, the host Chapter thanked delegates for coming and reminded everyone to be on time tomorrow for the big event. For one thing, you could hear the echoes, yes we can, yes we can, MECA USA is back, thank God almighty.