Aya's Archery News

I apologize that my site was down. Hopefully this will not be a problem in the future.

Now I am back in Berlin with the friendly folks in Steinstücken. Greatfully I am being hosted by some of the residents and they have made my stay very warm and welcomed. My study and deep interest in the Berlin Wall led me here and unlocked a part of history relatively unknown to the history books. Most focus of the Berlin Wall is only in and around the center of Berlin where the Berlin Wall cut so deep.

Now I continue my research into life of this former exclave of Berlin during the times of the Berlin Wall. The resilience of these people towards maintaining their freedom in a sea of communism was made more possible by the presence of the US Army Aviation Detachment.

I am very proud that my website has facilitated bringing some members of the Aviation Detachment in touch with each other. It is my sincere hope that this part of history for both the Berliners of Steinstücken and the US Military is not lost. Step by step, I hope to rebuild the picture of events that occurred within the confines of the Berlin Wall and show the world an amazing friendship that developed between Steinstücken and the US Army Aviation Detachment.

Also, it is a great pleasure to shoot with the archery club here in Steinstücken and also for a day in Wannsee. Archery is alive and well and bringing joy to all ages in this area of Berlin. So often I get obsessed with high level competition that I forget that archery is for many folks a means of sporting fun. Joining them for an afternoon of shooting has reminded me of my days before competing... days when I shot the bow and arrows for the thrill not the score.

Please continue to pray for my coach Anthony Belletini from Archery USA in Dedham, MA!!! Anthony, I wish you a full recovery and a quick return to your jovial self!

My website has been down but I must urge everyone who reads my sight to lift a prayer for my archery coach and dear friend, Anthony Belletini from Archery USA in Dedham, MA. He has undergone a series of surgeries for cancer and his health has declined as a result. I have very little news because I am here in Berlin, Germany. Any news would be appreciated and prayers for a speedy recovery to good health.