SGI meeting heralds one of the worst droughts in Long Island History

During the summer of 1995, hundreds of Japanese youth division senior leaders, hand picked by president Ikeda, came to America to "train" the american  leaders and members. Activities were meticulously planned to make their stay as memorable as possible and to meet as many american 
members as possible. Our chapter planned a meeting and barbecue at my house. Approximately 100 members and guests were present and 2 top senior leaders, one a YWD joint territory chief. Many worked tirelessly for the success of the meeting. I believed at the time that this was the dawn of a great future for the members of the chapter and for all people of Long Island in general. The day was extremely hot and the sunset was marked by a sun the color of scarlet.  I thought of the sun's beauty and I thought of the japanese flag. The night too was oppresively hot. Later I realized that this day heralded one of the worst droughts in Long Island's history.