Our cluster gathered at my home to talk first about taxes and then about wishes!  A green bowl was passed around where au pairs could put anonymously her wishes (a la leprechaun) for her year in the U.S.  Many wanted to improve their English, make lasting friendships, learn about themselves, travel the U.S. with a must stop in Hawaii and perhaps meet a lovely U.S. American boy during their stay.  Our green dishes went from the savory stuffed green peppers to green tea balls and almost everything green in between.  Wonderful spending the afternoon with such a diverse, smart, caring group of young women with independent goals, but many shared wishes…