Time of Reflection...

Wow, it is hard to believe that my class has already graduated! This has been a whirlwind year (well, rather 8 months!). I have really enjoyed my LSC experience. I had the opportunity to meet and learn from fabulous people. This year has been full of challenges for everyone across the country with the economy, companies laying off employees in record numbers and foreclosure rates at all time highs. Even with all the negative forces around us, our Leadership Education days stayed upbeat and positive. They were the bright part of my month because I knew that I would see some familiar people who would help me find the good points to focus on.
The people who plan the education days put their heart and soul into them and it shows. They are fabulous. Each day seemed to be better than the previous one. The speakers were very engaging and kept out interest.

So what have I learned from this year? A LOT! When I began the program last September, I was fairly new to the area so really had no idea what to expect or even what types of services were available in this area. Participating in LSC has given me an awareness that would have taken me years to get on my own. I now feel like I am part of this great community and am anxious to get and stay involved. The needs are great and abundant so there is plenty of opportunity to get involved.

I know every class feels like they are the BEST class ever and ours was no different! I truly believe I was in the best class for me. The people I met will forever be in my heart because of the great way they made me feel each and every month. It was amazing to see a group of strangers become so close in such a short amount of time. We may all come from different backgrounds, different lifestyles, different careers, yet we all got along and had fun in this common arena.

In closing, I have to say a little about Sarri. She was awesome. She saw something in me that prompted her to choose me from a stack of applicants and for that I am eternally grateful. This has been a wonderful experience for me. Sarri has inspired me to be a better me ALWAYS. She may have a small voice but that is only because her heart is so big it takes up all the room. Thank you Leadership Snohomish County for making me a better me. I am off to make the changes I have always wanted to see in the world and the credit will go to you for believing in me when I did not always believe in myself.