Maryann ’ s
INSPIRATION
Happy New Year , Citrus Council Family and Friends ! As most of you know , 2017 provided our Council with significant challenges brought on by natural disasters , and we were all in need of inspiration during those most difficult of days . As always , that inspiration is provided by the most important people in our Council , our girls .
In the office , when days are long and problems to solve seem overwhelming , we often say … I need a girl infusion ! This means , quite simply , that we need a few moments to get grounded in what is the joy and driving factor of our everyday work , our amazing girls . We need a moment to live in the space of their hopes and dreams , a moment to soak in the light in their eyes when they speak of their leaders or their projects . They lift us up with reminders of the good and important work we have done to support them , and more importantly , inspire us to be the best we can be FOR them .
So , as the challenges besieged us , we took a step back and looked to our girls to maintain our focus and inspire our actions . As a result , despite those challenging days , somehow , we grew . They were right there beside us as we grew membership a record 10.6 % over last year ; they were right there , at the heart of another amazing growth year in the cookie program , as well as one of our best summer camp years ever . May we always be there for them in so wonderful a way as they are always here for us . I offer my deepest thanks to the tireless volunteer corps who walked this 2017 journey shoulder to shoulder with parents and the staff team . However , I must admit , my greatest sense of gratitude and inspiration rests within the young who lead us , our own Citrus G . I . R . L . s . Thank you , girls , for keeping our eyes focused forward and our hearts inspired . May we serve you well .
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