Updated June, 2008

The next time we come together will be for the September chapter meeting and installation of the new officers for the 2008 - 2010 term. This past two years certainly has flown by. As I reflect on this past couple of years serving as the president, the thing that stands out the most is the time I have spent with other board members and the relationships that have developed over the years. So for my last opportunity to write this message, I'd like to highlight some of the folks who make a difference and thank them.

Jay Hale-you are such an easy person to work with. I love the way your shoulders shrug up and down when you laugh and all of the dedication and hard work you have done over the years. Dawn Klug-we are so lucky to have a great and talented treasurer, but your ability to bring difficult things to the table and keep us realistic is very important. David Hamby-quiet and thoughtful but always ready to help with anything that needs to be done. John Howard-we have all learned so much from you and I am grateful for your years of experience and willingness to share. Lib Edwards-you bring so much to our meetings, lightness, humor, edginess. You definitely make it fun to serve. John Waller-talented, fresh, willing and joyful. We are lucky to have you chairing Outreach and look out 2010 March Conference! Eileen Hodiak-whew! I need to rest just thinking about the energy and enthusiasm you bring to everything you touch. Joan Radford-you are another cherished member who continues to serve and share your experience and an awesome memory. Thanks for the friendship, laughs and for always caring. Andy Silberman-we would still be in the techno dark ages if not for you. I appreciate that but also your beautiful spirit and dedication. It has been great getting to know you better these last years. Go Villa Nova! Stephen Sammons-you are another newer member who has brought new ideas and energy and a quickness to laugh that is appreciated. Karen Molli-as Immediate Past President, you have been a wonderful source of information and history that I have needed. And I still fondly remember a lunch we had at Wrightsville Beach many years ago when we were both younger (you still are!). Renee' Evans-a beautiful addition to our Board; very eager to learn and fully participate.

Being with each of you over the last few years has added so much to my life. Thanks.

Lindy Langston
President, NC EAPA