August: From the President
Welcome to the 2021-2022 ABWA league year!! We had a jammed-packed August meeting if you were unable to attend. A big thank you to Michelle Crone and Shirley New for installing the new board with their fun NASA reference and yummy moon pies!!
As many of the kids are heading back to school soon, the month of August always reminds me of a fresh start. I feel this way about ABWA. We all know of the challenges everyone has faced in the last 16 months. Just when we thought it was getting better it seems like we have taken some steps backward. This is when we really must stick together and lean on our family and friends. There should never be any shame in asking for help.
If you watched the Olympics, you witnessed many examples of kindness and empathy that were displayed throughout the two weeks of competition.
The embraces, hugs, and sportsmanship shone through some tough situations. They showed the world that you do not even need to speak the same language to be kind and show compassion toward others. This is the type of support I want our members to feel as well. If you see someone struggling, ask them how you can help. Sometimes a kind word or a smile can go a long way.
My aspiration for this year is to continue to grow the Women of Magnitude Express Network with amazing women who support, cheer on, encourage, uplift, and drive one another to be our best possible selves! We have these women as members today and I am excited to welcome more incredible women into ABWA this year!
Always find a reason to smile!
Dianne
Dianne Rybicki, League President
