Happy Holidays My Friends!
During this time of year we can get lost in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Shopping, decorating, sending cards, working, cooking, cleaning, cookie making, school concerts, spirit week themes, etc. it’s easy to lose yourself and easily get stressed. Remember to take time to breathe and do something for yourself. Lock yourself in the bathroom, take yoga class, do a quick mindfulness video. Try to remember that our children want a present mom, not a perfect mom.
I’m looking forward to the holiday dinner on December 10th. We’re back at Ragazzi’s and the food is delish! The gift exchange will be new this year and I think it will be very exciting. Don’t forget to bring a gift if you would like to participate.
Convention is coming up in April. If you are interested to learn what it’s about, join us at the informational meeting on January 5th. Convention is a great way to learn about the inner workings of the state organization, and have a chance to get away to take time for yourself. It’s also a good way to bond with the rest of the girls.
Bring new children’s hats, gloves, and scarves to any of the next meetings to be donated to the children’s shelters.
I hope everyone takes a little time for themselves this holiday season. Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup!
Have a wonderful holiday and a joyous New Year!
Ericka
Letter from our Vice President
Hello everyone,
I hope everyone is doing well. I was so happy to see pictures when many of you went to see Wicked.
I know the next few weeks are going to be very busy with running around going to school functions besides running around with outside activities. Drank plenty of water and get your vitamin C and as much sunshine as you can. I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving with family and friends. I love stuffing so I would love to see recipes how you all make it. Sorry but I am a package girl with stuffing.
November 30th will be our first parade we will be walking in in Patchogue. I know many of you are busy and cannot make it don't fret we are hoping to try to do them at least twice a year. I am so excited. Thank you Daniela and Michelle Kesner for making it happen.
I want to thank Daniela for hosting gingerbread house making December 13th, 2024. Everyone who is going have a great time.
We have had a great year. Hosting the convention, new member's tea, installation dinner, Children socials ,walking in our first Holiday Parade Hoilday dinner, making Gingerbread houses I want to thank all of you for making this club so wonderful. We may not always agree but that's ok as long as we have respect for each other.
As I was finishing this letter I was looking if there was anything interesting that I should put in my last letter of the year. And lo and behold December 18th is National Twin Day.
If you know of anyone in our club that is struggling for the Holidays please have them get in touch with me. It will be confidential.
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzza and Happy New Year. Have a safe holiday.
Hope to see you all at the Holiday dinner,
Love and kisses,
Diana
President