From the President
Dear EO Melbourne,
With Christmas’ imminent arrival at our doorsteps and today being the last operating business day for many, I hope that each and every one of us get moments and space to slow down, reflect on the 2019 calendar year that has come to pass, and spend quality time with those we cherish and love.
Whether it be breaking bread over Christmas lunch, sharing treasured memories during Christmas eve, or opening/watching our loved ones open their Christmas gifts with anticipation and excitement on Christmas Day while we snack on leftovers from the night prior, the upcoming holiday season is an opportunity for us to slow down, hit the pause button, and be amongst those we hold near and dear to us.
I’m pleased to report that the first 2 quarters of the 2019/2020 term has brought with it the achievement of many milestones for our Chapter. However, as I drafted this letter at my desk, I found myself self-editing entire paragraphs. Finally, I decided that these details are better served in our next update and for today, it is best to keep the message simple and concise: I, and our 2019/2020 Board, wish each and everyone a joyous and safe holiday filled with much genuine happiness, laugh-until-your-cheeks-hurt moments, the opportunity for many deep and meaningful conversations (maybe even ones that we have been putting off for a while), conversations of substance, and joyful memories that we’ll treasure forever.
As we wind down the year, and as I do every month, I sign off with inviting you to think back to our theme this year “Our Best Year Yet!” and to think about that 1 thing that if you achieve it, will make you want to jump up on the table, pop open a bottle of champagne, and start dancing.
With Warmth,
Kym Huynh
President 2019/2020