It’s May already??!! This year is flying by so quickly. I am getting so excited because next month is Department Convention and program awards. I can’t wait to see you all.

 We had a great year for the Americanism program. I am so proud of all the hard work you did to promote Americanism and patriotism. I enjoyed reading all your reports and seeing the pictures of the things that you did this year.

Here are a few fun statistics I’d like to share with you:

            You gave away 9531 flags.

            You participated in 314 projects.

            You gave out 287 certificates.

            You honored 25 Gold, Blue and Silver Star families.

            You worked 1713 hours.

            You drove 9567 miles.

 We had a patriotic pumpkin decorating contest in October for Halloween, and a fun "What Holiday or Important Day is coming up next?” contest in February. All in all, a fun year.

 It has been an honor and great pleasure to be your Americanism Chairman this year. You never cease to amaze me with your creativity and dedication. Keep up the great job that you have been doing. Write those reports. Don’t be afraid to brag about the projects you are doing. You all definitely deserve a pat on the back for all that you do to promote Americanism and patriotism.

Until I see you at Convention, enjoy our gorgeous spring in Oregon.