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Message from the President - Sandi Croan
I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and will have a healthy, happy and photographically excellent 2011.  As I write this, I am packing to head off to San Francisco to visit with our kids and spend a few days in Mendocino, CA.  In addition to being with the kids, I am looking forward to getting some new favorite images as well as getting through my stack of photography magazines.

As we head into the New Year, it is always a time for reflection and resolutions. Here are some of my reflections and resolutions regarding NVPS:

Reflections - I have: learned so much about life and leadership in the past year and a half; gained confidence; made many new friends; learned more about photography from the wonderful speakers, workshops, field trips, competitions, members gallery/forum and members; been inspired and amazed by the high level of volunteerism and commitment of our club members; been impressed with your photography; and looked forward to seeing you all every single week.

Resolutions - I will try to:  learn all your names; bring cookies more often; think of new ways to announce the fire exits; listen to your needs and suggestions; create volunteer opportunities for those that want to become more involved; remember to thank those that volunteer; continue to work with our board and members to enhance the NVPS experience for each one of you; and to leave NVPS an even better club than it was when I became President in May, 2009.

I am already starting to think about the 2011-2012 NVPS year. We will be starting to put a slate together for the new board and other volunteer positions. A healthy organization depends on a combination of experienced and new members in these positions. Please talk to me about the ways in which you might want to be involved next year. It is not too early to start thinking about this. 

A few winter reminders:

We are in the midst of cold and flu season. Please, if you are not feeling well or even think that you might be coming down with something - STAY HOME so as not to spread the misery! 

Winter weather is definitely upon us. Please check the website and Fotofax for the club's policy on weather closings. Check WTOP www.wtop.com or Fairfax County School systems web site for closings. You can also sign up for emails or cell phone alerts http://www.fcps.edu/news/emerg.htm

I would like to wish you all a healthy, happy and safe holiday season and a wonderful New Year. And of course, make many beautiful images and memories.

Thank you for a inspiring me and helping me grow.
Happy Holidays!

Best,
Sandi Croan, President NVPS


 
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