January 2021 President's Message

 Welcome to 2021. In some ways it seemed this last year would never end. In others it just flew by. Now more than ever our country has to unify and move forward. COVID-19, racial tension, political intrigue—all made 2020 a year we will never forget. But, as I ate my Hopping Johns and collard greens, I look forward with hope for a new year, a new beginning and new attitudes.

I hope everyone enjoyed the virtual Holiday Party as much as I did. There are not enough words of gratitude for Ann McKay for her technical expertise in hosting our Zoom meeting. What a great job. It was so good to see you. To say that you are missed here would be a gross understatement! And, what can I say about our hostess with the mostest—Evelyn Merk. Somehow, Evelyn always has something new and different to keep us entertained. It was a fun event, but I look forward to having an in-person party in lieu of a virtual one.

Last year Program Vice President Wilhemenia Sibley has kept us entertained and informed with wonderful program in September, October and November. I know this month's meeting will be equally worth our time. Wilhemenia seems to be able to blend her two hats as Program Chair and Public Policy Chair to keep us up to date. Elsewhere in this issue I am sure you will find program information.

Our wonderful Margaret will be sending out the link for the Zoom meeting on Tuesday. There is plenty of room for social distancing at the Byron Welcome Center, so would love to see more of you in person. Whether virtually or in person, thank you all for what you do every day to to make Every Day in Middle Georgia a better day!

Maybe we need to spread part of our Mission Statement to others—Education and Equity—for ALL!

Yours,

Marlene


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(Virtual) Holiday Party!





A virtual party is certainly not the same as a REAL in-person party, but that did not deter HoustonPeach members from gathering and celebrating in December. Many thanks to  Ann McKay (top row, center), who made the party possible by being our Zoom host (and for also providing the above screenshot). Miss you, Ann!  While food could not be the focus of the gathering like it usually is, the group enjoyed visiting, sharing scavenger hunt items and answering trivia questions, thanks to Evelyn Merk. 


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