As you read this message, my second term as President will be ending. It was indeed a great honor to have served you and this tremendous organization.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank my board members, standing committees, special committees. Thank you for your time, support, advice, volunteering and contributing to this chapter. I want to thank all of you who have helped me and worked with me throughout the past two years. It’s been a wonderful experience and I’ll have unforgettable memories.

The highlight of my two years was the planning and preparation for our chapter’s 50th anniversary celebration. I especially thank my co-chair Katsuko Brooke and the volunteer committee for their dedicated efforts. It was a beautiful accomplishment; all the positive comments are ample reward for the past year’s hard work.

I offer my congratulations to the new president elect, Nobuko Ohgi. I wish her every success in leading this chapter into the next 50 years. Please support her as you supported me over the past two years.

Once again, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your warm support. I enjoyed working with you and I cherish our friendship through flowers.

Sayonara
Shirley Hill
President