Here it is almost the end of my third month in office, where oh where does the time go? Seems the older I get, the faster time disappears from me.

Attended the Regional and National Specialties at Rend Lake Resort in Illinois. I want to send out a big welcome for members and non members who came to support the Regional and National Specialties. Everyone in attendance seemed to have a great time, beautiful Resort, lovely show area, and lots to catch up on from old friend I haven"t seen in a while, and to meet many members I have not met before

The first night at the Resort, I tripped over a raised sidewalk, falling on my left knee, right arm and face. Supported a beautiful black eye, full leg brace on my leg, and did manage to judge the puppy sweeps at the Regional, just 3 hours after returning from the Emergency room.

Loved all of the puppies shown too me, way to go all exhibitors, didn"t see any puppy that I would not have been proud to take home with me. Keep up the good work.

I would like to welcome my entire board, Victor Cohen, V. President, Trish Swagerty, Treasure, Linda Bittner, Secretary, board members, Thelma Carlson, Beverly Merritt, Kathleen Sepulveda, Sue Spencer and Jackie Valentine. Also AKC Delegate, Vince Adams.

Any members with concerns are encouraged to contact anyone one the board, that is the only way we know, members are not happy. We are not mind readers, nor can we guarantee an immediate answer, but all of us are willing to do what we can.

Sincerely, Rosa JCCA President