I don't know about you, but I am so pleased to have the Foothills Chapter Footfalls newsletter back in print once again. I really missed reading it.
Well, it's been an exciting last two years acting as Chair for Foothills. I had no idea what the job would entail, but to my surprise it has been a very enjoyable journey. The amount of volunteerism has been outstanding. Running this chapter cannot be done by a few, but many. I want to thank all the board members, first and foremost Kim Frederick, who not only has hosted our Summer and Christmas Parties, but really helped me with all the fine details. It made the journey much more enjoyable for sure. She was always there to listen and advise. Thank you, Kim, for being there the last 2 years with me. What friends will do, hee.
And of course our great website, newsletter editor, gate keeper at shows, scorer, just your all-around helper with a smile---JIM SHEWBRIDGE. He has been with the chapter along with his wife, our volunteer coordinator Joan Shewbridge, for more years than I can remember. Those two are tireless volunteers, at least it seems that way. When I broached the subject of bringing back the newsletter in print, I expected him to throw his pizza at me. But, no, he once again stepped up to the challenge and said "YES". There aren't enough words to say how thankful we are as a chapter to have Jim and Joan Shewbridge. Next time you see them, tell them thank you!!!
New in 2008 was our show secretary, Michele Scott. Wow, did she do a fantastic job. The shows ran like a dream. What an outstanding job! Thank you, Michele. Through all of her contacts with companies, Michele was able to have all of our prizes donated which was a great saving for our Chapter.
Next is our chapter secretary Krista Christian. She is always there to type away at our meetings. During some of our heated discussions and sometimes flying off of the mouth, I will look over at her to say, "Oh don't type that" hee hee. She just gives me that nod, "don't worry". The minutes come back with unbelievable speed. Another awesome volunteer, and thank you Krista.
Our awards coordinator Christine Hendricks. Now there is a job I never had to worry about. She was on it. We always had the right amount of ribbons and prizes for all of our shows. Remember those beautiful wine glasses and tumblers, that was her doing. Never did I have to follow up with her, it was just done. Thank you Christine.
This last year we had a new treasurer Peggy McGaw. She just stepped right in and took over the job. Again we never had to worry about the important job that she is providing for our chapter. I don't know about you, but diving into someone else’s accounting practices isn't that easy. But Peggy makes it look that way. Thank you Peggy.
I have really enjoyed getting to know more of the members and of course our board members. So as I come down to the end of my Chair position in December I will be passing on the duties of Chapter Chair to our newest volunteer, oops… who?
Well, you'll just have to come to our CHRISTMAS PARTY at Kim Frederick’s house December 11th at 6:30p.m. to find out whom our next Chair will be!!! Evite to follow. It should be a hoot as usual, gift exchange, foodies, and fun.
Your outgoing Chair,
Blythe Lehmann
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It's a new year and we as a chapter have many fun things planned for 2008. Our first chapter business will be our April Awards Dinner. Last year we held it at Mark and Monica's in Granite Bay. There might be a problem having it there this year. I won't know till March. So if anybody knows of a place to hold a banquet for 50 or so people, please let me know. The awards dinner is when we pass out the CDS plaques with your number of rosettes earned last year (2007).
This year Michele Vaughn "director at large" has asked if she could attend the meeting and talk with our members. This is a great opportunity to voice our concerns about CDS, Annual Show etc. I ran into Michele and Bobbie Keville at the last show at Rancho Murieta. My first question is "what is going on about the Annual Show in 2009"???? Rancho Murieta is under new management and they have done a huge improvement to the facility. All the stalls have been leveled with new DG. They are doing renovations to the Race Barn, there are new wash racks everywhere. They have upgraded the RV parking and are planning to put more RV spots over by the Race barn. If we want to bring back the annual show to Rancho Murieta we better start complaining now!!!! Both Bobbie and Michele said we should each email each member of CDS and voice our concerns. If we just sit back and do nothing, we certainly can't complain.
We have 243 voices that can be heard, let's do it!!!
I cannot represent all of you. If you show, or you want to attend, either helping your friends or scribing or volunteering and it's important where the Annual Show is, write-email-call. The CDS board members are:
Now that I have that off my shoulders and onto yours, let's talk about other chapter fun.
We have two schooling shows this year. We couldn't get dates for any One Star shows. Since our shows are at PEC we were in conflict with Mari Naten's shows. The first show in June, we are having a huge tack swap. We are renting out spots for $25.00 or whatever you would like to donate to Foothills. So start saving your old tack. Our next show is in July 27th. Coolers to the top winners. Looking forward to seeing you all at the April Awards Dinner, OH!!!! we will be holding a drawing during the evening which will go toward a Vet Acupuncture treatment with Dr. Linda Lauper to be held during our summer BBQ at my house in Granite Bay. I have room for the winner to bring her or his horse over and they can stay the day in my stall. I will be sending out her bio, coming soon.
Take Care,
Blythe Lehmann
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