To my home lodge, Denton Rebekah Lodge #18 - Thank you for supporting me and offering to help me on this journey.  I truly appreciate it. 

To my past presidents - I am so humbled to be following in your footsteps.  I could not fulfill the obligations of this position without your help and guidance.  I will honor this office and fulfill the requirements to the best of my ability.  I look forward to my year and working with you for the good of our order.  

 

I was told by a member of my lodge that "Here I was going in as President and I didn't know anything."  No, I don't know anything; but, I do know where to go look things up and who to ask.  I have some very special ladies who have been my role models since the beginning.  They have taken me under their wings, propped me up, advised me, and helped me over the speed bumps.  I am fortunate to have Karen, Rosie, Marie, Sharon and Margaret as my guiding friends these past 2 years.  Ms. Faye Brothers, the lady who started me on this journey, is one of my guardian angels now.  

 

I also would like to mention the Executive Committee I have been under since I was elected Warden.  I am honored to be able to follow two excellent Presidents, Robin and Pam, and my now Vice President, Terry Adams, who is the best!

 

To my Grand Master:

Dan, as you and I began this journey 2 years ago, we decided then that whatever came up we would talk about it, listen to each other's ideas, and come to a solution that we both could agree on.  We've encountered a couple of speed bumps but have always agreed on a course of action and moved on.  As we begin this year of our journey, I am excited to see what it will bring.  I pledge you my full support.  Let us remember the responsibilities our brothers and sisters have entrusted us with as we work for the good of our Order.

I am truly blessed to have you as my Grand Master.

 

Loretta

 

 

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"Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth."