And We're Back!

Hi all! We got back last night from our trip to Farm Bureau annual meeting. We had a great time! There were a few snags, such as leaving our hanging clothes hanging in the closet, but that just opened the door to a shopping trip ;-).

One of the highlights was meeting the singer who preformed at the President's Dinner and at the church service. We have attended this meeting for several years now and there are always entertainers. Never before have a felt like I was listening to tomorrow's radio hits. This guy, however, was so GOOD! And his family was great too. We sat with them at dinner on Saturday night (kind of by mistake, but oh well) and we really enjoyed it. His wife's name was also Kelly and she taught first grade before her kids were born. They farm soybeans and corn and have a seed business so there was lots to talk about. Anyway, check out his website at www.chrisfilermusic.com. Listen to "Not to the Grave." I have been all morning.

Our county also did well this year. DeKalb got top county in District 1 so Brian was able to accept several plaques on behalf of our board. Last year we were cheated out of two of our six stars. I thought we'd have mutiny on our hands. The board threatened (in jest-- I think) to only send in 4/6 of our dues since we only got 4/6 of our stars. They were really upset. So to get all six stars this year, first place in special projects, and top county felt good.

We also had a representative compete in the Ambassador Contest. Even though she didn't make it to the top three we thought she did well! And our talent show entry did great! Two little girls, barely old enough to be in their division, knocked 'em out with their production. They got second place but I think the crowd liked them best!

So, all in all it was another successful annual meeting.

But it still feels good to be back.