E-News on the Hill
February/March 2010
A Note from Mrs. Nix
Dear Generals,
A few weeks ago, my mother and I were caught in an expected heavy rain shower. As we found a corner to take refuge, I found it fascinating to watch the reactions of others in the crowd to this sudden deluge. Most people we saw fell into one of the following categories:
- Relish the moment! Sing, dance, giggle, and enjoy the liquid sunshine.
- Just let the rain come and keep on walking
- Complain and pout
- Put your arm around a friend and share a makeshift cover
- Improvise with a plastic bag on your head
- Always be prepared! Pull out the small folding umbrella that you carry everywhere
It occurs to me that the approach people took to the downpour is most likely the approach they take to problems that arise in their lives. We all have inconveniences in our day-to-day living - some minor, some more serious. Although we can't always control what happens to us, we can control how we react. It's easy to see that the gigglers would have an edge on the complainers in dealing with the problem. May we all be so lucky as to share our storms with a friend!
God's Peace! Go Generals!
Debbie Nix
General News
Leukemia Campaign
Our leukemia Campaign kicked-off Wednesday, February 17, with our traditional Locks of Love hair-cutting assembly. Listed are important dates that go along with the campaign: March 6- 12:00-2:00, Cornhole Tournament and Chili Cook-Off; March 5 -Dodgeball Tournament and Marathon Day; March 12 - Second Annual Golf Tournament, Beech Creek, Shotgun Start at 8:00 AM.
Shenanigans
Mark your calendar for March 13! You don't want to miss Shenanigans! It's our biggest fundraiser. There will be lots of class projects, baskets, art, jewelry, good food and a silent auction.
