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Monday, June 13, 2011

Vanessa's Promise Luncheon


Last week I was honored to help out with the annual Vanessa's Promise luncheon.  The event kicked off with a moving poem about the impacts of child abuse delivered by a young girl.  I have to admit there may not have been a dry eye in the room.  As the lunch progressed we were able to see video clips as well as hear yet another moving story delivered by grandparents that were re-introduced to the role of parenting.  It was very powerful to listen as they described the events that occured placing them into the role of primary care givers for their newborn grandaughter.  At the conclusion of the event it was amazing to watch not only my table members but others dig deep to ensure this critical organization not only sustains itself but has the resources to provide care for additional children.  Thank you so much to the many Sterling Savings Bank employees who filled our three tables as well as all of the other table captains.   Special thank you to Kristin and Kim for volunteering to join forces with this organization. 

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Spokane, Washington, United States
Growing up in a small rural community in Eastern Washington allowed me to discover and grow into the woman you see now. I was born on March 4, 1965 in the Othello hospital and 18 years later graduated from Othello High School ~ go Huskies! I am now a wife, mother, and grandmother. I am deeply committed to emotional and physical health and work diligently to strengthen both my mind and body through exercise. I am a graduate of Whitworth University ~ go Pirates, and Gonzaga University ~ go Zags! My passion is focused on mentoring the youth in our communities by showing them the power of critical thinking and authentic leadership. By applying the principles of emotional intelligence we can successfully arm our youth with the tools to move our global community to the next level. I am currently involved with Big Brothers & Big Sisters as well as HOBY. Both of these organizations share my passion for youth leadership in the community. In addition to youth leadership I am involved with Vanessa Behan's Crisis Nursery. I urge you to view the links I have provided so that you may learn more about these special organizations.