crystal mountain rocks

So being on a state board of directors for a professional association is pretty darned cool. We had our annual 'summer retreat' this week, along with the two day board meeting and the change of leadership dinner. I don't think people understand the value in being involved with such a great group of people that are committed to doing what is best for kids. Spending time hearing about the great things that others are doing, the success they are having, the passion people have for their work is very encouraging. Plus it doesn't suck that just about each one of them likes to have fun as well. I got to take superstar, the girls, and the in-laws went too. We stayed in a condo and had an incredible time, even if I was busy each day....

If you have not been there, you should go:
www.crystalmountain.com
It was just a really fun few days learning and playing at the same time. What a concept, huh? It was also interesting to me to see some beautiful parts of Michigan, and to think down the road if we would see these places again. Or maybe we will be doing the same type of thing but in 'upstate' new york. Because people don't say 'up north' there, they don't. It will be fun to see what happens as we move along the path of the future.

Here is a picture of the condo we stayed in:

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Anonymous said…
Your mom stays in a condo!
June 26, 2008 at 9:10 PM
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