"Cultivators of the earth are the most valuable citizens. They are the most vigorous, the most independent, the most virtuous, and they are tied to their country and wedded to its liberty and interests by the most lasting bands."

- Thomas Jefferson

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Home Sweet Home Part II

Today was my second homecoming. I’ve been baking and giving away pulla (a very tasty Finnish sweet bread) for a couple years now and couldn’t resist keeping up with the tradition. I made the trek back to the ag building to give the pulla away, and a few other goodies.

Upon my arrival, another past officer greeted me in the hallway. Michael was the chapter president the year before me, and I must say I looked up to him and Taylor, our vice-president at the time, a great deal. The pair of them were like FFA rock stars, and I wanted to be just like them. 

It was a pleasant surprise to see him, but I instantly knew he was up to something and I figured I’d eventually get roped into it. That was the story of my life my junior year, but I loved it then and I love helping out even now.

Before I could get involved in any big projects, I went in to see Mrs. Kreatz and delivered my presents to her and Mr. Wolf. It was good to see them. Sometimes email just doesn’t cut it, but I won’t complain. I love that with technology we have the ability to be far apart geographically, yet remain close.

Soon enough I discovered what Michael was up to. He and Taylor were replacing the old paper emblem that is used for every FFA parade float. In front of me was a beautiful, thick, wooden FFA emblem. Michael was engrossed in painting it, and graciously pointed me to the brushes and paint buckets.

It was good getting back to my second home, even if I was put back to work. I have so many good memories in that building. My FFA family- both the members and all of my advisors (there’s been five different ones in my four years of high school) have played a significant role in my life. I’m glad that even though I’ve graduated, I can still give back to the organization that has pushed me to where I am now. 





1 comment:

  1. Of coarse I put you to work it wouldnt be like home if I hadn't

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