April 1, 2013 Public Service

Real knowledge is to know the extent of one's ignorance.
Confucius

Spring Flowers

Tonight I will be sworn in as a village board member.This is a position that I am approaching with both excitement and trepidation. I know little of local government, but I have the desire and motivation to make a difference in my community through this process. As I age, I have come to realize that the more I comprehend, the greater is my awareness that there is much of which I remain ignorant. A life spent learning is a life well lived! While I become familiar with the management of the village, I will rely heavily on the expertise of the the two office assistants who are always willing to answer my questions and share their wisdom. Today I brought them a bouquet of daffodils to brighten their desks and offer thanks for all the aid they will be giving me in these next months as I tackle my new responsibility.