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 SINCERELY, SHARON
from the desk of SHARON R. SMITH, Executive Director
In preparation for writing my FINAL Senior Advisor column, I went back and dug out my FIRST Senior Advisor column. And, as I read through that old issue, I realized that much more than just how I look in my picture has changed. In fact, I cannot think of a single thing about me that is the same as before I became your Executive Director in 1993.
I am changed... because you changed me.
BEFORE: I was 5’11” and weighed 152 pounds
AFTER: I am 5’ 9” and weigh 1 ? ? pounds (seniors bake with real butter)
BEFORE: I usually went to work at 8 a.m. and left at 5:30 p.m.
AFTER: I often come to work at 5:30 a.m. and leave at 8 p.m.
BEFORE: I had a brand new Master’s Degree and knew all the answers about how to serve seniors
AFTER: I am humbled by all there is still to learn about how to serve seniors
BEFORE: I preferred “going it alone” and making all the important decisions myself
AFTER: I am grateful for the dedication and insight of the Governance Board of Directors, Senior Advisory Committee, and community leaders
BEFORE: Most of my friends were members of my college sorority
AFTER: My best friends are members of the Senior Center
BEFORE: I was sure that earning a big paycheck was the way to measure career success
AFTER: I know that measuring by mission, not money, is the only way for a Human Service organization (and it’s CEO) to be successful
BEFORE: I couldn’t understand how so many people could expect so much from just me
AFTER: I can’t believe how so many people are willing to give so much to just me
I thought my last written words would be that it has been an honor and a privilege to serve as the Senior Center’s C.E.O. for the last 17 years. But, the truth is, that the honor and privilege has been in serving you — my members. So, please know that I am eternally grateful for YOU and, borrowing this closing from my friend Eva Frisbie:
Blessings & Love,
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Sincerely,
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