In 2018 I was asked to be President of the newly formed Lake Texoma Parrot Head Club in Pottsboro, Texas. I knew nothing about PHIP, but after considerable research I was excited to become part of the PHIP family. I quickly formed a BOD, wrote our clubs bylaws, and set out to recruit members for this “party with a purpose” club. When I moved, and left the Lake Texoma area we had over 200 members. My husband, Steve and I decided after the Covid pandemic we were ready for a new adventure. We loved Florida, so we set out to find our next home and community. We fell in love with Punta Gorda in 2021, and decided to build our retirement home in this great community. I was so excited that this area had a Parrot Head Club. We joined the Charlotte Harbor Parrot Head Club months before we even moved. I wanted to be able to jump right in when we arrived. I contacted Jerry with my experience and asked what I could do to help. I was brought on the BOD as Chair of New Member Liaisons. I started a program, and had a great group on my committee. I was then appointed by the BOD as Vice President. After 17 years of leading this great club, Jerry decided to step down, and as Vice President my duty was to fill the remainder of Jerry’s term. I love the music, but my favorite part is what this club does for this community. My favorite Jimmy Buffet quote is, Take it all in…it’s as big as it seems. Count all your blessings. Remember your dreams. Im excited to lead this club into its next adventure.