by Jamaica Miller
Friday, July 5th was a very special day for me. I attended the board meeting, which I enjoyed. I finally met Cindy, Deb, David, Bel and Kolby in person. That night, I went to the welcome party; it was so much fun! I met Zelda for the first time that night.
On Saturday, I attended the leadership meeting, as well as the city bus tour. The tour was nice, especially since I got to spend time with Zelda. I finished off the night at the Community Meet and Greet, where I met lots of people in the community, such as Jeff and Brad.
All the fun continued on Sunday, where I started off the day at the ACB Families breakfast. I ate some yummy hash browns, and met Adam and Carla. Afterwards, I went to yet another leadership meeting, then the AAVL luncheon, where I enjoyed a great turkey wrap. I finished off my evening with the general session.
Monday, July 8th was when I officially met Liz and Katie at the exhibit hall, and then had lunch with Anthony and Gabriel at the hotel restaurant. I followed lunch with a community meeting, where I met Kathy, Nancy and Travis. I then spent my evening at the beach, where I unfortunately fell and hurt my ankle.
Tuesday I was up bright and early for the general session, but sadly had to miss the LUA meeting for an urgent care appointment. I ended up having to buy a wheelchair to get me through the week. Fortunately, I was able to make it to Bingo night. I didn’t win, but I had a great time playing alongside my helper, Jennifer.
I started my Wednesday off with the AFB breakfast and then a general session. Then I attended the BITS get-together, where I gave out the drink tickets, one of my favorite moments of the week! That evening I watched, but didn’t play, Family Feud.
The general session and ACB banquet on Thursday was a great way to finish off convention week. At the banquet, I had a table that was labeled “Friends of Jamaica!” I enjoyed sitting with Marsha, Debbie, Ron, Jennifer, Cecily Laney Nipper, Cecily Sr., and Zack!
Friday, I was on my way back to Athens. I want to thank my helpers, Jennifer and Jason, for a fun and safe week. I enjoyed my first ever in-person convention and getting to meet you all! Until next time (whenever I can make it)!