As this is the last newsletter of 2021, permit me some time to reflect. As I finish my first year as president, I am so grateful for this experience. Back in December 2019, I decided to volunteer as chapter president because I saw how the dedication of the volunteers of PSHFES has benefitted the community at large and I wanted to contribute. I do not regret my decision one bit. I have learned so much about this organization and the incredible work that has been put into PSHFES, both past and present. The executive council is an amazing group of diverse, creative and energetic people who have supported me as I learn the ropes. I just want to say thank you for your support and your patience. We are heading into our second holiday season under a pandemic, and I am sure we are not where we hoped we would be but I am full of optimism. 2021 brought new opportunities for me to collaborate with many other HFE professionals in our state and in other states. I am hoping that 2022 brings the same. It never ceases to amaze me the breadth and depth of speakers who are willing to share their knowledge with our membership.