Thank you. I appreciate that.
I became a military spouse seven years ago and started hearing of the great need our community had. I realized that I have a lot of tools in my tool box and the ability to meet some of those needs, so I took the opportunity to basically just be present. I read the relocation manual every year so that when spouses ask about moving, I can help answer those questions.
I also have had the opportunity to sit on the board of directors of the local MFRC, as well as to spearhead a community grassroots support network, which has been extremely life-giving to our community.
Those are some of the reasons why I was recognized, but I do want to amplify the fact that I am just one spouse and that there are many like me who take the opportunity to use their abilities, gifts and education to impact the defence community.