By: Barbara Bozeman 
President, NFBPWC 2024-2026

Every day filled with fun and laughter. The home of Dollywood, of course we spent time there – The exhibits were  terrific and inspired.  

The motto of Sisters on the Fly is “We have more fun than anyone” and while that is certainly true, we also raised  $20,000 for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and managed to fill at least one toy hauler trailer with supplies to  send to Western North Carolina for the post Helene efforts.  

But the sun had to set on this road trip at some point – and so it did… 

After all was said and done, for 30 days on the road, I spent 14 full days in a field, shooting a national event, 3 full days on the road in transit, 8 days camping, held one Board meeting, one EC meeting, led the Virtual Club monthly meeting, attended a UN subcommittee meeting, attended 2 Regional Meetings preparing for the International Congress and had over 10 hours of additional meetings related to BPW. 

This would all seem like “just too much” if I didn’t love what I was doing at the same time!  

So what’s next?? November is shaping up to be a busy and interesting and exciting month for us all.  

First, HAPPY BIRTHDAY to all our members who have a birthday this month. I hope you get every wish!!!  

Second, we have two important election days coming up.  

November 5^th: Regardless of which side of the aisle you stand on – this election will have a historical significance. Either we are going to have only the second president in history to have a second, non-consecutive term, or we will see the first woman president in history.  

November 21^st: At the International Congress, this is Election Day for the leadership for the next triennium of BPW International. 

There are 5 members of NFBPWC who are running for either Executive offices or to be Chair of a Standing  Committee. I’m sure you will join me in wishing them all good luck in their efforts.  

The Candidate information is available at on the International Congress website:  

https://www.bpwcongress.org/nominations/ 

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November 11^th: Veteran’s Day  

Most of you know, I am a 20-year veteran of the United States Air Force. Serving my country is one of the proudest times of my life.  

Now, I share that day with my granddaughter – who was graduating from basic training just about the same time you were electing me President.  

I hope you will find a way to recognize the Veterans in your life or seek them out to express appreciation.  

Here’s a tip: While we all appreciate the gesture of saying “Thank you for your service” – this time maybe ask a question about their service or ask them to share a good memory. We all have stories. 

And of course, this takes us to 

THANKSGIVING 

I hope all of you have are able to celebrate this holiday in the way that means the most to you.  

I hope you will take time to recognize the things we have in this life to be grateful for – even in the midst of hardships.  

I will be thinking of all of you with gratitude and wishes for continued well being and joy as the days of November wind down. 

With sincere gratitude,  

Barbara Bozeman 

President, NFBPWC 

2024-2026