Amanda Keith
- Oct 8, 2004 6:28 pm
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Interested in Ambassador program
My name is Amanda and I am also interested in the Ambassador program. My daughter was born at 26 weeks her story is in the share my story section titled Sarah Elizabeth's Story. I have contacted my state MOD office by email and I haven't heard anything. I also have contacted them about volunteering before also by email and never heard anything. Any advice
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Marc Sirkin (Oct 8, 2004 6:51 pm)
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Marc Sirkin
- Oct 8, 2004 6:51 pm
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Replying to:
Amanda Keith (Oct 8, 2004 6:28 pm)
Interested in Ambassador program: My name is Amanda and I am also interested in the Ambassador program. My daughter...
Re: Interested in Ambassador program
Amanda,
What state are you in? Email me and I'll see what I can do - msirkin@marchofdimes.com Also, check my blog for more info as it develops... http://208.185.150.64/.ee81cee Marc
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Kristie Conrad
- Oct 12, 2004 6:09 pm
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Michele Reeves (Oct 7, 2004 8:37 pm)
Re: Ambassador Family: Kristie, First of all CONGRATULATIONS on Christopher's birth!! I hope he is doing well and...
Re: Ambassador Family
Hi again Michele,
I tried to get in touch with my local MOD chapter about being an ambassador family, and about just volunteering in general, but I am yet to hear back from them. I am located in Central NJ. Any suggestions???
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Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 12:55 am)
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JCCrooks
- Oct 12, 2004 8:14 pm
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Re: Ambassador Family
My daughter was the local Ambassador Child in 2001 and 2002. We still do events when asked and we love it! Kellie was born at 22 weeks, 4 days on 02/20/2000. She was 1 lb 2 oz (527 gms) and 11.5 in. (29 cm). She has an extensive website at: http://fourcrooks.home.att.net Some of her MOD newspaper articles are listed on her site. She was on TV three times and in the paper four times (not all MOD related). She's now 4.5 years old, beautiful, and smart. She does have mild CP and some autistic characteristics, but both are improving. She's petite, but has caught up in height to many of her peers - she's just still thin! Please visit her site for morn than you'd ever need to know! Julie Crooks
fourcrooks@att.net
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Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 1:00 am)
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Mike Schindler
- Oct 13, 2004 1:34 am
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Walk Ambasadors
Hello,
As a walkAmerica chairperson we are always looking--well once a year we are looking for the next years Walk Ambassador. I am looking for a family in the Chambersburg, Pa. area. You can use the link Marc provided above to email your state chapter who should forward your story and desire to your local community director for consideration.
If you are in my area, just email me through the link in this site.
Good Luck, and thanks for wanting to help the MOD's.
Mike Schindler
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Marc Sirkin (Oct 13, 2004 3:06 am)
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Marc Sirkin
- Oct 13, 2004 3:06 am
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Replying to:
Mike Schindler (Oct 13, 2004 1:34 am)
Walk Ambasadors: Hello,
As a walkAmerica chairperson we are always looking--well once a year we are looking for the next...
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Mike,
Thanks for the post... perhaps you can tell folks what they can expect as a local or walk ambassador. What sorts of things do you get involved with? What is the time committment?
I think perhaps this would be a terrific live chat topic - we might even ask you to join in!
Marc
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Eliezrah
- Oct 13, 2004 11:16 am
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I have also tried to get in touch with my local office and have not heard anything back from them. I sent them my birth story, I e-mailed them to volunteer, and nothing. I live in northern NJ in Morris County. Any help would be gratly appreciated! Thanks!
Michele, we call her Jackie Paige usually but when I write about her I usually just type JP sinceit's easier! LOL
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Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 1:02 am)
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Kelly Thompson
- Oct 14, 2004 4:08 pm
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MOD Ambassador
Michelle,
I am the mother of 2 preemies. Faith was born 8/31/00 at 32 weeks and weighed 3lbs. 8oz. and Garret was born 1/9/04 at 32 weeks and weighed 3lbs. 6 oz. Faith was in the NICU for 7 1/2 weeks and had oxygen until she was 6 months old. Garrett was in the NICU for a month.
I would love more info on becoming a MOD Ambassador in our area!
Thanks,
Kelly
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Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 1:05 am)
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MamideKaiyHeath
- Oct 16, 2004 12:41 am
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Hi Michelle,
My name is Camille and I am from Pittsbugrh, PA. I have participated in the WalkAmerica 2 years in a row. I wrote two years ago to our local chapter and they were quick to respond with information, but at the time we were dealing with my older's son (not a preemie) Special Needs, so couldn't volunteer. But both years we did do the WalkAmerica, that was the least I could do. My youngest son Heath was born at 30 weeks, weighing in at 4 pounds 9 ounces. He is my wild man, and never had any complications. He received excellent care at the Magee Women's Hospital, and thrived from the beginning. My oldest son Kai, was full term but was diagnosed with Autism. We are finally caught up with all the services we need for my Kai so for the next WaklAmerica I would love to volunteer, and would be interested in becoming an ambassador family as well.
I will be sure to contact my local chapter. Thanks!!!
WAlkAmerica
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Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 1:08 am)
Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 1:09 am)
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AprilK
- Oct 16, 2004 8:38 pm
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HI,
My name is April and we are the local Ambassador family for our county! I have enjoyed doing it! I have spoken at several events, including a recent nurse symposium! Sophia is on the poster for our local Culinary Showcase gala! She also had a photo shoot for the local Infant Health Leadership awards.
So what does one do to be considered for the national ambassador role????
For those of you interested in being a local ambassador, DO IT!! It's been a wonderful experience for us!!!
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Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 1:13 am)
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Mommy2Eleanor~Rose
- Oct 16, 2004 11:06 pm
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Hello,
My name is Deborah,and my daughter,Eleanor~Rose was born premature.This was the first year becoming an Ambassador to the March of Dimes,and I was very excited for her.
We helped kick of Walk America at Griffith Park in CA,and she got to meet Mickey&Minie Mouse,she was happy for that.She also got to ride on an old fashioned fire truck,and wave to all the people who were walking the route.
I had walked for the very first time last year,and it was a very emotional thing for me to do.I was actually crying as I crossed the finish line,unfortunately,I was by myself that day,but this year,I was on stage talking about how my daughter is thriving ,and that with the help of the March of Dimes,that more babies,and parents can get the help that they need.
I look forward to getting to know all of you on here.Have a great weekend.
Deborah&Eleanor~Rose.
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Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 12:57 am)
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 18, 2004 12:55 am
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Replying to:
Kristie Conrad (Oct 12, 2004 6:09 pm)
Re: Ambassador Family: Hi again Michele,
I tried to get in touch with my local MOD chapter about being an...
Re: Ambassador Family
Kristie,
Did you leave a phone message? I know most of the staff was at the National Volunteer Leadership conference. E-mail me with your contact info and I will see if I can get someone in touch with you!!
Thanks for hanging in there with us!!
Hugs!
Michele
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Kristie Conrad (Oct 18, 2004 2:43 am)
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 18, 2004 12:57 am
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Mommy2Eleanor~Rose (Oct 16, 2004 11:06 pm)
Hello, My name is Deborah,and my daughter,Eleanor~Rose was born premature.This was the first year becoming an Ambassador to the March...
Re: March of Dimes Ambassador Family
Deborah,
How exciting for you and Eleanor~Rose! How amazing is it for you to go from crying at the finish line to being on stage with your thriving daughter!! You go girl!!!!!
Hugs!
Michele
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Mommy2Eleanor~Rose (Oct 18, 2004 11:40 pm)
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 18, 2004 1:00 am
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JCCrooks (Oct 12, 2004 8:14 pm)
Re: Ambassador Family: My daughter was the local Ambassador Child in 2001 and 2002. We still do events when...
Re: Ambassador Family
Julie,
What an amazing site you have set up!! I am so excited for you and Kellie!!
Thanks for sharing with us!!
Hugs!
Michele
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 18, 2004 1:02 am
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Eliezrah (Oct 13, 2004 11:16 am)
I have also tried to get in touch with my local office and have not heard anything back from them....
Re: March of Dimes Ambassador Family
Let me see what I can do!! Thanks for hanging in there and being willing!!
Hugs!
Michele
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 18, 2004 1:05 am
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Kelly Thompson (Oct 14, 2004 4:08 pm)
MOD Ambassador: Michelle, I am the mother of 2 preemies. Faith was born 8/31/00 at 32...
Re: MOD Ambassador
Hey, Kelly!
It is great to meet you and hear part of your story!! What an amazing journey you have been on TWICE!!
As has been written before, try to contact your local March of Dimes office or let me know where you are located and I will get someone to contact you!!
Hugs to you and your two miracles!!
Michele Reeves
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 18, 2004 1:08 am
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MamideKaiyHeath (Oct 16, 2004 12:41 am)
Hi Michelle, My name is Camille and I am from Pittsbugrh, PA. I have participated in the WalkAmerica 2 years...
Re: March of Dimes Ambassador Family
Camille, Thank you so much for your willingness to help this wonderful cause!!! I know you have your hands full with your older son and I hope all is going well with him now!! Amanda and I were in Pittsburgh in January of this year. I think we caused a blizzard when we came, most of the events had to be canceled because of the weather.  Pittsburgh is a lovely place and such a beautiful place to walk, only you would need warmer weather than January!! Thanks again for sharing and give Kai and Heath a hug from us!! Hugs!
Michele
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 18, 2004 1:09 am
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Replying to:
MamideKaiyHeath (Oct 16, 2004 12:41 am)
Hi Michelle, My name is Camille and I am from Pittsbugrh, PA. I have participated in the WalkAmerica 2 years...
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 18, 2004 1:13 am
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AprilK (Oct 16, 2004 8:38 pm)
HI, My name is April and we are the local Ambassador family for our county! I have enjoyed doing it!...
Re: March of Dimes Ambassador Family
April,
Thanks for encouraging others to be a local ambassador! I know you and Sophia did a great job for the March of Dimes!!!
There is more information about being a National Ambassador on the March of Dimes website. We were nominated by our state chapter, then went through an extensive interview process.
Have you seen the announcement for the 2005 family? There story is incredible and they are the nicest family! We had the privilege of meeting them this week at the National Volunteer Leadership Conference!
Hugs!
Michele
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Kristie Conrad
- Oct 18, 2004 2:43 am
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Replying to:
Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 12:55 am)
Re: Ambassador Family: Kristie, Did you leave a phone message? I know most of the staff was at the...
Re: Ambassador Family
Thanks Michele,
Actually that day someone did get in touch with me, and I went to an ambassador training the next day. I am very excited. I was also contacted by the March of Dimes Family Support person in the NICU Christopher graduated from. I am going to be helping out on one of the committees. Thank you so much for your help.
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Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 4:58 pm)
AprilK (Oct 19, 2004 12:02 am)
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 18, 2004 4:58 pm
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Kristie Conrad (Oct 18, 2004 2:43 am)
Re: Ambassador Family: Thanks Michele,
Actually that day someone did get in touch with me, and I went to an...
Re: Ambassador Family
Kristie,
I am so happy to hear that you will be getting involved!!
You will love the NICU Family support program! The NICU that Amanda was born in was one of the 3 pilot sites for the project and it is such a wonderful program now! Thank you MOD!!
Let me know if I can help in any other way!!
Hugs!
Michele
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Kristie Conrad (Oct 19, 2004 3:12 am)
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Mommy2Eleanor~Rose
- Oct 18, 2004 11:40 pm
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Replying to:
Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 12:57 am)
Re: March of Dimes Ambassador Family: Deborah, How exciting for you and Eleanor~Rose! How amazing is it for...
Re: March of Dimes Ambassador Family
Thank you Michele,
It was a very emotional experience for me as well.When I first heard about Walk America,it was in 2002,but it was too late for me to join in,because it was just days away.So I got online donated,and then wrote an email to my local chapter.
I had gotten a response,but a meeting never got scheduled.So in 2003,I registered to walk,and when I saw the Ambassador families,even the National Ambasador "Emma Henderson" was there with her parents
I thought wanted to share my experience,and help MOD knowing that without the invention of Surfacant,my daughter may not be here.I then made sure that I would contact them again.
After a year of sending,and resending her story which never made it to their website that they wanted to put it on,I finally got in contact with a woman from the local chapter here in S.CA.
I have been told now that both Northern,and Southern CA chapters are going to be merged together,and alot of things will be happening more.I hope so,as we only did Walk America.I am glad that I now have her story in the share your story site,under My Eleanor~Rose.
I really love this place,and all the wealth of information there is here for all parents.I have been on other Premature baby sites,and even host one where I met many friends who helped me during my daughter's 2 NICU stays,and I have lionked them to here hoping that they will post here as well.
Anyways,thank you,and sorry for the book.LOL!It always seems to happen to me every time I talk about my daughter,and her early birth,it's like once I start,I can't stop,and she'll be 5 next month,you'd think I'd stop already.LOL!
have a good evening.
Deborah&Eleanor~Rose.
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AprilK
- Oct 19, 2004 12:02 am
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Kristie Conrad (Oct 18, 2004 2:43 am)
Re: Ambassador Family: Thanks Michele,
Actually that day someone did get in touch with me, and I went to an...
Re: Ambassador Family
You mean there's training you're supposed to go through for being an ambassador?? I was just kinda thrown into it. As much as I love MOD, I don't think our office does a very good job of recognizing ALL the local ambassadors. Our office deals with 3 different counties and since one of the families as been at it longer they tend to get the most attention. It's a bit annoying because everyone has different experiences to share ya know??
Our NICU doesn't have the Family support in effect, but I'm going to talk to them about starting a support group for the parents!
What kind of training did you do?
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Kristie Conrad (Oct 19, 2004 3:17 am)
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Kristie Conrad
- Oct 19, 2004 3:12 am
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Replying to:
Michele Reeves (Oct 18, 2004 4:58 pm)
Re: Ambassador Family: Kristie, I am so happy to hear that you will be getting involved!! You will...
Re: Ambassador Family
Thanks Michele,
I am very excited about it!! Thet actually did the launch while Christopher was in the NICU, and it is the first in NJ. I was one of the mom's interviewed for our local TV stations at the time. It was also nice being a new mom and giving my perspective on the program. I can't say enough about the NICU and the MOD. I want to help anyway I can.
hugs to you too
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Kristie Conrad
- Oct 19, 2004 3:17 am
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AprilK (Oct 19, 2004 12:02 am)
Re: Ambassador Family: You mean there's training you're supposed to go through for being an ambassador?? I was just kinda...
Re: Ambassador Family
The training was basically an introduction. There were two other families there so we shared stories. We watched a video about the walk, and talked with the MOD women that were there about different things we can do in our communities and things that are ok to say during interviews and such as well as things that are best said another way. I liked it mostly because it made us feel like we were there to do something good, and not left to tread water if that makes any sense.
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Marina
- Oct 19, 2004 4:17 am
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Re: Ambassador Family
Michelle I read your story and I can relate. My daughter was born at 23 weeks weighing 1lb. 6oz. 12in. She was so tiny. My ring could also go around her whole arm. She spent 99 days in the NICU. And blessed to god she was and is still so healthy. She had no bleeds, no holes in her heart, nothing! She had her typical roller coaster days, but never anything major. I spent morning, noon, and night with her. Today she is a healthy 4 year old. We are getting ready to celebrate her 5th birthday. She is in Pre-K and loves every minute of it. My heart aches to see her grow so fast and be so independent. She wears glasses and attends speech therapy, once a week at school. I'm just so glad to hear of another 23 weeker being completely healthy. I would love to get involved with the March of Dimes, so any information would be greatly appreciated. 
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Michele Reeves (Oct 19, 2004 7:45 pm)
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 19, 2004 7:45 pm
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Replying to:
Marina (Oct 19, 2004 4:17 am)
Re: Ambassador Family: Michelle I read your story and I can relate. My daughter was born at 23 weeks...
Re: Ambassador Family
Marina, 1st of all, CONGRATULATIONS!!! 2nd of all, enjoy her 5th birthday...you deserve it!! I am so glad she is doing well!! Being an ambassador is very rewarding!! You can go to marchofdimes.com and find your local office or let me know where you are located and I will pass your information along!! Hugs!
Michele
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Marina (Oct 24, 2004 5:27 am)
Christy (Oct 27, 2004 2:11 am)
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Marina
- Oct 24, 2004 5:27 am
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Replying to:
Michele Reeves (Oct 19, 2004 7:45 pm)
Re: Ambassador Family: Marina, 1st of all, CONGRATULATIONS!!! :smile: 2nd of all, enjoy her 5th birthday...you deserve it!! I...
Re: Ambassador Family
I received your message, thanks for getting back.
I live in a little town called Kenedy, Texas. I am between San Antonio, Texas and Corpus Christi, I am 60 miles from each city. So whatever you can help me with would be such great joy. I am so thankful for everything that the March of Dimes has done to my family that I just want to take the time to give back to others. I want my daughter to also get involved.
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mbliss
- Oct 24, 2004 8:52 pm
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2003 Austin Texas ambassador family here...
Hi michelle,
You are right, the experience is amazing. I can't imagine how much travel you had to do as the national ambassador family. I am originally from Greenville, so when you guys were selected, it was right at the end of my stent as ambassador here. My mom cut the article out of the Greenville paper and mailed it to me. My mom and dad still live in greenville (well mauldin actually). We are planning on applying for the national ambassador family for next year (2006). My boys are only 3 now, and i think they want them to be tlaking a little better.
How did that all work out with missing school?
Michelle
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Michele Reeves (Oct 25, 2004 3:34 pm)
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Michele Reeves
- Oct 25, 2004 3:34 pm
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Replying to:
mbliss (Oct 24, 2004 8:52 pm)
2003 Austin Texas ambassador family here...: Hi michelle, You are right, the experience is amazing. I can't imagine how...
Re: 2003 Austin Texas ambassador family here...
Hey, Michelle!
I live in Simpsonville, so when you get "home" let me know and maybe we can get together!!
The school has been VERY supportive. Also, when we go on our trips, the chapters have been very good about planning for us to do things that are educational...Children's museum in Providence, RI...Betsy Ross' house in Philly...Polar Beverages in MA...lots of different things! It has been an amazing experience in more than one way!! Also, Amanda's school got involved by doing a map of where Amanda was traveling! They would put a pin and talk about the area that Amanda was visiting that day!
It is a win-win situation for the child and the school!! Good luck and let me know when you will be in SC!
Hugs!
Michele
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