Welcome Friends of Bill W. and Guests,

I would like to say thank you to a wonderful AA committee, along with Al-Anon & Alateen members who participated with us throughout out the year.

Many helping hands were involved, and I'm so grateful to have had this opportunity to have worked with y'all to make this year successful.

Our theme this year, OUR HATS ARE OFF TO YOU, is a thank you for those that have come before me and showed me the way, as well as those new to our marvelous way of life.

Times are hard for many of us: financial loss, loss of a home, job or even a loved one. I was told from the beginning that if I showed up and did as I was told, I would never have to do anything alone again. I found this to be true – that just by showing up and being a part Alcoholics Anonymous, that there is a solution.

Thanks to all of you that have guided me throughout the past year.  With these wonderful people I have been able to be of service to you and the convention.

This is the 37th year and we have a full weekend planned for you starting with hospitality, entertainment, marathon meetings, golf and dancing.

Come join us for the fellowship and Our Hats are Off to You!!!

Stop by and say hi to me, I will be the one wearing a hat!

Yours in service,
Irene F.
2012 A.A.Convention Chairperson