The past two days between work and classes, I have been at the Hearnes Center for the 84th Missouri FFA Convention. I attended the Convention all four years of high school. I have stepped on that stage before thousands to be recognized as a Missouri Agribusiness Academy Delegate in 2009, Competed in Floriculture and Agricultural Sales Career Development Events, and received my State FFA Degree. This year, I stood on the other side of everything, assisting with the state Poultry Contest CDE.
Over the past two days, I have heard the dreams of young minds and the excitement of winning. There is something that happens while you wear that blue jacket. You discover a potential that is beyond your dreams.
Now I know that sometimes 4-H and FFA can seem like opposing forces and I often say that without 4-H, I would not be who I am today. You see, though, life is a brownie. 4-H is the flour, the stuff that makes a brownie a brownie. If I didn't have the eggs from FFA, all I would be stuck with is chocolatey flour. The two have gone hand-in-hand in making me into a responsible young leader.
On another note, I am very proud and happy for my hometown's FFA Chapter for receiving 3rd place at the Floriculture contest yesterday. Back when I competed, we achieved 4th place, just shy of going on stage. I congratulate all who have competed throughout the contest season.
Best Wishes,
Julia
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