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Note from SSS “Always be a work in progress” – Emily Lillian Good day, It has been a very busy month, working on many new initiatives, discussing and exploring ways to ensure the Grove is more inclusive, diverse, and a stronger community of trust. Thank you to the nearly 160 members who filled out the…

Note from SSS Good Day, Thank you to everyone who participated in last night’s virtual session. The Executive Committee of the Grove is reviewing the feedback from the session and working on next steps, from a look at our Grove values to our processes and procedures. We know there is a lot of work to…

NOTE FROM SSS Good Day, I want to thank all the Grovers for creating the numerous zoom calls and happy hours- providing comfort, counsel, and connection to our sisters. Grove stories and inspirations shared remind us to not be so worried or desperate. It’s important to gather around and remind ourselves that we are neither…

A Note from SSS Good Day, I want to thank all the Grove speakers who have taken the time to share their knowledge on our Grove Virtual Table Topics. Especially in a time of crisis we need skilled intelligence and trust. With access to the Grove’s expertise we can keep up the social distancing without also suffering…

NOTE FROM SSS Good Day, Friendship: The Evolution, Biology, and Extraordinary Power of Life’s Fundamental Bond by Lydia Denworth In 2017, William Chopik of Michigan State University surveyed more than 270,000 adults and found that valuing family was important but valuing friendships became increasingly important with age. Those who did so had higher levels of…

NOTE FROM SSS Good Day, Hope you’ve had a great month. Our 2020 Face Book is now here! See below on how to get a hard copy. The Belizean Grove has some exciting things planned for the years ahead – be sure to read everything below and visit our website as we are constantly updating…

NOTE FROM SSS Good Day, Looking forward to seeing many of you in Puerto Rico for our 20th Anniversary Annual Retreat! The Program Committee Co-Chairs, Michelle Jordan, Linda Watt, Lara Metcalf, and Charlotte Whitmore, as well as our Puerto Rico Event Chair, Mari Carmen Aponte, Legacy Chair, Penny Peters, and our 20th Anniversary Party Chairs, Theo Schwabacher and Erin McCormick, have been…

NOTE FROM SSS Good Day, I hope everyone had a happy and healthy November. As we gear up for the busy Holiday season, please take a moment to check out some of the exciting updates from our members and some important updates on our upcoming Grove Retreat in January. Registration for the 20th Anniversary Annual Retreat in…