I was able to attend the opening session of the Pennsylvania Grand Assembly this year through zoom.   Unfortunately, they were not able to accommodate out-of-state guests this year, but I could watch the sessions.  This year it was the “Spread the Sunshine” Session with Steffanie Barth as the GWA for 2020 – 2021.  The symbols for the year were sunflowers, suns, and bees.  The colors were blue, yellow, and white.  There were some interesting things that I saw this session which included in the flag tributes that specifically did a speech for the flag of Tennessee because it is the flag of the state for the Supreme Worthy Advisor.  I also found it interesting that they provide mentor awards for their adult workers to honor all that they do behind the scenes to make Rainbow girls look good.  It was a surprisingly short opening session, but there are two sessions yet to go, and I’m sure I missed some things since I only see the non-closed parts over zoom.  Looking forward to the Saturday sessions!

Isabella C.

This is what it is like when both of your brothers are DeMolays. There is ever more traveling on top of Rainbow. There is a lot of Chipotle spirit nights and game nights you are not allowed to go to. This year, I am the DeMolay flag bearer, and I wanted this flag because my brothers are 3rd generation DeMolays. For an example of it being chaotic, the other day the boys from Ashburn were late for the Conclave meeting because they went to get Mexican so I had to eat my quesadilla like the flash!

In Rainbow Love and Service,

Ella

It has been about a year of me in Rainbow. It has been a blast of fun and service. Even though we had to live through the hard times of Covid 19, your Rainbow sisters will always help you with whatever you need. I am ready to continue the journey with everyone!

In Rainbow Love and Service,

Ella