We headed out about 10:30 for Richmond all eight of us in Mom Erin’s car. We got there just in time to get seated. It was different to see the Worthy Advisors, Kathy and Ilana switch off, but it was the first time I have been to a Grand Visitation. They both did a great job and so did the other Sisters.

The Lodge was very pretty and seemed larger than most to me. There were lots of places to sit. Which was a good thing because there were lots of people. It was also Darby’s colors she chose as Worthy Advisor. It was fun to see all of our friends again and be able to celebrate with an Initiation of new Girls, as well as the first skit I have ever seen done by Rainbow Girls. It was pretty neat. I am sure the ones turning the lights on and off got a finger work out.

The food was wonderful also. The cake was awesome! It had candy inside of it! I am not sure how someone did that, but I think all of us were happy to find the surprise.

In Rainbow Love and Service,
Samantha, Sister of Faith
Ashburn Assembly No. 11

Where to start, I had so much fun. I was able to share with my new Sister, Kylie, and my sister from Manassas, Alexis, so much fun dancing. It was the first time that Kylie came to a Ball because she is new to Rainbow, but I know it will not be her last. The music and food were excellent as always and so many Sisters and Brothers were able to come.

I actually had the honor of getting to escort the Virginia State Grand Worthy Advisor, Katie Whidden, to be introduced. I got to hold the Red Panda in one arm and escort her with the other. It was so much fun. Also my Worthy Advisor of Ashburn Assembly, Darby, was escorted by her Dad. It was the first time for her to be presented as our Worthy Advisor.

Even though it had been a long day it was a wonderful one.

In Rainbow Love and Service,
Samantha, Sister of Faith
Ashburn Assembly No. 11

                       You’re Invited!

Who: Grand Officers, Grand Representatives and Adults

What: Our annual GO/GR trip

Where: Massanutten Water Park 1822 Resort Dr. McGaheysville, VA 22840

When: November 2^nd 2013

Cost: $25

Head Count by Oct 15. We hope to see you there!

By Kylie

Well, it all started as a normal day, then my mom dropped me off at Mom Erin’s house where I went to my very first Grand Visitation.  They were initiating two girls. It was cool to see them get initiated.  I watched and learned a lot.  At the end, we had a lot of food. The cake had candy in the middle of the rainbow. 

Then we got in car and left to go to the big dance.  It was the best dance EVER!!!  I danced with my Rainbow Sisters, Samantha, and her friend Alexis.  We were eating a lot of food. There was a lot of food.  We were running around a lot.  They had the fog machine on too high, but it was a lot of fun.

I had a great time that night, and I look forward to more fun stuff with my Ashburn Assembly.