As usual the Saturday afternoon session was very emotional.  We introduced all of Virginia’s Worthy Advisors and Mother Advisors.  We heard the minutes and the Treasurer’s report as the last things before the ritual closing.  Then we moved to the Baby Dedication and we heard from Kaitlyn as the next GWA.  Once that was finished, we watch the majority service which was very emotional especially since there were nine Rainbow Girls for the ceremony this year.  We took bets on when Mom Ange would start to tear up, but Mom Jean was actually worse this time because Abigale was in the majority ceremony this year.  After the majority service we held the Book of Memories ceremony, a symbol of the end of the 2020-2021 grand year.  I retired as the Grand Editor for the last time.

Isabella C.

The Saturday morning session went quickly, and we initiated a new member for Richmond Assembly.  Everyone did a great job and we got to hear both the Rose Lecture and the Dad Talk.  We ended earlier than usual so I had a little break.  Afterwards I went to the Grand Officer luncheon to end the morning.

Isabella C.

This was my first year as a Grand Officer where Virginia had a normal Grand Assembly.  The first day was exciting!  I went to the Grand Officer practices both in the morning and then again in the afternoon.  Opening session was great because my escort was my Mother Advisor, Mom Ange.  There were fewer visitors than previous Grand Assemblies, but I was still glad that we were able to be in person for a normal Grand Assembly.  Mom Paula made matching masks for all the Grand Officers which made it extra special for us!  Thanks Mom Paula, I will keep my special masks always.

Isabella C.

On Sunday we attended the Grand Installation for the new year, and Grand Worthy Advisor Kaitlyn revealed her new theme, “Have Courage and Be Kind” which is inspired by Cinderella. It was my first time being installed as a Grand Officer on the Grand floor, as I was unable to attend the session the previous year. I have always looked up to Kaitlyn, so I am very happy to serve as one of her officers. We took pictures, got our new merchandise, and finally said goodbye after a long week. I am excited to fill the station of Grand Nature and Grand Representative to Nebraska for the upcoming year and to make more memories with my Rainbow sisters!

In Rainbow Love and Service,

Zoe