Thursday, August 18, 2011

Forever grateful










At the end of this years county fair Julie Tracy, one of the Glenview Clovers 4-H leaders announced her plans to step down from the club. Julie first came to the farm as just a mom of a potential 4-H'er. She and John were one of only a few families that came to that first informational meeting. After a few years, Julie stepped up to help out with the club in a more official role as co-leader. Over the years we have gotten to benefit from Julie's many talents and kind heart. She is a consummate teacher. When she didn't know an answer she would go and figure it out and then find the perfect way to present it so the kids could understand. One of the absolute highlights for the club would have to have been when she cold-called Temple Grandin and invited her to come check out Wagner Farm and talk with the club about proper livestock handling. To have a legend like Dr. Grandin visit the farm speaks to Julie's commitment and excitement for that next learning opportunity. Thank you Julie for a job well done even through the blood, sweat and tears... and yes mud.