[Ashley Weed]

Wow, you are me a year ago. I was originally going to WPI - "The World of Robotics", however, a sudden and abrupt change in my life with illnesses, I was forced to accept a life here at Penn State Wilkes-Barre. With that change, I was looking forward to then working with 222 the Tigertrons, however, with continuing struggles in balancing college and my illness - it was a devastating no go. I absolutely LOVED Robotics, FIRST, and EVERYTHING about the whole season. I was devastated when it came kick-off time, and I would not experience the whole "feel" of FIRST for a year. I adapted to what I thought I could handle. As a two-year driver I could not get FIRST out of my blood.

If you are able, stay connected to the FIRST atmosphere in your own way. Become a field-reset, mentor Lego League, scorekeeper, find your own little spot in the large world we occupy. I have slowly adapted to being a cheerleader and supporting Greg through his reffing, even though I would do anything to experience being in that player station again.