...and now we are closing in upon achieving a core ideal of FIRST.
Funny enough, when Brandon M told me that I knew the first inductee into the UFH "Forum of fame," I instantly thought of JVN. Its funny because I can't explain why.. I have only recently become acquainted with John and don't _really_ know him yet. However, based on all the stories I have heard and how they tie in with what I've seen thus far, I can say that V-Neun is deserving of this award. Congratulations J (number 2
)!
On another note, I can already see the storm clouds forming over this idea: human nature is a chaotic yet predictable thing. But I hope that we can all see the
intent behind this system of nominations and recognitions and allow ourselves the time needed for the method of execution to "grow on us." Maybe then it will become more routine for us to look around at those mentors working tirelessly on our behalf; working to instill within us the values to be learned from the FIRST program; who are more than willing to share with us their experience and the lessons it has taught them, and give them a wholehearted thank you. Its surprising how such a thing makes their years of effort worth wile (I mean, that is why they've worked so hard: to help even one person, to "inspire").
Being professional means doing things right. Being gracious means doing the right thing. They complement each other perfectly. But I think we should remember to use GP as a guide for our own behavior, not as a yardstick to measure others' shortcomings. - Alan Anderson [more] 
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