“Summer is a period of luxurious growth. To be in harmony with the atmosphere of summer, awaken early in the morning and reach to the sun for nourishment to flourish as the gardens do. Work, play, travel, be joyful, and grow into selfless service. The bounty of the outside world enters and enlivens us.”
-Paul Pitchford
Summer is here!
Do you remember that wonderful feeling of freedom that you felt as a child when summer began? Summer is such a wonderful time to take some time out and do things we don't normally do, even as adults. It is a time to refresh our body, mind and spirit; A time to "play, travel, be joyful, and grow." Maybe even take an art, photography or history class.
During these few months of the year dedicated to adventure, discovery and travel I hope that you will encourage your members to do the same and to take advantage of your reciprocal membership benefits program that will open hundreds of doors for them across all of North America. I also hope that you, the hardworking and dedicated leaders and staff members of our NARM family have a chance to explore, embark on new adventures and maybe even visit other NARM member institutions.
Have a wonderful summer and make some time to enjoy the "bounty of the outside" and inside worlds of the NARM family.
Virginia Phillippi
Executive Director
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CS flowers #2 ©North American Reciprocal Museum
(NARM) Association®
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Chill ©North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association®