Today Happy and I went to the YMCA for the last time, as our Y will close on Monday. Over the last two years I have had a chance to see the mission of the organization at work in a different way than I (as an employee of 9 years) ever have before - because it was me & my children benefiting together.
The Y, and particularly the North Bay Y, saw me through some tough times, mainly the death of my father. My dad and I worked together at the Y when he became ill. Words can't describe the support my family received from the Y, not just from the amazing staff, but also the members, when he suddenly passed away....The Y was there for my nephews when they first moved to the area. Me and my dad were able to bring them with us to the Y for camp while my sister got adjusted to a new job.
I could go on and on but I think you get the point that the North Bay YMCA meant a lot to me personally.
Thank you to all the staff, past and present, for creating such a sense of community, such a caring environment. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
The Y, and particularly the North Bay Y, saw me through some tough times, mainly the death of my father. My dad and I worked together at the Y when he became ill. Words can't describe the support my family received from the Y, not just from the amazing staff, but also the members, when he suddenly passed away....The Y was there for my nephews when they first moved to the area. Me and my dad were able to bring them with us to the Y for camp while my sister got adjusted to a new job.
I could go on and on but I think you get the point that the North Bay YMCA meant a lot to me personally.
Thank you to all the staff, past and present, for creating such a sense of community, such a caring environment. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Cousin I and C with their camp councilors.
Cousin C and his basketball team.
Grandpa and Ian at one of Connor's basketball games.
My dad and I at the YMCA staff appreciation event.
1 comment:
Yes - the North Bay YMCA is (was) one of my favorite places as well. You were a huge part of the "specialness" of that YMCA.
Thanks for sharing the photos and your thoughts - many will miss the North Bay YMCA.
Luann
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