Region 1- Week 11

Dear Mom and Dad,

I’m not 100% certain but I think I’m supposed to be getting ready to leave or something..? The Extension staff keep talking about final presentations and reports, I’m not positive what they mean by “final”. I should really touch base and make sure they know I’m not ready to leave yet.
I’m not sure they know that I don’t want to leave for a few reasons.

Reason #1: I enjoy being here. I like the atmosphere of Sheldon. Although I enjoy Readlyn, our little town does not have an ice cream shop that truly has our hearts. I mean how could I say goodbye to Dairy Dandy after being this loyal of a customer? As for the people of Sheldon, I can’t thank them enough for embracing us out of towners. Whether they reached out to us at the store, church, or out and about, I have always felt welcome by this community.

Reason #2: I like my roommates. Even though we have had some tough times, we always seem to pick ourselves back up and get on with some of the great work we do together. Jessica has taught me to love the oldies music. I will forever think of this summer when I hear “It’s Raining Men”, by the Weather Girls. Jess has also taught me to never take life too seriously, she has this uncanny ability to make light of every situation and always has a song for whatever mood you’re in. Jessica will continue to share her passion to live life to the fullest with every person she meets. Allie has taught me to appreciate her sense of humor. I have to tell this one. I will ask at our next family dinner if this joke is truly funny; Allie swears it is.
“Two windmills are standing in a field. One asks the other, ‘What kind of music do you like?’ The other says, ‘I’m a big metal fan.’” But in all seriousness, Allie has taught me to appreciate deep conversation, talks about our faith, and agriculture issues. She and I share many views on what we can do in our profession to influence the world’s agricultural status. Allie will move mountains with her determination and ability to see the good in every person. I have sincerely loved every bit of working with these two and gaining two incredible friends.

Reason #3: I simply enjoy what I’m doing. How many people can say they go to work and have a different experience every day? I have been in love with every aspect of this internship since the start and that love, and appreciation has only grown. I have been privileged with working under one of the most incredible people, someone who’s work is so vital to the continuation of Extension as a whole. She has opened her home and her life to three girls who laugh more than not and ask far too many questions. She has shown understanding and is always there when we need her. I simply can’t thank Cheryl enough for being the most incredible boss and mentor. We sincerely lucked out.
So after I wrote all this out, I think it’s decided. I really am not ready to leave.

I guess I’ll see you when I see you.
Love your 4th daughter,
Kass

Kassidy Kuhlmann, Jessica Gale and Allie Faivre