Tomorrow marks the start of the 83rd Ohio FFA Convention. I had the opportunity to attend convention every year with my chapter. I enjoyed listening to the speakers, staying in hotels and all of the fun activities we would do while in Columbus. However the year that sticks out the most, is my senior year convention in 2008.
I remember it like it was yesterday. I was the only senior on the trip and I was running for state office. The first session was fine, I listened and was attentive but the only thing I could think about was what would happen when they announced the ballot. At the end of that session, they announced the ballot. I was a nervous wreck. My name was announced as a candidate for State FFA Treasurer! I was so excited!
I don't remember the question I answered, I don't remember much of being backstage, but what I do remember is that level of excitement.
The rest of the day and the next day were a blur. I was just going through the motions. When it came time for the last session, I was losing it. My stomach was churning and in my throat. I've never had those same emotions since. I was sitting between my parents, holding my Mom's hand.
Then, it came time to announce the new officers. I had to tell myself to breathe. I was sitting there. I can close my eyes and I'm right back in that situation. I'm sitting there, eyes closed, leaning over. I was so nervous.
They called my name as State FFA Treasurer! I jumped up, hugged my parents, breathed a sigh of relief, hugged my advisor and headed to the stage.
Friday evening, there will be 16 members sitting in the audience at convention waiting to hear their names called. They will have the same feelings of relief as I did. I can't wait to see the excitement on their faces!
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