The season of change is upon us. Some might be graduating, others finding a new job for the summer, and even still some might be getting ready for a summer break ahead of them. Just like everyone else, that change for me is approaching soon as we get closer to the month of June. The countdown is on as we approach the 96th Indiana FFA State Convention. The Indiana FFA State Convention is always a time of celebration: celebrating award recipients, celebrating the talent of Indiana FFA members, and celebrating the newly elected Indiana FFA State Officer Team. But, above all, it gives each attendee the opportunity to reconnect with and meet nearly 2,000 of their closest friends.
But with this celebration comes change. After all, change is inevitable.
As I prepare to transition from my crazy busy life as a state officer to a simple college student (Boiler Up!), I am simply overwhelmed with gratitude and thankfulness for this great organization and all that it has done for me.
I am beyond grateful for spending this year serving each of you—I am so thankful to have made 14,500 relationships, bonds, and friends. As the time ticks down to state convention and we elect a new state officer team, I’m making it a priority to make each moment count. As my time in the blue jacket comes to an end, I can’t help but be thankful for all of the great memories. But, it’s not over yet. Now is as good a time as ever to take advantage of each moment, both good and bad, and enjoy it while I can.
Whether your big moment of change is state convention, graduation, or a new job, I hope you will make the most of each moment and take advantage of all of the opportunities open to you right now. Enjoy each moment as if it’s your last and don’t take anything for granted. After all, you will never experience this moment in time again, so make the most of it!
Making the most of each moment,
Cale Williams
Indiana FFA State Southern Region Vice President
