This summer our peach and apricot crops were the best for several years, and the cool start was ideal for tomato plants. I hope you found the same.

The Daylily and Dahlia Shows were as stunning as usual here in Albuquerque. I am always amazed at the standard of perfection after hail, wind and torrential rain. Those of us who are Flower Show Judges have been all over the State to County Fairs in Eddy County, Santa Rosa and Lincoln county in Capitan. Santa Rosa had many novice designers who are now bitten by the bug and will be ready to exhibit next year. Always a stunning show for so few members, as was the Eddy County Fair, where the youth had a workshop and created many, many designs. That was a joy to see, and special thanks to those who coach and encourage new entrants.

We in New Mexico are such a caring and enthusiastic Garden Club community, and I continue to be proud and grateful for the many ways we support each other.

As Fall approaches, we also prepare for the NM State Fair Flower Shows—all four of them, and two youth shows. All five District meetings will culminate with the NMGC Fall Board meeting held in Albuquerque on October 17th and 18th.

What a tribute we are to National Garden Clubs, and I am happy to be your President. Looking forward to seeing you all as I travel the State.