BCHC Mid Valley Unit President's Monthly Message

Hello fellow Mid Valley BCH members!

This month's President's Message is actually from your unit's Vice President. Sometimes it's good to switch things up a bit as it can help keep people on their toes!

All jokes aside, for those of you who don't know me, I am Barbara Riner (Baglione) and currently serve as Mid Valley Unit's Vice President. This is my very first me serving after being encouraged by Michael King to take the leap (thanks Michael).I have been a part of this unit (thanks to my mom, Mary Beth Baglione) from a young age, and it's a privilege to still be a member of this organization as an adult. I am a full-me, working mom of two kids (Brantley and Austin) and a wife to an amazing husband, Rodney. I just celebrated my 27th birthday this past week, as well as mine and Rodney's 3rd wedding anniversary. Time sure flies when you're having fun!

I hope everyone has been doing well this past month and I hope to see some Autumn weather here soon. A few weeks ago, I went out to ride my horse, Frosty, and unfortunately discovered, after asking him to trot in the round-pen, that he is lame on his left front. Thankfully "I know a guy" and sent a video right away to my Veterinarian, Dr. Dan Sweet, who also happens to be my boss! I have yet to bring Frosty into the clinic and find out exactly what is going on, but I'm hoping for good news rather than bad news.

While I do not have as much me for trail riding, packing, camping, participating in work parties, play-days, and such, I always enjoy being a member of this unit, as well as being a part of the decision-making process. I was so grateful when I was asked to help write the message for this month.

I wanted to express my gratitude to all the members who have supported me in my new role and continue to encourage me to try new things. I hope everyone has a great month ahead and stay safe out there!

All the best,
Barbara Riner, Hello fellow Mid Valley BCH members!

This month's President's Message is actually from your unit's Vice President. Sometimes it's good to switch things up a bit as it can help keep people on their toes!

All jokes aside, for those of you who don't know me, I am Barbara Riner (Baglione) and currently serve as Mid Valley Unit's Vice President. This is my very first me serving after being encouraged by Michael King to take the leap (thanks Michael).I have been a part of this unit (thanks to my mom, Mary Beth Baglione) from a young age, and it's a privilege to still be a member of this organization as an adult. I am a full-me, working mom of two kids (Brantley and Austin) and a wife to an amazing husband, Rodney. I just celebrated my 27th birthday this past week, as well as mine and Rodney's 3rd wedding anniversary. Time sure flies when you're having fun!

I hope everyone has been doing well this past month and I hope to see some Autumn weather here soon. A few weeks ago, I went out to ride my horse, Frosty, and unfortunately discovered, after asking him to trot in the round-pen, that he is lame on his left front. Thankfully "I know a guy" and sent a video right away to my Veterinarian, Dr. Dan Sweet, who also happens to be my boss! I have yet to bring Frosty into the clinic and find out exactly what is going on, but I'm hoping for good news rather than bad news.

While I do not have as much me for trail riding, packing, camping, participating in work parties, play-days, and such, I always enjoy being a member of this unit, as well as being a part of the decision-making process. I was so grateful when I was asked to help write the message for this month.

I wanted to express my gratitude to all the members who have supported me in my new role and continue to encourage me to try new things. I hope everyone has a great month ahead and stay safe out there!

All the best,
Barbara Riner,
Vice President, Mid Valley BCH

(Our President writes a message every month for the newsletter. When he can't, our VP steps up.)