We're Back

This blog was beginning to smell like a dusty, old book in the basement of some wretched library in Berwyn or Oak Park so it's time get her off that damp shelf and back into prime condition. The cover has been dusted and rebound, stinky pages aired out and even flicked off a couple dust mites or whatever those things are that inhabit old books. Oh, those are nerds, like Mike Tallarico.

Anyways, I would like to officially welcome the Temperance class of 2012 - our largest yet (6). Anthony Garcia, Executive Vice President and Director of Sales is returning for his third consecutive Temperance. No one has championed the cause more than Anthony and I would like to sincerely thank him for all his hard work.

Some of our new members have dabbled in mini-Temperance ventures in the past that whet their appetites for the real deal. Mike Tallarico and Nancy Rodriguez will begin their first official Temperance campaigns in 2012. Welcome and thank you participating.

Stephanie Rivera and Edna Romero decided to jump in cold turkey after hearing many triumphant Temperance stories. Thank you for giving this a shot, you definitely won't regret it and you will most definitely want to be back next year.

Most of you know the main points already, but here is a refresher: No meat or Alcohol during the starting January 9, 2012. Temperance will be broken Saturday March 3, 2012. We usually break the meat portion one week before, but I will confirm once I meet with EVP Garcia. You may use this time to achieve any life goals you wish to strive for in the short or long term future. Temperance is an honor system - we cannot see each other all day, everyday so we do this not only for ourselves but for the good of the group. The sense of accomplishment you feel March 3 will be great enough to bring you back for years to come - Good Luck to all!