Hi, all! I just wanted to relay a lovely note (excerpt below) that came to me last night from one of our newer members. I can't begin to tell you how wonderful it is to know that newcomers are feeling embraced by this community, so I thank all of YOU who make this happen, day in and day out, through your introductory hellos, and words of advice and encouragement.
This site was launched with the intent of learning and growing together, and expanding connections within the cookie community. In a world that is too often divided, it's very gratifying to know that we are collectively working together toward a common goal, all because of a shared passion. (Now, if only US politicians could get their act together in the same way . . . 
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Again, thank YOU all for brightening this member's experience (and others', I am sure) on Cookie Connection. 
Here's the excerpt:
"Thank you so much, Julia Usher. I'd like to take the time to tell you and everyone how happy I am that I have found your site Cookie Connection. I have been looking for something to keep my mind and body occupied and I truly believe this is it . . . I must say [that] everyone I have had contact with on Cookie Connection has made
me feel extremely welcome. I am amazed [by] what they can do with a cookie. I am a woman of very few words who speaks from the heart, and the heart it is. So thank you, everyone, for making me feel at home . . . I have a saying: 'Life is good; respect it and have fun.' Now, live sweetly and [to] all a good day!"
