From the Editor...

In late March, I returned from a weekend  of a family get together of sorts in Raleigh, NC.  Spending time at the Governor’s Mansion and with the North Carolina Governor, Beverly Perdue, was beyond words! I was treated like royalty! WOW – Governor Perdue is an inspiration to all women! This Southwest Virginia Lady has opened many doors for other women, and proven ‘we’ Southwest Virginia gals can’t be stopped from reaching the top!  Great weekend – even if old man winter did return!
Warm or cold, the month of April has the air of change!  With all the exciting up & coming events, be sure to mark your calendars to attend. Many of you have asked about our 'expo' and other Voice Magazine events.  YES - we are finalizing dates and plans for our 'expo' event, as well as a couple of day events which are 'new' to the region. They will prove to be exciting and fun!  Voice Magazine will continue to support other important local events, such as this month’s YW  Tribute to Women. The YW Tribute to Women is a wonderful opportunity for you to show your support to the outstanding women of the region and to the local YWCA.  The YWCA is celebrating twenty years of giving recognition and honor to the unlimited talents and accomplishments of regional women. (See announcements on pages 16-17) This fundraiser is an event to celebrate, support, and network. Make your reservation to attend. Hope to see you there!
We at Voice Magazine want to take a moment to say ‘Thank you’ to all our supporting fans. We hope you accept our personal appreciation of your unstopping support to our advertisers and to us! We could not do this each month without ALL of you!
Join us in our ‘round up’ of 2011 activities. Get involved and show your support. Call for details 423-926-9983.  Visit our website, www.voicemagazineforwomen.com.  Send your emails, inquiries, and/or your letters with your comments and suggestions to comments@voicemagazineforwomen.com.
2011- The year to accept changes, expect challenges, and anticipate miracles!
Thought of the month: “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.”  ~Dr. Seuss
Verse of the month: “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.” Proverbs 25:11 KJV, Translated, “Who refreshes others will be refreshed.”