Theresa and I recently listened to an inspirational speaker at an International Real Estate Conference who spoke of the importance of developing a greater sense of gratitude. He claimed it would change us forever.
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| SDPD Chief of Police Shelley Zimmerman Congratulates 2015 Leadership Award Winner Judy Simeroth |
Several thousand of us in attendance listened as he explained that he awakens early each morning and reaches down beside his bed and grabs a cold towel that has been immersed in ice water overnight. He then twists the towel before placing it across his closed eyes.
In the morning silence, he quietly reflects on what he is grateful for and the people who have helped him in his life. Sometime during that day he either calls or writes a note to someone who influenced him. He thanks them for what they did and tries to identify ways to help that person be more successful in attaining their goals.
As we sat in the crowded audience, several of us were amused. I even let a soft chuckle escape from my lips just before I whispered to Theresa, "Wow, time to load up the ice chest!'
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| Chief of Police Shelley Zimmerman Signs 92127 Leadership Award Recognizing Judy Simeroth |
At lunch I joked further with Theresa about the speaker and loading up my ice chest and setting it by our bed. I'm sure our three sons would likely think I was injured or was simply crazy. As peculiar as it sounds, over the last few weeks, I have thought more and more about the countless people who have helped me both personally and professionally.
That is what led me to standing in San Diego Police Department, Chief of Police Shelly Zimmerman's corner office last Friday afternoon and telling her about Judy Simeroth. Judy is just one of hundreds of people that has positively influenced my life.
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| The Simeroth Family Jodi, Jesse, Judy and Jake |
I told Chief Zimmerman how many times I asked Judy for help and the answer was always the same, "yes."
Judy has committed her life to raising an amazing family and helping people in this City and this community.
Judy has volunteered for countless local causes and was pivotal in helping to grow and build the 4S Ranch / Del Sur Foundation as both past Board Member and President.
So many people do not realize how many hours Judy has donated to Del Norte High School and the Annual Thank You Run that is held each Thanksgiving morning.
The 4S Ranch /Del Sur Foundation has alone awarded over $150,000.00 to local charities. Past leadership award winners helped to select and present the 92127 Community Leadership Award for 2015 to Judy last Friday evening.
The event was hosted by the Mutter's with over $27,000.00 in grants being presented to local non profits and schools in our area. It was an amazing evening.
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| Judy Simeroth is awarded Community Leadership Award Past recipients Herb and Carol Mutter and Randy Koch assist in presentation. |
Ray Shay
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