Temo Talk - January 2025
Hello Kiwanians-
Happy New Year! I hope your 2025 is off to a great start! January is a mark of new beginnings, as we reflect on 2024 and transition into the new year. Many of us have begun to work on resolutions to improve our personal, physical, and professional goals. Let’s also ensure that we incorporate resolutions that will increase our mental health and well-being, identifying ways to decrease the daily stressors that are often caused by factors we cannot control.
Unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances have already begun to affect those around us through the spread of wildfires throughout Los Angeles and Ventura County. Thank you to those of you who have opened up your doors and instantly jumped into the role of servitude to provide shelter, support, and reassurance to those affected by the fires.
January also brings us Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. A day that reminds us of unity and compassion, as well as servitude and CommUnity. Let’s continue to embrace Dr. King’s vision as we engage and serve our communities. It is because of his Dream, struggle, and sacrifice that equality has brought so many of us together, allowing us to share our thoughts, ideas, and vulnerabilities in a safe space, regardless of our ethnicity, background, or political beliefs.
This year, MLK Day is also shared by the inauguration of our 47th President. As with any new presidential term, we are presented with a series of uncertainties (and possible stressors) that come with every term. It is settling to know that political agendas will not drive or dictate our dedication to our communities and those whom we serve. Let’s continue to be the village and resource that provides opportunities that wouldn’t be afforded to others without our great organization. Thank you, fellow Kiwanians, for everything you do!
Temo Solorio
Cuauhtemoc "Temo" Solorio,
Lieutenant Governor 2024 - 2025