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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Happy New Year!!!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thank you for an incredible year of amazing advocacy, connections, growth and transforming lives one day at a time! As we close the proverbial curtain on another amazing year in Massachusetts, I am filled with gratitude for each and every one of you and for all that you do to make living with blindness in our commonwealth a source of pride and accomplishment. As this year closes my heart is overflowing with unforgettable memories that we have shared this year; From our programs for Blind children, our support of each other, our advocacy for blind people our membership growth, and all the incredible things we do to make all of these programs happen. We have had many events across the state in bringing recognition and raising funds to be able to do even more in the upcoming year. As a 100% volunteer organization, we count on each and every one of us to do our part and so many of you stepped up and shined in 2024 more than ever!! Let’s continue growing, learning, excelling and connecting together!!! May your 2025 be the best ever in your personal life and for the NFB of Massachusetts! Here’s to another year of extraordinary living, lasting connections and moments that move us all. Wishing you a harmonious and joyous New Year!!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>With love, hope and determination,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Your president, Shara<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>