Hello everyone.
This was my first HPW and I was quite impress with the information presented. Learned a lot. I also had the pleasure of meeting with Ms Brenda Hudson from the north east region , since we were the only two from New York we bonded and had a great time. We fortunately had the same appointment to see Congressman Engel and did the rest of her visits together. It was tiring yet exciting running from the senate side to the house side. We were fortunate to be taken underground as we move from one building to the next. It is another world underneath, fixed with sculpture and tram cars. We also learned that meetings are held wherever there is space including the hallways and by the windows. Most important was the fact that the information we furnished them was warmly received and that as nurses they really need us to keep them informed. We can affect positive change when we stay involved. It also gave me new appreciation for to the word lobbyist. It gave me a sense of accomplishment participating in the political process. Two days later there was a press release on our visit
with Congress man Engel and also about ANNA. I returned home with the flu but it was really worth it! I intend to stay involve!!!!!