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June 13, 2026

 

My dear JCYM,

 

I am sitting on my couch this morning drinking coffee and my legs feel broken (19K steps for me yesterday!) but my heart and soul are full. 

 

There really are not words to express my appreciation, friendship, love and admiration for all of your members, and especially the ones who serve to make the Mission the place that it is today. You all are not just partners to the Mission, but you have become family and every program, event, baked good and smile/hug make the Mission more impactful, more active and more special. 

 

Every single person (husbands too!) that helped to make “Jump on the Trail” a raging success has not just my thanks but my deep gratitude and love. So many attendees—many who had never been to the Mission—complimented the event throughout the evening and gosh, we all make a great team.  And to have another sold out event at the Mission speaks to what we are doing! 

 

Rest up lovelies and know that you are appreciated, loved, and the absolute best. 

 

Jennifer Laughlin, MA

Site Director, Shawnee Indian Mission

3403 W. 53rd St

Fairway, KS 66205

913-262-0867