On February 2nd, the Rotary Club of Colorado Springs' World Peace and Understanding Luncheon, featured a remarkable guest speaker, LeAnn Thieman. Our very own, Brenda Small- President-Elect, was one of the organizers. There wasn't a dry eye in the room and she was an awesome speaker who had everybody's attention every second until the end of the program.
"Who is LeAnn Thieman? LeAnn, a celebrated international keynote speaker, author, and nurse, experienced an incredible journey during the Vietnam Orphan Airlift in 1975. This harrowing experience, where she played a pivotal role in rescuing 300 babies as Saigon fell, is vividly recounted in her book, "This Must Be My Brother."
On February 2nd, the Rotary Club of Colorado Springs' World Peace and Understanding Luncheon, featured a remarkable guest speaker, LeAnn Thieman. Our very own, Brenda Small- President-Elect, was one of the organizers. There wasn't a dry eye in the room and she was an awesome speaker who had everybody's attention every second until the end of the program.
"Who is LeAnn Thieman? LeAnn, a celebrated international keynote speaker, author, and nurse, experienced an incredible journey during the Vietnam Orphan Airlift in 1975. This harrowing experience, where she played a pivotal role in rescuing 300 babies as Saigon fell, is vividly recounted in her book, "This Must Be My Brother." Accolades and Achievements: A prolific contributor to the beloved "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series, LeAnn has co-authored over 11 titles, covering a range of heartfelt topics. Her bestselling book, "Chicken Soup for the Nurse’s Soul," reflects her deep connection to her 30-year nursing career. LeAnn's latest work, "SelfCare for HealthCare, Your Guide to Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Health," is part of her transformative program, offering invaluable insights into holistic well-being. A Life of Recognition: LeAnn's contributions have not only made her a fixture in the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame but also brought her into contact with notable figures such as President Gerald Ford and First Lady Rosalynn Carter. Her impactful story and insights have been featured in Newsweek's "Voices of the Century" issue, Forbes.com, FOX-TV, BBC, NPR, PBS, and numerous other media outlets." (https://portal.clubrunner.ca/.../2912d465-6656-4ff0-b557...)
