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It has been an absolute pleasure to work with you these last ten years or so. I will not be able to think of the AATA conference without you! All the expertise, professionalism, and dedicated hours you selflessly offered made the conferences what they are today! I will miss your kind and reliable presence that I could always count on. You will be missed!
Wishing you a glorious retirement filled with health, happiness and lots of adventures!
With much gratitude,
Margaret Carlock-Russo

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It was such a pleasure and privilege working with you, Barbara. Relaxation is well deserved, and I wish you all the best!!!

-Christina Easterly

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Barbara,
I don't know where to begin in offering a deep wellspring of thanks for all you have done for AATA and for the profession over the years.   When I think of you, I can literally picture you taking in some problem or other that someone is telling you about, and calmly handling it and bringing it to resolution.   Seriously, you gave such a stability and thoughtfulness to our work, and your dedication was unmatched.   I thank you and ACATE thanks you. You truly made a difference and we will always be grateful.  Wishing you all the best in retirement and super happy for you.
...a don't forget to give Pickle Ball a try!

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Griffin, Sammy, and I will miss you so much! You’ve been such a huge part of all our lives through everything you have done with AATA. Wishing you beauty, inspiration, and enjoyment in your next adventures in life!
erin partridge & all the birds

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Thank you for your dedication and service to AATA. I’ll always remember and appreciate your patience and help with every small question and concerns at all times. Manny, many blessings in all that is ahead of you!!!
Katherine Banks

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Thank you for your help over the years with the conference and undergraduate poster sessions. All your hard work is appreciated. Heather Denning

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Thank you for your help over the years with the conference and undergraduate poster sessions. All your hard work is appreciated. Heather Denning

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Very best wishes Barbara and thank you for all your dedication & work- enjoy retirement!  -gretchen

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What a phenomenal loss Barbara will be. Love 💕 and buckets of appreciation for a relaxing and creative retirement ❣️💕💕💕
Looking too young to retire ❣️🙏💕💕💕 So grateful for your amazing organizational skills and memory, and kindness under the stress of a flood of creative people, who can see a, sometimes overwhelming range of possibilities…. 👋❣️💕💕💕
Will miss you
Roberta ShoemakerBeal 🤍

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Congratulations Barbara on your retirement. We wish you the best as you start the next chapter of your life.

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Congratulations Barbara on your retirement. We wish you the best as you start the next chapter of your life.

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Peg and Tom

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Always a warm, cheerful smile! You will be greatly missed by me and GW! ❤️
—Heidi Bardot

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Conferences were always so much more fun when I got to help you out! The tireless nights and days and endless endless questions are not for the weary. You are leaving some huge shoes to fill, but I'm so glad I have great memories all those years! I'm so excited for your well earned retirement! Congratulations!!!!

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Conferences were always so much more fun when I got to help you out! The tireless nights and days and endless endless questions are not for the weary. You are leaving some huge shoes to fill, but I'm so glad I have great memories all those years! I'm so excited for your well earned retirement! Congratulations!!!!

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Barbara, thank you for your service to AATA! It has especially been a privilege knowing you and working briefly with you. I hope you have a wonderful retirement inning! Best wishes for all that lies ahead!
-Bani

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Since the day Susan told Rebecca and I how glad and excited she was to have hired you away from the previous job, you have been a light that shines in the AATA! Thank you a million times for all the many small things that built amazing membership service and made AATA feel cozy and friendly and a place where our need and concerns were taken care of and honored. I remember many great times, at the old office, the “new” office, how glad you were to have my painting hanging on your wall, at conferences including the one you were so sick and lost your voice (!) but still were working and helping the conference go off without a hitch! Congratulations on your retirement and enjoy your time! So much gratitude and Much love to you, Gioia Chilton

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Thank you Barbara for all the times you helped me with navigating the conferences. You will be missed terribly. I wish you success in your next chapter.
Fondly,
Shelley Frederick

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Barb you have been an integral part of the AATA team and it’s hard to imagine a conference without you. I’m so glad I had the opportunity to work with you and see you in action! Thank you for all you have brought to the organization and enjoy your retirement!
With love,
Liz

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Thank you for everything you've done for us at AATA! Wishing you all the best~🙏🏽

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Thank you for everything you've done for us at AATA! Wishing you all the best~🙏🏽

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Thank you for all of your incredible work over the years! You have been a delight to work with--you have been patient, kind, and helpful always. I know it wasn't always easy managing all of the moving parts of the conference. You certainly made it look effortless and we all benefited from your labors as we enjoyed the conferences. I hope you enjoy your well-deserved retirement. Warmest wishes, Nancy Gerber

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Dear Barbara,

I hope you are smarter about retirement than I was, since I am still trying to re-retire after ending my clinical practice in 1996. If you are wise you will take advantage of the time you have to enjoy whatever you can.

You have given so much to AATA, and as one who was around when you first arrived I know that your shoes will be impossible to fill. In addition to being incredibly competent, you have also been always pleasant And helpful. May your retirement be a very enjoyable one, and may you have a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

Warm Regards,

Judy

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So many great memories working together! You are amazing and deserve some rest after all your hard work for the AATA.
-Eugenia

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You are an integral part of the AATA office and we will miss you in every way. More importantly, I wish you all the best as you move toward a bright new future. Lisa Wasserman :)

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Barbara, your work and impact on the AATA and our amazing conference is beyond measure! I am so thankful for your dedication, passion and energy.  Enjoy your well deserved retirement.
With gratitude and love, Carolyn Treaodn

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I wish we could raise a glass in person. I'm so glad to have had the opportunity to work with you.  I hope your retirement is filled with relaxation and exactly as much work and play  as you want.  Love and Respect. Chris Strang

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Dear Barbara,
Thank you for your sharing your gifts of kindness, compassion, communication and organization skills.
May you be blessed in return,
Kathy Gotshall

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Barbara,
You will be missed and thought of as such a dedicated, innovative, and helpful staff member who has worked tirelessly to ensure that we have a successful and fulfilling conference. Thank you for all of your contributions over the years! Wishing you happiness in your retirement and hope you spend it filling your heart with wonderful adventures and peaceful times.
Warmest wishes,
Susan Anand

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Barbara, You have been an outstanding communicator, resource person and excellent organizer for our conferences and educational programs. It is always a pleasure talking with you at the conferences. I will miss your smiling face, and your amazing energy!! Best of luck to you. Job well done. Thank you!!❤ Cam Busch

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Barbara, You have been an outstanding communicator, resource person and excellent organizer for our conferences and educational programs. It is always a pleasure talking with you at the conferences. I will miss your smiling face, and your amazing energy!! Best of luck to you. Job well done. Thank you!!❤ Cam Busch

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Barbara,  You have been a strong but humble force behind the scenes.  You are a treasure.  Fondly, Irene Rosner David

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Barbara,  You have been a strong but humble force behind the scenes.  You are a treasure.  Fondly, Irene Rosner David

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It has been a pleasure working with you on conferences over the past 10 years. You will be missed.
Warmly,
Ellen Speert

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Hey, Barbara! You have always been so organized and helpful—a consummate professional. All the best in your retirement!
Love,
Tracy

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Dear Barbara - You have been a vital member of the National Office for many years. Your steady, calm and competent manner provided stability. All interactions were pleasant given your wonderful people skills. Thank you for all that you gave to AATA and the staff, board members and members. I wish for you clear, beautiful skies and time to enjoy whatever you choose next in life. Wishing you all the best, Michaela Kirby

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Thank you Barbara for all that you have done for the field of art therapy. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

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Thank you Barbara for all that you have done for the field of art therapy. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

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Rhonda Stern

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Oh where to start! Barbara your energy, organization, professionalism and sense of humor have made you a joy to work with. My years on the conference committee would not have been the same without you and you will be missed both personally and professionally. Thank you, thank you, thank you, for all the work you put in and for all the work we never even saw.

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You will be hugely missed, Barbara. Best of luck as you move into the next chapter of your life. Stephanie Wise

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You will be hugely missed, Barbara. Best of luck as you move into the next chapter of your life. Stephanie Wise

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We appreciate your service and we wish you the best! 

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We appreciate your service and we wish you the best! 