It has been eight long years since the death of Da Yuan Circle's founder and our dear teacher, Liu Ming. He is much missed. Since that time, many of his students have become teachers and it is time for DYC to begin its next phase. So, it is with deep gratitude and happiness that I am passing leadership responsibility to DYC's new president, Eréne Lejeune. I thank Craig Drillock for his long service on the Board of Directors, and wish him much joy in his life. Other current board members will remain, as will I. Please look forward to the new undertakings that Eréne will tell you more about soon.Christine Wallis