Valerie hosts "Royal Holiday" by Jasmine Gullory at Season's 52 on December 7th.
		Author Ale'ta Turner attends her 1st U.S. G.I.R.L.S. meeting as Val's guest to discuss her novella, " Hold on Love, Lust Is Calling"
	Val's guest, Shryle attends her 4th meeting
Carol Graham attends her 1st U.S. G.I.R.L.S. meeting as Karen's guest.
Dee Wilcox, talks about her non-profit, "AnnieRuth Foundation" and the initiatives they are involved in; particularly the Intern program.
	Donations for AnnieRuth Foundation.. Members and guests donated toys, and items for toddlers, teens and senior citizens.
	It is a full load!! Once all the donations were loaded, the truck was filled to capacity. U.S. G.I.R.L.S. shopped, showed up and slayed this initiative. #UsGirlsGiveBack	Val and all the guests!! This is Sharon's 12th visit!!
U.S. G.I.R.L.S. and Guests in "Full Literary Effect" (That tag line never gets old)!	Thank you, Val for the "arm chair" trip across the pond...Scones and all (tee hee)	AnnieRuth Foundation 7th Annual Christmas Party held on December 21st at Desert Winds Apartments Community Center was an OUTSTANDING display of the "Spirit of Christmas!!"
Executive Director, Dee Wilcox explains the logistics of the day's events to Val and her daughter, Lauryn	Every Child receives a Christmas Stocking and one (1) toy to take home and enjoy!!	Due to the ratio of bicycles to children, bikes donated by corporate sponsors are to be awarded via a "raffle"
When Santa Claus arrives, the crowd goes WILD!!!!
	AnnieRuth Foundation Volunteer Interns wear "Santa Hats"