Clay in 2004 State Disability Reference Archives

From the CB's da35:

I cannot tell ya'll how happy I am about this.

I work for my state's library and archives commission; I am the Disability Reference Librarian. I found out this morning that every year my state's Governor's Committee for People with Disabilities compiles of list of noteable news about disabilities from International, National, and State levels.

I received the 2005 one this morning (this kind of year in review had not been sent to me before for some reason) I read it over, and it was almost entirely about government stuff. I thought to myself, "I bet someday our boyfriend is going to make this list." Oops, I mean Mr. Aiken.

Anyway, I thought it was a neat list, so I emailed the Governor's Committee and asked for these lists from the previous five years. I open the 2004 edition, and see notations for the deaths of Chris Reeve and Ray Charles, and their accomplishments. So I think to myself, "Oh wow, its not just government-related. Maybe Clay WILL be included sometime." Then I read this:

"American Idol contestant, Clay Aiken establishes a foundation that provides "Able To Serve" Awards, giving young people with disabilities resources to lead service projects in their communities."

YEA, CLAY!!

I actually ride to work most mornings with the Executive Director of the Governor's Committee, so I think I'll have to slip this into the conversation. I am so proud of our boy!

Dina