After 25 years working at IBE and 15 years as Editor of IE News, this is a sad moment for me as I pen this, my final message to you as IBE Executive Director and IE News Editor. All good things must come to an end and on 31st December I will retire.
This last editor’s message is, therefore, the opportunity for me to say Thank You to all the wonderful people I have met through my time working for IBE. Although, as the saying goes, if you enjoy what you are doing, you will never work a day in your life!
Working for IBE has provided an open window through which to witness the struggles, efforts and undaunted bravery and commitment shown by people right across the world as they work to improve the lives of people with epilepsy – whether as a parent, sibling, healthcare provider, or chapter employee.
In traveling to regional and international congresses and on the invitation of chapters, I have also been privileged to meet countless people with epilepsy who never allow their diagnosis to hinder them from striving to achieve their dreams; they are truly inspiring and I will never forget them.
Finally, I would like to send my successor, Donna Walsh, my very best wishes. I know that she will be a terrific asset to IBE as it moves to introduce new plans and initiatives to meet future challenges over the coming months and years.
As always, happy reading!
Ann Little
Editor
