Editor's Note - August 2022

Joni Hoffman

As I sat down to write this note, I got interrupted by a phone call from an 89-year-old gentleman. He said, “I have a great story and was told I must tell The Buzz.” (More on him later.) That uplifting conversation made my day. Receiving phone calls like that is the best kind of distraction – and favorite part of my job.  Every month, we strive to bring you a positive break in your day. In this issue, meet an extraordinary teen, Jones Mays, one of the winners of a prestigious coding challenge. Adventure along with several college-aged students as they reflect on an outdoors trip of a lifetime (at times, a nail-biting journey). Dive into competitive water polo, now a UIL sport. Add color to your daily life by way of rainbow smoothies and mindful walks. Plus, find tips for creative school lunches. We hope this month’s issue brings a pleasant “interruption” to your day. [email protected]