<?xml-stylesheet type="text/xsl" href="https://stage.guildsomm.com/cfs-file/__key/system/syndication/rss.xsl" media="screen"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/"><channel><title>Thank You</title><link>/public_content/features/articles/b/laura/posts/thank-you</link><description>Becoming a Master Sommelier takes dedication, time, passion and patience. More than anything else it takes the support and love of friends, family and colleagues. Having just settled back in NYC after exams, the only thing I can think about is how lucky</description><dc:language>en-US</dc:language><generator>Telligent Community 13 Non-Production</generator><item><title>RE: Thank You</title><link>https://stage.guildsomm.com/public_content/features/articles/b/laura/posts/thank-you</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 23:21:39 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8277e151-5ba9-4335-93f0-6f497ffb8dc4:a8b93112-6f11-489b-baa7-46f09e03825f</guid><dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><description>&lt;p&gt;Thank you for the post. &amp;nbsp;It is daunting looking down the long road that some have in front of them, but this reminds me that every step is worth it.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Cheers!&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;If there ever was one person I expected to see pass it is you. &amp;nbsp;Your dedication and enthusiasm should be bottled for future candidates. &amp;nbsp;All the best to a great friend.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;It’s definitely been a pleasure to &amp;quot;grow up&amp;quot; with you during these exams in knowledge, service presence and tasting evaluations. I remember the Laura who seemed shy that has evolved into the Laura who is a great mentor and friend. Your determination and strive for the ultimate goal is evidenced in you “NEVER” giving up attitude. I too have taken the MS exam multiple times only to have fallen short and missing the mark. This makes me want it even more and to strive to be better every day. I&amp;#39;m proud of you and your accomplishments and hope to only follow in your footsteps. Congratulations again and I hope to join you soon.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;img src="https://stage.guildsomm.com/aggbug?PostID=242&amp;AppID=110&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</description></item><item><title>RE: Thank You</title><link>https://stage.guildsomm.com/public_content/features/articles/b/laura/posts/thank-you</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 23:06:42 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8277e151-5ba9-4335-93f0-6f497ffb8dc4:a8b93112-6f11-489b-baa7-46f09e03825f</guid><dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><description>&lt;p&gt;hi Laura...congratulations! &amp;nbsp;your posting was beautiful and thoughtful...you probably don&amp;#39;t know me...i am new to the Sommelier Guild and just got my first gig as sommelier...i was your student at the French Culinary Institute back in January 2006, when i took my first ever wine course...i knew then that i had found my purpose in life, and you inspired me to pursue my dream...and you continue to inspire with your amazing achievements and dedication...i wish you all the best in this exciting next phase of your life...and i hope to have the chance to congratulate you in person one day down the wine trail...peace....&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;img src="https://stage.guildsomm.com/aggbug?PostID=242&amp;AppID=110&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</description></item><item><title>RE: Thank You</title><link>https://stage.guildsomm.com/public_content/features/articles/b/laura/posts/thank-you</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 02:26:47 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8277e151-5ba9-4335-93f0-6f497ffb8dc4:a8b93112-6f11-489b-baa7-46f09e03825f</guid><dc:creator>user2226</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><description>&lt;p&gt;Laura,&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;That is one of the most wonderful blogs I have read. &amp;nbsp;You are amazing, and you are already giving back, over and over again.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;img src="https://stage.guildsomm.com/aggbug?PostID=242&amp;AppID=110&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</description></item><item><title>RE: Thank You</title><link>https://stage.guildsomm.com/public_content/features/articles/b/laura/posts/thank-you</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 17:02:49 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8277e151-5ba9-4335-93f0-6f497ffb8dc4:a8b93112-6f11-489b-baa7-46f09e03825f</guid><dc:creator>user2145</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><description>&lt;p&gt;Hello Pal,&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You exemplify everything that is good about this organization and what dedication and hard work can do. &amp;nbsp;Thank you for sharing your thoughts with all of us. &amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;img src="https://stage.guildsomm.com/aggbug?PostID=242&amp;AppID=110&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</description></item><item><title>RE: Thank You</title><link>https://stage.guildsomm.com/public_content/features/articles/b/laura/posts/thank-you</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 16:58:21 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8277e151-5ba9-4335-93f0-6f497ffb8dc4:a8b93112-6f11-489b-baa7-46f09e03825f</guid><dc:creator>user2144</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><description>&lt;p&gt;Thank you, Laura, for honoring all of your mentor&amp;#39;s efforts and the Court itself via commitment, passion, talent and humility. &amp;nbsp;Yours was a righteous path, a model for all who come after you. &amp;nbsp;Cheers!&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;img src="https://stage.guildsomm.com/aggbug?PostID=242&amp;AppID=110&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</description></item><item><title>RE: Thank You</title><link>https://stage.guildsomm.com/public_content/features/articles/b/laura/posts/thank-you</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:03:49 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8277e151-5ba9-4335-93f0-6f497ffb8dc4:a8b93112-6f11-489b-baa7-46f09e03825f</guid><dc:creator>user2150</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><description>&lt;p&gt;Congratulations Laura! &amp;nbsp;You rock!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Here&amp;#39;s to the repeated polishing of tasting glasses for students in your own kitchen. &amp;nbsp; We are so fortunate to have this MS fellowship to be a part of ....we are connected by our shared experience amd victories ...no matter where we go! &amp;nbsp;Cheers!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;img src="https://stage.guildsomm.com/aggbug?PostID=242&amp;AppID=110&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</description></item><item><title>RE: Thank You</title><link>https://stage.guildsomm.com/public_content/features/articles/b/laura/posts/thank-you</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 15:45:08 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8277e151-5ba9-4335-93f0-6f497ffb8dc4:a8b93112-6f11-489b-baa7-46f09e03825f</guid><dc:creator>user2128</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><description>&lt;p&gt;Well done Laura! &amp;nbsp;It is now your turn to be that special person for other aspiring candidates. &amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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