[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 195 (Wednesday, December 19, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2637]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RECOGNIZING SHARON ADAMSON

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 19, 2007

  Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the retirement 
of Sharon Adamson, coordinator for Boone County CARES (Child Abuse 
Resources and Educational Services), and to express my appreciation for 
her dedication and commitment to the safety of the children in Boone 
County, Iowa. For the past 14 years, Sharon has contributed her time 
and talents for the betterment of many young children, and for this I 
offer her my congratulations and thanks.
  A native of Charles City, Sharon graduated from Moody Bible College 
in Chicago and received her B.A. in education from Trinity College in 
Deerfield. IL. After receiving her master's degree in counselor 
education she became a guidance counselor at an elementary/junior high 
school in Wisconsin before moving to Boone. While at CARES. Sharon 
played a key role in the growth of seven programs: Happy Bear, No More 
Secrets. Time Out for Moms, Parent Education, Children in the Middle, 
Stork's Nest, and Community CARES. She is very proud of Community CARES 
because it is a community created through ``radical'' hospitality which 
provides a safe place where people in need can go.
  Sharon has made a significant impact on the Boone community by 
dedicating her career to benefiting and working towards growing a safe 
environment for all children. I know that my colleagues in the United 
States Congress will join me in commending Sharon Adamson for her 
leadership and service. I consider it an honor to represent her in the 
United States Congress and I wish her the best in her future endeavors.

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