Newburyport’s Kathleen Bailey Is Our Hero, Too

Those drawn to set up Field of Honor Displays in their communities are typically very involved people.  So, it did not really surprise us to learn that the Red Cross chose to honor Newburyport’s Field of Honor Project Chair, Kathleen Bailey.  The team at Colonial Flag Foundation has grown to appreciate Kathleen’s skill, dedication and service.  Nonetheless, we have learned that her community involvement is not limited to the Field of Honor Flag Display that has proved so successful in Newburyport.  Check out the Katie Lovett’s feature article from the Newburyport Daily News at the link: http://bit.ly/he9Sw8

Specifically, the Red Cross honored Kathleen as a “community hero” at their annual awards ceremony.  Although she has only lived in the area for a relatively short time, her impact is evident in many organizations throughout the community.  A member of the Exchange Club of Greater Newburyport, she spearheaded the establishment of a Field of Honor flag display in Newburyport.  Additionally, she has served as the Chairwoman of the 2009 Yankee Homecoming celebration; she led efforts to donate gift boxes for youth and senior groups; and she ran as a successful city Charter Commission candidate.

Typically modest, she observed “I just do what I do, and I enjoy doing it.”  Still, it is the words she has described as her motto that best explain Kathleen, “Don’t just sit there, do something.”  Yes, that about sums it up for Kathleen Bailey.  We are pleased that she has received this well deserved recognition.

Kathleen, we salute you!