DEWBOT VI Mentor Comments

Rizzo

The shop may have been more lively that night then any other, even for being there at 1 AM and for everyone who was there being more physically and mentally exhausted then they ever have been before, or since last build season. Mixed emotions filled the air as those involved know that they are done with the with the grueling time know only as build season, but look back at it with fondness knowing that wouldn't have traded that time for anything.

*PSsstsssssttss* The sound of the pressure being released on the robot signifying that it is ready to be shipped is heard. After the last screw was in the crate a similar sound was heard, was there something wrong with the robot? Nay, it was the collective sound of the sighs of relief let out be all who were were involved. The Mentors who can now get the first good night sleep they have had in 6 weeks. The Students who know that all of this hard work will pay off, not just at the competitions but for their whole lives. The parents who can now see their sons and daughters again. An especially the husbands, wives, and girl/boy-friends of all of those involved, where when we return home we can only hope have not re-married at this point.

Build season is over but there is still much work to be done to get ready for the competitions ahead; but for tonight, we rest. To all of those involved with Team 1640, it's been a great season. I'll see you at the competitions and I'll see you at the winner stand.

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