Being a Past President of Breakfast Rotary is hard work, just ask Ron Nelms who we are welcoming back from hernia surgery. Ya hear that President Elect Dave Spalinger and Jeff Haynes? Past President Kay Pitts was even kind enough to help Ron by getting his coffee for him. I wonder if Ron takes cream and sugar? Dedicated Rotarian Marilee Reagor had her own brush with the knife, as she was out after undergoing knee surgery. We look forward to her speedy recovery.President Cheryl wants to acknowledge those in the club who were all “hands and elbows” packaging boxes for families for our annual Thanksgiving Basket Give-away. 35 families received a special dinner courtesy of all who planned, bought, contributed and packed. Teamwork and Service Above Self!
We are reminded that the club survey has been completed and the results have been sent to the membership. Thank you all for taking the time to participate. It helps our leadership to bring the very best to our membership and furthermore…they listen!
Kathy (Andersen) Berry would like to thank all that participated in Thursday’s Salvation Army Bell Ringing in front of Hobby Lobby. Good Rotarians turning the Rotary wheel by actively doing! Way to represent Rotary and have fun at the same time.
Speaking of Rotary wheels being active, Mindy Wilmot shared her research of the origins of our Rotary logo. I would have to thank her and admit that I had no idea of the intricacies of the design meaning. Mindy tells us that the design origins were developed in 1905 by Montague Bear to represent Civilization and Work. Mindy said the teeth of the wheel symbolizes work to be done, the spokes are the path of Rotarians, and the keyhole at the center represents the wheel (we Rotarians), working (turning the wheel). The keyhole is necessary because what’s the use of a wheel if it is not active and working. We as Breakfast Rotarians are the KEY to the action in making the wheel move. So let’s represent what Montague Bear had in mind in being active working Rotarians. Personally, I think we are doing a good job. Join in the fun and invite a guest. I was mesmerized and inspired by this Trivia Intelligence Report, then Pres. Cheryl lowered the boom on those that came to the meeting without their Rotary Pin. FINE and new pin for the lucky winners!
Saturday, December 14th Christmas Shopping with children at East Hills Target is quickly approaching. Sign up ASAP. We will have volunteers from Interact on hand to assist all of you Rotary elves in making a child’s Christmas a bit more festive. Join in the fun and sign up today with Kathy Berry! Please arrive at the store at 6:45am to prepare for shopping and instructions. The event should last no longer than an hour or so.
Also for those who would like to participate in the Wreaths Across America at the National Veteran’s Cemetery at SR 58 at SR 223, the morning of Saturday, December 14th will be the date to be in attendance at the ceremony. Dress warm and enjoy!