It's so hard to say farewell.
One of the privileges I have as President of Rotary Sunrise is the ability to review Rotary International's membership roster for our club. So, I'm taking this time as the end of the current Rotary year draws to a close to bid farewell to the members who have left our club since July 1st of 2013.
Betsy Kelly, 6 August, 2013
Simon Watson, 7 September, 2013
Lloyd McBean, 12 November, 2013
Mellisa Hudell, 12 November, 2013
Raquel Solomon, 27 November, 2013
Adrean Russell, 16 February, 2013
Gregory Brooks, 16 February, 2013
I have also recently received transfer requests from Rotarian Nigel Twohey and from District Secretary and Past President Rosie Twohey. Both are switching to the Mother Club (RCGC) and although it's painful to see them leave Sunrise, we know that they are following their hearts and we certainly are grateful that they will remain within the Family of Rotary in the Cayman Islands. Our doors will always be open to welcome them warmly as visiting Rotarians and Past Sunrisers.
Two other Sunrise members, Rotarian Chris Anco and Past Secretary Ciara Aspinall are considering transfers into the District 7020 E-Club of the Caribbean due to distance and time challenges. The E-Club is absolutely delightful, with 24/7/365 online meetings and a weekly "live" Happy Hour Hangout every Saturday morning. Rotarians Chris and Ciara will be in excellent company as members of the E-Club with such District luminaries as that club's President Kitty Bucsko and PDG Diana White.
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But this Rotary year hasn't been entirely devoted to fond farewells. We also have been blessed with a host of energized and eager newcomers to the Sunrise family. So three cheers for our newest Sunrisers!
Victor Crumbley, admitted 28 June, 2013
Dorothy Crumbley, admitted 28 June, 2013
Rachel Windhaber, admitted 2 April, 2014
Renzo Escalante, admitted 2 April, 2014
We also have several potential members waiting in the wings--some are transferring in from other clubs and some will be brand new Rotarians. But all will be part of an amazing club whose members have successfully weathered the storms that fate has tossed our way.
We are family. We are Sunrisers.
We engage Rotary. We change lives.
And we ARE making the world a better place.
What could be better than that?
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Giving blood is one of the most selfless things you can do for another human being. And on Saturday, June 14 we saw just that as a number of new donors came out to sign up, give blood and others simply to support the efforts of the Blood Services. The staff from the Health Services Authority were overjoyed with the number of new registrants to the system and the media coverage that they were getting in addition to the Rotary club support from all the local clubs. Tune into Cayman 27's evening news on Monday to see more on the successful event.
Everyone has different reasons for giving blood (if they are eligible) and what ever that reason is the recipient who needs blood is thankful that you did. It was truly heart-warming as I saw Rotarians and Rotaractors show up on Saturday to sign up and give blood as it shows how much our members care.
The Blood Services will be looking to launch a facebook page soon to get into the social media circle and encourage young donors to start early to make giving blood a part of your life every 8 weeks. Starting on July 5, the Blood Bank is making it even more convenient for donors to give as they will be open on Saturdays for blood donations. Call the blood bank today to make your next appointment 244-2669 or 244-2674.
I was born and brought up in Cornwall the southernmost county in England. My mother was a librarian and my father an engineer. Very sadly my father passed away from Multiple Sclerosis when I was 14 years old. Whilst at school and 6th form in Cornwall I volunteered in the St. John ambulance brigade and our local hospice. I obtained my Bachelors degree in therapeutic radiography from the University of Wales College of Medicine in Cardiff. During my time in Cardiff I met my husband and we have been married for 9 years this year.
I am a proud mother of 2 boys, Thomas born in February 2011 and Benjamin who will be 1 this July. Whilst living in Dorset I became a volunteer for the local branch of the National Child Birth Trust. This charity provides support for expectant and new parents within the local community.
Are you ready for our next major Community Service hands on project is taking place on Saturday, June 21? Members will be wearing the yard clothes and helping to make this Community park a more welcoming to the community to use. Join us from 8am to 11am then afterwards we will have a barbecue Fellowship from 11am to 2pm. This is your chance to roll up your sleeves, break a sweat and help improve our community with the beautification of our signature park. So far we have 
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Come and enjoy an evening of celebration as we fellowship with our Rotary family and friends to honour the year coming to a close and welcome the new year ahead. Sign up sheets will be in circulation at Wednesday's meeting as well as sign-up through the website calendar will be available for members and guests. All are welcome!
We have 
Update - If you are unable to travel to the Zone 34 Seminar this weekend in Jacksonville Florida don't despair. You can participate online for free to any of the selected sessions. Choose from Foundation, Membership, Public Image, Major Gifts and more where a wide range of subject areas are covered within each session. There are 6 one-hour sessions where you can participate in from the comfort of your own home or office. Simply review the email details sent by Sheila Bethel and sign up before Wednesday, June 18. This is a great opportunity to participate in the training seminars without the cost of travel.
"Club Dues" Due on July 1:
Birthdays and Anniversaries for the Month of June
Duty Roster for June 18
Make-ups: