Roseland Rotary meeting August 31, 2017
Roseland Rotary was honored with 12 outstanding members, one guest and our speaker all in attendance for a nice lunch and great information.
What's a turkey's favorite song? "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas"
Did you know Al Veldman lost a hearing aid last week at the Roseland Rotary Board Meeting? He has.jpg)
no idea what was going on or what was happening. Some say it was hard to tell the difference! Al is in the process of remodeling his living room and kitchen. In reality, Al has hired someone to do the work. Al says Elizabeth has suggested he leave the house more often. I think her words were something like, “get out”. Yes remodeling can be so much fun! Dr Frank Toepp just grew 2 inches, literally over night. He is now another 3 inches taller than David Keck. Good to know that Franks back surgery went well.
no idea what was going on or what was happening. Some say it was hard to tell the difference! Al is in the process of remodeling his living room and kitchen. In reality, Al has hired someone to do the work. Al says Elizabeth has suggested he leave the house more often. I think her words were something like, “get out”. Yes remodeling can be so much fun! Dr Frank Toepp just grew 2 inches, literally over night. He is now another 3 inches taller than David Keck. Good to know that Franks back surgery went well. A cowbell is what you call a lovely Southern cow.”
Rachel Bernhard called prior to the meeting to say her dad died and she will not be in attendance. Our prayers go out to Rachel and her family during these very stressful times.
One spelling mistake can destroy your life!
A husband wrote a message to his wife on his official trip and forgot to add 'e' at the end of a word...
"I am having such a wonderful time! Wish you were her..!"
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Joe Maloney will be announcing more about the upcoming World Affairs Conference and the RYLA program at future meetings. Joe mentioned Rotary District 6200 will be having its Annual Foundation Dinner in Fort Wayne this year. Anyone wanting to attend should contact Joe. He will be in contact with the South Bend Club to see if they might be getting a bus to make the trip. The cost is $120 per person which includes a $60 donation to the Foundation. More to follow on the Foundation Dinner.
I run all around the pasture but never move. What am I?
Roseland Rotary voted to send a check for $500 to Rotary District 6200 foundation for Hurricane Harvey Relief. Another wonderful good deed by the Roseland Rotary Club. Individuals can donate though Rotary by sending donations to, Hurricane Relief Rotary District 6200, 2266 South College Road Ext. Suite C, Lafayette, Louisiana 70508.
Confucius say: Man who run in front of car get tired
Roseland Rotary will be purchasing T-shirts for the Hawthorn Elementary Volleyball team. They have not had new shirts in over 12 years. Way to go Roseland Rotary!
Confucius say: Man who run behind car get exhausted
Would you like to go to Argentina? District 6540 is giving you that opportunity through our Rotary Friendship Exchange program. Want to find out more, please call Carol Strandling 219-863-7821.
How far can a fox run into a grove?
Happy Dollar David Keck did his usual rounds collecting hundreds in fines and happy dollars. Dr. Frank Toepp was happy he gained 2 inches in height as a result of back surgery. Winnie Farquhar was happy to report her leg is getting better. Don, no pin, Kulwicki paid a fine. Maybe we should take up a collection and buy Don a pin then attach it to his badge so he has it every week. Let’s not tell George Stump about this! Erin Bonin is happy she is going to see her Mom and 93 year old Grandma in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Good thing to do now before the weather gets colder. Bob Sones is happy for Frank Toepp. Al Veldman is happy he can still keep track of all his family members. Al has a great family and it’s always good to hear about their exploits. Ben Bendit was happy he got to take photos of Dave Keck for Keck’s Facebook page. Joe Maloney no pin. Morey Rosen was happy the Cubs swept the Pirates. Someone get the man a ticket to the World Series already!
Confucius say: Man who get hit by car, get that run down feeling
Today’s speaker was Jennifer L. Vanderveen, Attorney, Certified as an Elder Law Attorney..jpg)
As an Elder Law attorney for Tuesley Hall Konopa, LLP, Jennifer counsels clients in the areas of special needs trusts, guardianships, veteran’s benefits, Medicaid benefits, and probate. Her elder law services include:
• creating complex long term care asset protection plans for both Medicaid and Veteran’s benefit eligibility;
• analyzing tax implications of trusts, tax deferred assets, and real estate transactions;
• counseling clients on fiduciary duties as powers of attorney, guardians, and trustees;
• drafting complex estate plans, including special needs and disability planning and defective grantor trusts;
• completing Medicaid and veterans benefits applications for both nursing home and disability cases;
• managing contested and non-contested guardianship cases, probate estates, and trust administrations;
• preparation of gift, estate, trust and individual income tax returns;
• representing clients before the United States Tax Court;
• and drafting memoranda and pleadings in support of family law litigation.
Thanks to Jennifer for a very informative presentation. Most of us should be considering all the points Jennifer touched upon.
A young man saw an elderly couple sitting down to lunch at McDonald's. He noticed that they had ordered one meal, and an extra drink cup. As he watched, the gentleman carefully divided the hamburger in half, then counted out the fries, one for him, one for her, until each had half of them. Then he poured half of the soft drink into the extra cup and set that in front of his wife. The old man then began to eat, and his wife sat watching, with her hands folded in her lap.
The young man decided to ask if they would allow him to purchase another meal for them so that they didn't have to split theirs. The old gentleman said, "Oh, no. We've been married 50 years, and everything has always been and will always be shared, 50/50." The young man then asked the wife if she was going to eat, and she replied,
"Not yet. It's his turn with the teeth.
OK, so nobody said they were good jokes!
Benny Bendit won the drawing for the second week in a row and has no idea what to do with 
his new found fortune.
his new found fortune.Be a good Rotarian and come to a meeting, we miss you!