Greeter this week: Vicki Horsfield
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We all agree that one of the downsides of being a member of a Rotary E-Club is that we don't meet face to face as in a terra club. But the downside to meeting as a terra club is that members meet in exactly the same geographic location for every meeting. So it is especially rich when we E-clubbers do actually meet up with one ofwith one of our fellow member, and to add to that excitement, those "pod" meetings might happen anywhere in the world!
I had the honor of a visit from Doug Dyer and his wife, Johanne, in February here in Guatemala. Not only was it wonderful to spend some enjoyable time with them, but they came to visit our organization, Creating Opportunities for Guatemalans. As service is an inherent characteristic of every Rotarian, Doug and Johanne jumped right in and helped some of our students with their reading and their English.
Last year, I visited Doug and Johanne while they were house-sitting in Nicaragua. When they left Guatemala in February, I asked Doug, "So what part of the world shall we meet in next year??"
I love Rotary!!
Inspirational Moment
Teenager's bridge notes 'help save six lives' in Sunderland, UK
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A teenager who attached uplifting messages to a bridge to help people facing a mental health crisis has helped save six lives, police said.
Paige Hunter, 18, tied more than 40 notes to Sunderland's Wearmouth Bridge.
Paige Hunter, 18, tied more than 40 notes to Sunderland's Wearmouth Bridge.
Read more HERE
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Comments from our Guests and Members
Members and guest attending our weekly meetings are very important to us. Based on your comments we are able to produce many more educational, inspiring and entertaining weekly meetings.
Following are some of the comments we have received. Would you send us your comments please?
The Discoveries Awaiting Us in the Ocean's Twilight Zone
There was a common thread throughout the program of service including everything from the Inspirational Moment that discussed how we are "wired to serve" through the idea of Rotary Days and engaging Rotaract members to the big picture of creating awareness about the ocean and steps that can be taken to protect it for future generations. They all got me thinking.
Don Smith, RC of Bracebridge, Ontario, D-7010
Delightful meeting filled with resources for us to expand our learning and suggestions on knowing how to work together to "Be the Inspiration" near and far.
Lynne Ternosky, Rotary E-Club of Canada One, D-5370
Interesting to learn Her Royal Highness, The Princess Royal addressing how to be effective as a global organization making the difference in lives of children @ risk, & the adjustment in policy to treat urban vs rural immunization issues.
Velma Noble, RCCHP, Calgary, Alberta, D-5360
Regarding this week's meeting program: I never cease to be amazed at the level of phenomenal speakers Rotary is able to attract to our Rotary Conferences. Was not aware of our connection to the Save The Children's Fund. Love hearing how Rotary continues to change the world through our world-wide relationships. And from there how we can leverage our position to affect positive change in all aspects of quality of life throughout the world and "at home".
John Wojcicki, RC of Edmonton, D-5370
It was interesting listening to Princess Anne, and her kinds words for Rotary. I still recall watching her get married to Mark Phillips in 1973. My, how time has flown by!
Delwen Stander, Rotary E-Club of Canada One, D-5370
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Material Suggestions and Greeter Messages Always Needed!
Do you have a Rotary story that you'd like to share with the Rotary World?
Please feel free to forward an approx. 150 - 200 word message or any material suggestions in an e-mail, or in a Word document, along with a jPeg picture or two, to E-Club Administration Chair Jim Ferguson.
We'd love to hear from you!
Your attendance could earn you Paul Harris Points
The Rotary E-club of Canada One is excited to announce that all of our attending guests who make a donation to our club in lieu of a meal, fines or happy bucks, will have the opportunity to have their name entered in a quarterly draw in support of the Rotary Foundation.
For more information, please click on the READ MORE link at the top of the weekly meeting.
Real Time Meetings
Each 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm (MDT) is our Fellowship Assembly, and we often invite interesting speakers or Rotary Leaders for this entertaining, educational fun event.
Each Thursday Morning from 8:00 am to 8:30 am (MDT) we host a casual FellowSIP Coffee Chat.
Everyone is welcome to attend and we encourage your participation.
Please click in our Event Calendar for details and access Link.
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In order for our club to continue with its much needed projects helping others, your contributions are critical.
You may use either, the Paypal Button on the side bar, donation button on the attendance form, or by sending a cheque to:
The Rotary E-club of Canada One
Appt 1708, 1108 6 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P -5K1
We thank you for your donation!
A Little Humour
My Daughter Learned to Count
My daughter woke me around 11:50 last night. My wife and I had picked her up from her friend Sally's birthday party, brought her home, and put her to bed. My wife went into the bedroom to read while I fell asleep watching the Braves game.
"Daddy," she whispered, tugging my shirt sleeve. "Guess how old I'm going to be next month."
"I don't know, beauty," I said as I slipped on my glasses. "How old?"
She smiled and held up four fingers.
It is 7:30 now. My wife and I have been up with her for almost 8 hours. She still refuses to tell us where she got them from.
New Members Corner
Submitted by Kitty Bucsko
Rotary Minute
August is Membership Month
Food for Thought
Submitted by Vicki Horsfield
The adventure of life is to learn.
The purpose of life is to grow.
The nature of life is to change.
The challenge of life is to overcome.
The essence of life is to care.
The opportunity of life is to serve.
The secret of life is to dare.
The spice of life is to befriend.
The beauty of life is to give.
The joy of life is to love.
-Thich Nhat Hanh
Rotary Jukebox
For a small donation, your favorite musician will be featured on one of our next e-meetings for everyone to enjoy.
Every week we'll have a draw and the lucky person will see their song featured!
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Donated and Submitted by Delwen Stander
Speaker Program
This officially ends this week's meeting
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Supplied by Kitty Bucsko
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