Presidents Report
There aren’t too many nights where I’m leaving home at 9.30pm to catch a train, but that’s exactly what I, and three other Club members did last Monday night after our weekly meeting. Colin and Anne, David and I jumped on the metro at Cherrybrook station as part of the district’s annual ‘End Polio’ train ride which is timed to take place on World Polio Day (Monday 24 October 2022). This epic train journey started at 7am and finished at 10pm, saw all 189 stations on the Sydney metropolitan network covered in one day and around $70,000 raised for this worthy cause. Also, on board at the time of our journey were organisers Mark and Dave from the Rotary Club of Beecroft, Past District Governor Lindsay, visiting international Rotarian Stephen and Hills District Rotaractor Shauna. Whilst on board we handed our Club’s donation of $1,000 USD (which converts to $1540 AUSD). So, something different for a Monday night, but a fantastic initiative and one that our Club is pleased and proud to support.
Coming up this Sunday is another event the Club has great interest in, that being the Black Dog Institute’s fundraising event at Metcalfe Park in Pyrmont. Our Club has been invited to run the BBQ as part of ‘One Foot Forward 2022’. The event is a fundraising walk around Metcalfe Park and surrounding boardwalks to raise money for the Black Dog Institute. Attendees can choose between doing one lap or two laps of the course. One Foot Forward enables conversations about mental health and encourages people to seek help. A key feature of the event will be to promote the importance of exercise in mental health and therefore the event will incorporate some wellness activities in the expo precinct such as yoga and meditation. While the organisers were happy for our Club to keep the proceeds we make on the day, Board decided to donate these funds back to the Institute because supporting the Black Dog Institute aligns closely with our commitment to supporting vulnerabilities in the community. So, while the participants will be ‘walking for a mentally healthier world’, our Club will be ‘cooking for a mentally healthier world’ and I’m sure having a lot of fun and comradery in the process. The planning and organising for this event are well in hand thanks to Tony C, Adrian, Douglas, Colin S and the crew they have organised. For those attending please remember your Club shirts, caps and aprons, and make contact for car-pooling arrangements.
We have a great meeting planned for next Monday 31 October as this will be a partners and Melbourne Cup night. We will also be inducting in Sue M as a new member and recognising Colin M as an Honorary member – so a wonderful celebration. I look forward to seeing you then.
And that’s the buzz for the week. Stay safe and travel well. Janelle
Coming up this Sunday is another event the Club has great interest in, that being the Black Dog Institute’s fundraising event at Metcalfe Park in Pyrmont. Our Club has been invited to run the BBQ as part of ‘One Foot Forward 2022’. The event is a fundraising walk around Metcalfe Park and surrounding boardwalks to raise money for the Black Dog Institute. Attendees can choose between doing one lap or two laps of the course. One Foot Forward enables conversations about mental health and encourages people to seek help. A key feature of the event will be to promote the importance of exercise in mental health and therefore the event will incorporate some wellness activities in the expo precinct such as yoga and meditation. While the organisers were happy for our Club to keep the proceeds we make on the day, Board decided to donate these funds back to the Institute because supporting the Black Dog Institute aligns closely with our commitment to supporting vulnerabilities in the community. So, while the participants will be ‘walking for a mentally healthier world’, our Club will be ‘cooking for a mentally healthier world’ and I’m sure having a lot of fun and comradery in the process. The planning and organising for this event are well in hand thanks to Tony C, Adrian, Douglas, Colin S and the crew they have organised. For those attending please remember your Club shirts, caps and aprons, and make contact for car-pooling arrangements.
We have a great meeting planned for next Monday 31 October as this will be a partners and Melbourne Cup night. We will also be inducting in Sue M as a new member and recognising Colin M as an Honorary member – so a wonderful celebration. I look forward to seeing you then.
And that’s the buzz for the week. Stay safe and travel well. Janelle
Night Report
Night Report
Opening: Sergeant David Turnbull opened the meeting.
Rotary Toast was proposed by Colin Sharpe to Rotary and Polio. Today is End of Polio Day.
Welcome by President Janelle Craig:
Janelle welcomed all present and acknowledged that several members are away travelling, and apologies were also received from Kerry Man, Edwina Ruff, and John Tchetchenian.
After this meeting a group of members including Janelle, David, Colin and Ann Sharpe will Ride the Train for Polio at 9.30pm at Cherrybrook Station which is the final trip on the day’s itinerary.
Next Sunday 30/10/2022 is the Black Dog Institute event at Pyrmont
Lots of preparation happening right now for the Christmas Market at the RFS/Guide Hall precinct on Saturday 03/12/2022
Presidents Report:
Refer to President Janelle Craig report in the bulletin
Director’s Reports
Used coffee bags and bedding have been taken to Michelle Rocheta for her charity
Anne and Colin will run a kraft stall at the Christmas Market and welcome supplies from members
Members are reminded to donate $100 to the Rotary Centurion Programme. Adrian reported on the BBQ event our club has been invited to provide at the One Foot Forward Solidarity Event by the Black Dog Institute next Sunday 30 October, which will be held at Metcalfe Park, Pyrmont. Thank you to all the volunteers who have signed up to help on the day
Bump in time for BBQ trailer and supply trailer 07.15am
The event timing 09.00 – 13.30
Bump out time 14.00
In comings days Adrian will send an email to all volunteers with all details of the event, location, parking etc.
John Caruana gave an update on the Christmas Market to be held on 3rd December. Invitations have been sent to over a hundred potential stall holders
Guest Speaker: Dr Riles Moynes (Ted Talk) “The Four Stages of Retirement”
Tony Makin connected us to a most interesting TED talk:
Dr Moynes described the four phases of retirement and how to “squeeze the juice” out of retirement
In summary the four stages are:
1.Vacation Phase:
You do what you want, no routine
Its what most people long for, but it usually only lasts for one year and then it loses its lustre…. “is that all there is to retirement???”
2.Feel loss and feel lost phase:
Then most people feel the loss of routine, loss of identity, loss of relationships, no sense of purpose and for some a loss of power.
Some people face divorce, depression, decline, fear, anxiety, and depression
3.Trial and error phase:
Then we start asking “How can I make my life meaningful again”
This is when we try different things looking for meaning and satisfaction in our life.
It’s a trial-and-error process until you find the satisfying breakthrough in your retirement life and if you don’t succeed then you revert to phase 2
4.Reinvent and revision phase:
This is when you find your purpose, a meaningful existence and for many its when service to others becomes a key part of our life.
According to Dr Moynes, this is when we “squeeze ALL the juice” out of retirement
Closing remarks by President Janelle:
President Janelle thanked all for attending and reminded all that next Monday is a face-to-face meeting at Springfield and our annual Melbourne Cup meeting that welcomes members and partners, and wear your Melbourne Cup attire.
It will also be the meeting where Sue Moore will be inducted as a new member and when retiring member Colin McGowan will be recognised as an Honorary member – so a great night of celebration and fellowship- please join.
Opening: Sergeant David Turnbull opened the meeting.
Rotary Toast was proposed by Colin Sharpe to Rotary and Polio. Today is End of Polio Day.
Welcome by President Janelle Craig:
Janelle welcomed all present and acknowledged that several members are away travelling, and apologies were also received from Kerry Man, Edwina Ruff, and John Tchetchenian.
After this meeting a group of members including Janelle, David, Colin and Ann Sharpe will Ride the Train for Polio at 9.30pm at Cherrybrook Station which is the final trip on the day’s itinerary.
Next Sunday 30/10/2022 is the Black Dog Institute event at Pyrmont
Lots of preparation happening right now for the Christmas Market at the RFS/Guide Hall precinct on Saturday 03/12/2022
Presidents Report:
Refer to President Janelle Craig report in the bulletin
Director’s Reports
- Community Service: Colin Sharpe
Used coffee bags and bedding have been taken to Michelle Rocheta for her charity
Anne and Colin will run a kraft stall at the Christmas Market and welcome supplies from members
- Foundation: David Turnbull
Members are reminded to donate $100 to the Rotary Centurion Programme. Adrian reported on the BBQ event our club has been invited to provide at the One Foot Forward Solidarity Event by the Black Dog Institute next Sunday 30 October, which will be held at Metcalfe Park, Pyrmont. Thank you to all the volunteers who have signed up to help on the day
Bump in time for BBQ trailer and supply trailer 07.15am
The event timing 09.00 – 13.30
Bump out time 14.00
In comings days Adrian will send an email to all volunteers with all details of the event, location, parking etc.
John Caruana gave an update on the Christmas Market to be held on 3rd December. Invitations have been sent to over a hundred potential stall holders
- Membership: Carol Russell Sue Moore will be inducted as a new member at next Monday’s meeting.
- Public Image: Keith Ball
Guest Speaker: Dr Riles Moynes (Ted Talk) “The Four Stages of Retirement”
Tony Makin connected us to a most interesting TED talk:
Dr Moynes described the four phases of retirement and how to “squeeze the juice” out of retirement
In summary the four stages are:
1.Vacation Phase:
You do what you want, no routine
Its what most people long for, but it usually only lasts for one year and then it loses its lustre…. “is that all there is to retirement???”
2.Feel loss and feel lost phase:
Then most people feel the loss of routine, loss of identity, loss of relationships, no sense of purpose and for some a loss of power.
Some people face divorce, depression, decline, fear, anxiety, and depression
3.Trial and error phase:
Then we start asking “How can I make my life meaningful again”
This is when we try different things looking for meaning and satisfaction in our life.
It’s a trial-and-error process until you find the satisfying breakthrough in your retirement life and if you don’t succeed then you revert to phase 2
4.Reinvent and revision phase:
This is when you find your purpose, a meaningful existence and for many its when service to others becomes a key part of our life.
According to Dr Moynes, this is when we “squeeze ALL the juice” out of retirement
Closing remarks by President Janelle:
President Janelle thanked all for attending and reminded all that next Monday is a face-to-face meeting at Springfield and our annual Melbourne Cup meeting that welcomes members and partners, and wear your Melbourne Cup attire.
It will also be the meeting where Sue Moore will be inducted as a new member and when retiring member Colin McGowan will be recognised as an Honorary member – so a great night of celebration and fellowship- please join.
Humour
Funnies ... contributed by Max
Doctor's Opinion ... contributed by Cawas
Love ... contributed by Cawas
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*Customer: * Well, after much consideration, I’ve decided to install Love. Can you guide me through the process?
Tech Support: Yes. I can help you. Are you ready to proceed?
Customer: Well, I’m not very technical, but I think I’m ready. *What do I do first? *
Tech Support: The first step is to *open your Heart. * Have you located your Heart?
Customer: Yes, but there are several other programs running now. _ *Is it okay to install Love while they are running? *
Tech Support: *What programs are running? *_
Customer: Let’s see, _*I have Past Hurt, Low Self-Esteem, Grudge, and Resentment running right now.*_
Tech Support: No problem, *Love will gradually erase Past Hurt from your current operating system.* _It may remain in your permanent memory but will no long disrupt other programs._ *Love will eventually override Low Self-Esteem with a module of its own called High Self-Esteem.* _However, you have to completely turn off *Grudge and Resentment.* Those programs prevent Love from being properly installed. *Can you turn those off?_*
Customer: *_I don’t know how to turn them off. Can you tell me how?*_
Tech Support: With pleasure. Go to your start menu and *select Forgiveness. Do this as many times as necessary until Grudge and Resentment have been completely erased.*
Customer: Okay, done! *Love has started installing itself.* _Oops! I have an error message already. It says, *“Error- Program not run on external components.”* What should I do?_
Tech Support: Don’t worry. In nontechnical terms, *it simply means you have to Love yourself before you can Love others.* Pull down *Self-Acceptance;* then click on the following files: *Forgive Self, Realize Your Worth, and Acknowledge Your Limitations.*
Customer: Got it. Hey! *My heart is filling up with new files. Smile is playing on my monitor and Peace and Contentment are copying themselves all over my Heart.* Is this normal?
Tech Support: Yes, that means *Love is installed and running. * _One more thing before we hang up. _ *This Love program is freeware. You’re welcome to share it with others. Please pass it along!!!!….
