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District Governor, Dave Thomas
Lights, Rotary, Action
5/14-16/2020 GLCFA
It’s January – The Decorations are put away; and that dang lying mirror is suggesting we may need to be a bit more active. As we age the brain, joints, and waist line declare war on our body. Let me suggest a way to fight back.
When my club asked me to become a future President, I was honored to be chosen. Frankly, I had never been to a District Conference. So, I decided to attend my first one. I hoped it would help me be a better President. My scout leader father always told us - “Son you only get out of life what you put into it”. So off I went.
When I got there, I didn’t know anyone and wasn’t sure I should have come. It seemed like I had walked in on somebody else’s Wedding or reunion. Everyone was welcoming. I found out you didn’t have to be a Club President and I left glad that I came. Now years later, it is still like a family reunion; but I have quickly become “Grandpa Dave”. Yearly I enjoy seeing my Rotary cousins.150 other friends and folks who are just as excited to see me.
Doctors tell us that the secret to aging is remaining socially active and intellectually stimulated. Every year our District conference allows us to spend a weekend in different locations around Canada and Michigan’s West Coast. It’s our chance to get caught up with what’s happening in Rotary and with our new family. Please try it out. I hope it will help you keep that Dang mirror in it’s place.
This year’s conference registration will be live in a few days on our District website. Our meeting is May 14th to 16th in Petoskey at the spectacular Great Lakes Center for the Arts (GLCFA). We have lined up some speakers that will inspire and motivate you. Including 6 club – Real World & Best Practices stories. We have catering by Stafford’s Hospitality. Entertainment will add to the fun along with the Golf, Biking, Shopping, and Wine tour options. Sign up prior to 3/15/20 and get $25 off Registration. You’re Rotary Cousins can’t wait to get to know you. See you there.
