Paul Mikkelson hurt his back and called Joanne Santiago for help. He was really glad she called back and helped him to work through it. (Then Gary Hyde said Joanne is the world's greatest chiropractor. Hank Frey saw Joanne 25 years ago, and she was so good he didn't have to go back. Larry Sullivan saw Joanne with the OK from wife Brenda, and he was a "successful" patient. Salin Low couldn't give a happy dollar for Joanne, but she has gotten great relief from Joanne's therapy over the years. President Gary Miller said all these testimonials for Joanne surely counted as a vocational service moment.)
Rollie Sterrett came back from his trip with a boat story rather than a fish story. He and wife Karin took a river boat cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg on the beautiful Danube. One problem - the Danube was so low that the boat couldn't get all the way up the river. So they had to pack their bags, get on a bus, and board a boat making its way down the Danube. The boats made u-turns and everyone was once again on their way. After telling this story, Rollie put on his Dr. IQ hat and shared some theories about why the Danube, which is truly lime green, is called the Blue Danube. He actually forgot one theory. The other was that Napoleon lost a battle with the Austro-Hungarians and so many of his soldiers died in the river that their blue uniforms seemed to change the color of the river.
Bob Cave was happy to have attended his first district foundation dinner the night before. He was proud of the club for receiving a citation for the amount collected and of Rollie Sterrett's recognition as a major donor to the Rotary Foundation. Foundation Chair Joanne Santiago was glad that the club was well represented at the foundation dinner, with seven members and two spouses attending. She hopes even more people will attend next year.
John Shea was happy to be celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary and felt blessed to share his life with his wife. They were headed to Maine for a weekend.
Gary Hyde was happy that the Mets had made the World Series. They had a good year, although one error by Daniel Murphy in game 4 felt like the revenge of Bill Buckner. Watch out for next year with five good, young pitchers. The American League fans in the room can relax until the series.
Bill Barnes is sorry that he will miss the meeting on November 13th, since he always wants to share information about Triskaidekaphobia or Frigatriskaidekaphobia - fear of Friday the 13th. Bill regrets that there will not be another Friday the 13th until next May. He is a bit anxious about the fact that he and wife Pat will be in MA providing 10 days of childcare to two grandsons - ages 14 & 16. Bill nominated Rollie Sterrett, formerly Dr. IQ, to share thoughts about Friday the 13th at the appropriate meeting. Unfortunately Rollie will be at alma mater Colgate university with his son Reid watching football and hockey. Rollie did tell us that Colgate was founded by 13 men who said 13 prayers and put in $13 to start the school. (However William Colgate of soap fame gave the school a lot of money; hence the name.) All their sports captains wear the number 13, and Friday the 13th is considered a lucky day.
Gary Miller was happy to have spent last weekend with his grandson for his birthday.
Past president Salin Low presented the club with the citation received at the foundation dinner. The club was honored for its contributions to the Rotary Foundation to end polio.
Announcements
Turkey Trot
The Turkey Trot is coming Wednesday November 18!! Contact Bill Lamphier at 860-658-5453 to reserve a two hour shift.
Salvation Army Bell Ringing
Hank Frey announced that the Club will be bell ringing at WalMart on Friday, November 27 and Saturday, December 19. Check with him to volunteer.
Breakfast with Santa
Diana Boorjian announced that Breakfast with Santa in Canton will be on December 12. Our job is to cook for the single seating. Check with Diana to volunteer.
Message From Joanne Santiago
Hello!
President Gary has asked that we continue to honor two non-Rotarians from the community with Paul Harris Fellowships. It would be nice if we could have one person from Canton and one from Avon. Please search out whom you think would be good for a Paul Harris Award and nominate them. Submit nominations to me directly for my committee's consideration.
Thank you...
Joanne,
Foundation Chair
Rotary Business Cards
Phil Worley announced that we have a new supply of the "business" cards, which are a good way to invite prospective members to join us for breakfast. They are kept at the sgt-at-arms table.
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