Our Own gene Dennis was our speaker. He admitted being a Hodophile – one who loves to travel, and shared some of his favorite places on the planet with us. He and his lovely bride have traveled to 84 countries so far on all seven continents – yes, even including Antarctica! In fact, he said his absolute favorite place to visit was the frozen continent at the south pole. “If you stand still too long near the shore, the penguins will walk across your feet!” according to Gene.
Gene presented us with some of his best travel tips, including:
Lay all the clothes you want to take on your trip and all the money you think you’ll need for the trip on your bed. Then pack half the clothes and twice the money!
Never pass a restroom without stopping.
Heading WAY north, to Alaska, Gene said that if you visit, be sure to go inland. The edges are lovely and interesting, but inland worth the trip! When in Alaska
he met Jack Reakoff who has lived off the grid for 35 in Wiseman, Alaska.
We also heard about the wonderful culture and peoples of Southeast Asia. According to Gene, everywhere is on his bucket list of travel destinations. He quoted St. Augustine who said “The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page.
Here’s hoping you get to read many pages!
Thanksgiving
This Thursday is Thanksgiving- a day of gratitude and appreciation. It is also a holiday with a complicated narrative. So, as you gather with friends, family and loved ones, if you are also interested in a conversation with people of all ages that delves deeper into the origins of the holiday, below are some learning resources.
Next Up: Friday, December 6 at noon at the Food Bank- Holiday Music and Holiday Giving! Enjoy music and learn more about how Rotary makes a difference.
Health and Welfare Update
Dr. Bobby Mukkamala shared with those assembled that he has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. He will undergo surgery in December and said that his outcomes look positive. He also said he was grateful for Rotary, for the fellowship and for instilling in him the ideal of Service Above Self. Please keep Bobby and his family in your thoughts and prayers.
Welcome, Taliah Abdullah!
We inducted new member Taliah Abdullah, Director of the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library. Her sponsor was Ann Marie Van Duyne.
We are so glad to have you be part of Rotary!
Honoring Mike Chaffee
We honored Mike Chaffe with the Benefactor designation for the Rotary Foundation. This represents a $1,000 donation to Rotary International.
New Member Proposal- First Reading
Name Classification Proposed By
Jennifer Conkright College-Community-Student Success Coach Dawn Hibbard
Members wishing to comment on proposed members must do so in writing to Club Secretary Joe Martin no more than two weeks following the second reading.
Area 7 Rotary Holiday Gathering
The Grand Blanc Rotary Club is inviting all Area 7 Clubs to their holiday gathering. This enchanting evening of holiday cheer and fellowship will be set against the picturesque backdrop of Crossroads Village.
This is a private event and you may bring family and guests. *The cost is $20 per person. Dinner will be catered by Oliver T's of Grand Blanc. Following dinner, guests can participate in the Crossroads Village drive-through tour.
Wednesday, December 11 6:00 p.m. Crossroads Village - Mill Street Dining Room 6140 N. Bray Road, Flint, MI
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