Greetings from our President

 

Finally, it is Spring, with warmer weather, more evening sunlight to work in the yard, Peter Rabbit hopping down the bunny trail, and looking forward to happy, fun times with friends and family in the great outdoors, in this beautiful place we are privileged to call home. It is a time of renewal, growth and optimism.

 

Reflecting on March, many things moved forward. A MAJOR positive event is Donja (pronounced Donya) Erdman who has volunteered to assume the very important bookkeeping function. She is retired, having served as the Chief Financial Officer at Marcus Daly Hospital for many years. I worked closely with Donja and her staff while I was Director of the Foundation for over seven years. To say we are fortunate to have her help is an understatement. She will be in the building one or two days each week. She will be working in my office, so when you see her, please extend a hearty welcome to her.

 

The Board had a productive meeting on March 10th. Several topics were discussed, including financial status, methods to enhance the awareness of the Center, and increased use of the Bitterroot Room. Discussion was also had regarding the need to update and refine Corporate documents, including the By-Laws, Policies and Procedures and event rental forms. Such review will be undertaken over the next several months.

 

Other positives are a work in progress to update and improve the Center Web-site.  Check it out and give us your feedback and suggestions as to what else you would like to see.  Also, significant progress has been made with respect to the Newsletter, both in content and dissemination. This also is a work in progress and we ask for your comments, positive or negative as we continue to work out the bugs. Phil Connelly, the Center volunteer Secretary, has devoted many hours setting up our somewhat complex computer network, in addition to working on the Web-site and Newsletter. Phil, your efforts are greatly appreciated, THANKS.

 

Special THANKS also to our dear friend Norberto who brings smiles to our faces with his creative, wonderful and whimsical wood caricatures. He is indeed an artist and wood working genius. Those of you who use the south entrance with the automatic door have noticed a new wood railing to the right as you enter. Kathy Anderson noted about a foot drop off from the entrance walkway and suggested a railing be installed. She was absolutely right. I discussed the matter with Norberto who said “I do”!  He did a beautiful job!  Now that the weather is moderating, the railing will be finish sanded and painted to match the existing paint color.

 

THANK YOU NORBERTO!

 

Speaking of suggestions, those that have been received recently include:

 

A dance once a month or so;

 

More ice cream and chocolate desserts;

 

When there are speakers, be polite, stop talking and give the speaker your full attention.

 

In closing, a gentle reminder to renew your membership, or not yet a member, please join and support “the friendliest place in town”.

 

With thanks and appreciation to all of you and ONWARD!

 

Ron

 

A few thoughts to ponder:

 

‘LIFE IS NOT SO MUCH A MATTER OF POSITION AS OF DISPOSITION”

 

“THE HAPPINESS OF YOUR LIFE DEPENDS ON THE QUALITY OF YOUR THOUGHTS”

 

“A SMILE IS AN INEXPENSIVE WAY TO IMPROVE YOUR LOOKS”