PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Someone cuts in front of you and robs that parking space. A co-worker shoots down your idea at a meeting. The guy ahead of you in line for coffee chats on his cell phone, oblivious to the person waiting to take his order. Whatever happened to common courtesy?

Before you start to fume, remember that, even though we all get mad at times, it rarely gets us anywhere. Being nice, on the other hand, makes you feel good. It can also improve your health, attract kindness from others, and to help you achieve your goals – including your business goals.

I hope I’ve not lost my cool in the one year I’ve been in office. There have been times I felt like lashing out at a couple of Rotarians but I’ve refrain from it. It would be disastrous, if I had done it. We’re victims of stress in this fast-pace world. Stress destroys friendship. There must be a way to cope with stress. Take a deep breath or go for a walk is an immediate remedy for stress.

Let us do Rotary work with joy. Try not to jump at Rotarians who may have different views. Control yourself and smile. 

President Kevin has brilliant PR. He makes people comfortable. He makes people feel important. And he is very generous in helping the Club and its projects. To sum it all up, Kevin has really sacrificed much of his time towards the development of our Club. We need to thank him immensely for this.

Not forgetting the Directors in Kevin’s year – they are great too. They have completed their projects and activities without hiccups. We must also not forget the other Rotarians who have committed themselves to the Club. They may not hold positions but they have willingly helped out.

Our Anns are assets to our Club. With their presence, the Rotarians feel more at ease in evening functions. Thank you, Anns.