Today's program featured Dr. Bill Cadwallader, a veterinarian by trade, who has dedicated himself to RI's programs helping 3rd world mothers and families. He talked about all the ways that RI is helping to reduce infant mortality, from giving moms folic acid, to helping ensure clean water supplies, to educating men and women about better health practices. It was a sobering discussion, highlighting some topics that are quite frightening when you stop to consider the millions of people who are affected by these problems. It is nice to be part of an organization which is making a difference in the world. Bill was joined by his wife, Jean and they are both pictured with RI President DK Lee and his wife, Young, on this month's edition of Fragile Earth. My camera phone picture of Bill isn't very good, hopefully Johnny Fayard has a better one I can use!
Of course, we managed to have a good bit of SubWest fun, with Bill Sheffield leading off with a groaner about a lady who thought Saturday was Sunday (you had to be there). Huntley lead us with a memorable prayer (made me want to toast to old Ireland), Jay Overman lead us in the Pledge and Bob Stone lead the 4 Way Test.
Today's happy dollars focused on the football National Signing Day, and Andy Hinton bragged that Alabama did best, Bret Parra countered that LSU was on top, Ronnie Arnold stood up for his beloved Gators, and Bill Sheffield was heard remarking about UT. Brett then introduced our visitors and guests.
Bobbye Carroll was our Wolley today and she did a fine job. She started off talking about a computer games she uses to stay mentally sharp. The game includes a piano player and one of the melodies seems to annoy her. Consequently, she made the Wolley into a signing contest over which table could come up with the best song to clear her mind of the other one. Some of you had really good songs, some were kind of lame (if you heard my doo-wop song you know what I mean). Bill Sheffield was the winner with his rendition of 99 bottles of beer on the wall, so his table only paid a dollar each. The rest of us were fined $2. Nice job, Bobbye!
Jay Overman had the winning ticket today, but did not pull th Ace of Spades. He graciously rolled the $10 consolation prize into the pot, which was at $596 with only 17 cards remaining!
Jack Brown and I gave our Birthday Checks to support the RI Foundation. During the Happy Dollars, Jack reported that Vince Whibbs Cadillac/GMC was the top seller in their zone! Way to go, Jack!
Next Week we will be inducting 2 new members. Please be sure to attend, it should be a great meeting. Please invite those folks you think are interested in joining. We are entering a vibrant time for our club, the boat show is our most visible example of the SubWest Spirit and it would be great to have some new folks see what we are all about!
See you Thursday! BC.
Of course, we managed to have a good bit of SubWest fun, with Bill Sheffield leading off with a groaner about a lady who thought Saturday was Sunday (you had to be there). Huntley lead us with a memorable prayer (made me want to toast to old Ireland), Jay Overman lead us in the Pledge and Bob Stone lead the 4 Way Test.
Today's happy dollars focused on the football National Signing Day, and Andy Hinton bragged that Alabama did best, Bret Parra countered that LSU was on top, Ronnie Arnold stood up for his beloved Gators, and Bill Sheffield was heard remarking about UT. Brett then introduced our visitors and guests.
Bobbye Carroll was our Wolley today and she did a fine job. She started off talking about a computer games she uses to stay mentally sharp. The game includes a piano player and one of the melodies seems to annoy her. Consequently, she made the Wolley into a signing contest over which table could come up with the best song to clear her mind of the other one. Some of you had really good songs, some were kind of lame (if you heard my doo-wop song you know what I mean). Bill Sheffield was the winner with his rendition of 99 bottles of beer on the wall, so his table only paid a dollar each. The rest of us were fined $2. Nice job, Bobbye!
Jay Overman had the winning ticket today, but did not pull th Ace of Spades. He graciously rolled the $10 consolation prize into the pot, which was at $596 with only 17 cards remaining!
Jack Brown and I gave our Birthday Checks to support the RI Foundation. During the Happy Dollars, Jack reported that Vince Whibbs Cadillac/GMC was the top seller in their zone! Way to go, Jack!
Next Week we will be inducting 2 new members. Please be sure to attend, it should be a great meeting. Please invite those folks you think are interested in joining. We are entering a vibrant time for our club, the boat show is our most visible example of the SubWest Spirit and it would be great to have some new folks see what we are all about!
See you Thursday! BC.
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