President Bill got our attention by ringing the bell and we all joined in the Rotary Song and Pledge of Allegiance. He then gave the invocation himself, reciting a prayer from Mother Teresa giving thanks for Passover, Easter and our Freedom. We then proceeded to the lunch buffet, consisting of mashed potatoes, veggies and stewed beef. Salad and bread filled out the lunch menu.
After eating we sang the welcome song, even though we did not have any guests to which we could sing. It was good practice, especially for some. You know who you are, J.
Happy Jack then gave us our Sergeant-At-Arms report.
Marc Glass paid for having his picture in the paper yet again, as well as Jay Stewart’s return to the ridge.
George Schoen, President Bill, Art Bradbury and Ruth Sheehan all paid for the Red Sox’s good start to the season, reveling in that it was better than the Yankees’ start. Enjoy it while it lasts!
Jay Stewart paid because she was glad to be here.
George Agnelli paid handsomely because he was glad Jay was back as well.
Peter and Sue Klock paid because they are looking forward to visiting their grandson in Paris next week.
Wes Willett paid for his first attempt at writing High Gear.
Frank Collins paid for a great Mystery Ride.
Bob Buettner paid for leaving early as well as for disrespecting the Sergeant-At-Arms.
Jack Martin concluded his report noting that we would later be raffling off the keys to a new Ford Explorer. License plate EH 1 comes with the car. Mayor Marcia pre-empted this by purchasing her keys back for $4.