Why I Am A Rotarian
August 19, 2007
Little do we know when we are
leaving a lasting impression on a young person! Years later that
same child, turned busy adult, parent, career person, and
volunteer, was asked to join Rotary. Without hesitation the
answer was "Yes"!
Who was that original Rotarian
who made such an impression? It was my dear friend's father,
Joe (Mr. G to me then).
Rotary was, oh, so important to
him! Even as an elementary student where my world seemed to
revolve around recess, piano practice, spelling sit-downs, and
riding my bicycle within the allowed perimeters of our
neighborhood, I was unknowingly impressed. When Joe couldn't
pick us up at noon from school and take my friend and I home for
lunch, it was because "this is Rotary Day".
I soon learned Rotary must be
something very important in his life. Joe was a busy business
owner but everything seemed to step aside that special hour each
week. He was a man of great character. Move ahead 40 years: I
was proud and honored to be asked to be among the first wave of
women Rotarians.
What an impact this wonderful
organization has had on my life! Service Above Self! Service
acts that I cannot do alone can be accomplished because I am a
part of this powerful, caring, successful, and highly respected
organization. I can hold my head high and say...
"I helped to" …
·
eliminate Polio,
·
educate thousands
of students,
·
build numerous
houses, schools, medical clinics,
·
I am helping
promote peace and global understanding.
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I am doing all of
this because I am a Rotarian!
Rotary cares for others. Rotary
is a leader in our community and worldwide. Rotary allowed me to
develop new leadership skills and responsibilities. Rotary
broadened my circle of friends. Rotary doesn't just talk about
doing good work...Rotary does the work! Rotary Shares! Rotary
Leads The Way! I am proud of this organization and my
membership.
This is why I am a Rotarian!
Mary Q. Garrison, PDG
Wilber Rotary Club District
5650 (NE/IA)
D: 5650, Zone: 27
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