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GUESTS Martin Miller, KDOT, guest of Tom Stanton; Angela Overman, Therapist, guest of Doug Foss; Seth Ross, Trust Dept. Central Bank and Trust, guest of Pat Fallon; and Colby Davis, guest of his proud papa, Ward Davis.
FINES John Knipp and Randy Hendrickson were the Sgt.-At-Arms. This week presented slim pickins for the Sergeants. Latecomers who were fined for such were Nathan Meyer, Dave Burton and Eric Steinle. Mr. Steinle not only was late, but he came to pass around the sign-up sheets. As someone was already passing them around, Mr. Steinle turned and left as suddenly as he appeared. Stan Macgirvin was fined for poor basketball skills either the only person he can beat at basketball is his dog or his dog is so good that he can beat Stan. Either way, that is some really sad basketball skills, Stan. Finally, Randy Henderson paid for something questionable. Actually, this writer didnt catch why Randy paid a fine. Perhaps it was for attempting to impersonate the one who had the TUIT last week. Wait a minute, I already got fined for that blundernever mind.
TUIT Reta Joy Campbell was the owner of the metal ring of death this week. She cleverly sent an email to the membership requesting suggestions for a color change of our beloved TUIT. Most responded with their suggestions of which color would suit the TUIT best, and like myself, forgot to ask about the TUIT in response. At least half of those present paid for her little game. She passed it onto Steve Harmon. Keep it purple, Steve!!!
AMTRYKE An AmTryke was given away this morning to Trinity Pacheco a client of Wichita State University Pediatric Therapy Department. Trinity was not able to attend this mornings breakfast in person. Angela Overman a student therapist at WSU accepted the AmTryke on her behalf and promised to send pictures to us of Trinitys excitement on having this great gift. Angela will graduate in May from WSU with her doctorate in Physical Therapy.
PROGRAM Tom Stanton introduced Martin Miller, from the Kansas Department of Transportation. Martin recently returned from a leave of absence which took him to Iraq for 11 months. Martin was on a PRT, Provincial Reconstruction Team, which worked to mentor local governments in the 18 provinces in Iraq to implement and maintain a working infrastructure in the war-torn country. The PRTs consist of military advisors and civil affairs advisors, of which Martin was one. Martins team spent most of the time in Kirkuk, a province in Northern Iraq. He worked closely with journalists from other countries who are stationed in Iraq as well as the local Iraqi media. In this part of Iraq, ethnic differences contribute to the difficulties in growth and restructure. One of the largest oil fields in the world is located in the province of Kirkuk. The Kurdish people who live in this area want to call it their own, as do the Iraqi people who also live in this area. One of the missions of the PRTs is to help the ethnic groups work together to improve their communities. This certainly posed a challenge for Martins team. Martin spoke of feeling the call to go on this mission after being spoken to in church by a passage from the Bible. After hearing scripture from Matthew 5:9 one Sunday at church, Martin felt called to be a part of something greater than himself. This mission helped him answer that call. More information about the Provincial Reconstruction Team mission and activities can be found on the U.S. Embassy website.
T-SHIRT SIGN-UP A reminder that the NJCAA Tournament is fast approaching. Have you signed up to work? We need everyones participation to make this fundraiser a success.
50/50 DRAWING Pat Fallon won $28.00.
NEWSLETTER DRAWING No Newsletter drawing was held because the editor couldnt get it in gear quick enough to get the newsletter online in time. Did someone fine him?!
The answer to last weeks question was: The charter dinner meeting was held in the First National Bank restaurant and its name at that time was The Peppermill Cafeteria. What was the brand name of the Ice Cream sold at our Ice Cream booth at the Kansas State Fair BEFORE we began using Blue Bunny Ice Cream?
Nancy Conard, Ghostwriter for Steve