Hi Folks
a simple project which may eventually net some money towards Rotary
visit www.me2everyone.com/146121 and join me in a project to link as many folk within a timescale - you are given points and these will eventually become pounds
Lets see the power of Rotary work within this potential funding method
Jimmy
Friday, 26 June 2009
Thursday, 14 May 2009
Reports
Hi Folks
There is a cost for all good things, the reports have to be prepared and sent in before the end of June or they will have an impact on the application for the next exchange visit.
If there are any of the Canadian hosts reading this - could you do us a favour and send across any photographs which you have that you think would enhance the report - for example - we have no photograph of the Paul Harris presentations to the team - if you could help that would be great.
I am in the process of sending e-mails to everyone that I contacted in Canada and I will probably ask for some specific details, so keep your eyes open and your fingers poised over the keyboard for a speedy response.
I'll be in touch during the next week or so
Keep following and do please add comments
Jimmy
There is a cost for all good things, the reports have to be prepared and sent in before the end of June or they will have an impact on the application for the next exchange visit.
If there are any of the Canadian hosts reading this - could you do us a favour and send across any photographs which you have that you think would enhance the report - for example - we have no photograph of the Paul Harris presentations to the team - if you could help that would be great.
I am in the process of sending e-mails to everyone that I contacted in Canada and I will probably ask for some specific details, so keep your eyes open and your fingers poised over the keyboard for a speedy response.
I'll be in touch during the next week or so
Keep following and do please add comments
Jimmy
Thursday, 7 May 2009
well - would you credit it?
Hi Folks
Back home and eventually got my system sorted out - so simple too - a password had been changed to allow me to get web access to mail and it would appear that was all I needed to type in to sort out -
No I'm not thick - it kept on seeking a network password and as I don't have a network that is what threw me - it appears that is the way outlook works - sheesh!
They say a little knowledge is a dangerous thing - I obviously have a little knowledge - anyway - now that I am back up and running I shall be sending out my e-mails to all who passed on details and cards to me in Canada - I shall also try and do another little ditty like the legend below - if I can fit you in, I shall
keep your eyes on the blog in the near future
A GREAT BIG THANKS to you all
Jimmy
Back home and eventually got my system sorted out - so simple too - a password had been changed to allow me to get web access to mail and it would appear that was all I needed to type in to sort out -
No I'm not thick - it kept on seeking a network password and as I don't have a network that is what threw me - it appears that is the way outlook works - sheesh!
They say a little knowledge is a dangerous thing - I obviously have a little knowledge - anyway - now that I am back up and running I shall be sending out my e-mails to all who passed on details and cards to me in Canada - I shall also try and do another little ditty like the legend below - if I can fit you in, I shall
keep your eyes on the blog in the near future
A GREAT BIG THANKS to you all
Jimmy
Monday, 4 May 2009
We're Home!
Yup, thats right...we all made it home, safe and sound and surprisingly our bags were waiting for us when we reached Glasgow! So a job well done by Air Canada and BMI, I would travel with them both again.
But...I really dont know what to say now. It feels strange to be back home. 28 days in Alberta felt like such a long time, yet it also passed very quickly. Our first visit to Medicine Hat seems so long ago, yet almost like it was yesterday.
We have left behind so many amazing places, some great people and even more fantastic Rotary members. We would all like to thank each and every Rotary member we met for allowing us to visit District 5360. And a great big hug and many many thanks to each of the host families who took us under their wings and treated us as one of their own family. If you ever visit Scotland, dont hesitate to let us know...Maura has a big house you can stay in! Hahahaha sorry Maura!
It was back to the cold, rain and wind today and back to work for some of us tomorrow. Alberta, District 5360 and all of the Rotary members there will forever warm each of our hearts though.
Districts 1230 and 5360...you made our dreams real.
Thank You.
Your 100% Paul Harris Fellow GSE Team
x
But...I really dont know what to say now. It feels strange to be back home. 28 days in Alberta felt like such a long time, yet it also passed very quickly. Our first visit to Medicine Hat seems so long ago, yet almost like it was yesterday.
We have left behind so many amazing places, some great people and even more fantastic Rotary members. We would all like to thank each and every Rotary member we met for allowing us to visit District 5360. And a great big hug and many many thanks to each of the host families who took us under their wings and treated us as one of their own family. If you ever visit Scotland, dont hesitate to let us know...Maura has a big house you can stay in! Hahahaha sorry Maura!
It was back to the cold, rain and wind today and back to work for some of us tomorrow. Alberta, District 5360 and all of the Rotary members there will forever warm each of our hearts though.
Districts 1230 and 5360...you made our dreams real.
Thank You.
Your 100% Paul Harris Fellow GSE Team
x
The Legend of 'Jimmy Mallows'
It was not too long ago, in the hills far west of Olds,
that the legend of Jimmy Mallows truely unfolds
The night around the campfire was one to behold
as the snow fell heavily on the ground and the air became cold
The group sat in a circle just laughing out loud
the songs were being sung by a very vocal crowd
then along came the stranger from a far off land
with a packet or two of mallows in his knarly hand
The city slickers and the cowboys look on in awe
as the axe fell on the wood pile cut by the saw
the logs stoked up the fire until the coals were red
and the embers flickered quickly between live and dead
Someone produced skewers that were made of metal rod
which could be used for branding - although a bit odd
but Jimmy sought a weapon that was made from wood
as it would soon prove that the others were no good
The Scotsman took the challenge and placed Mallows on the end
he had to protect the ladies against a new best friend
the duel went on for ages and the target was in sight
but Jimmy Mallows was soon the hero of the long cold night
The folk will talk for time to come about the Scotsman GSE
the legend will be spread around the whole of Rotary
The visit out to Canada in the year of two oh oh nine
and the skill for Jimmy Mallows will be seen as mighty fine
If you were a part of legend in the hills far west of Olds
then your duty is to spread the word the story to be told
the strange happening will live on and on in perpetuity
as the legend of Jimmy Mallows on a Rotary GSE
The skill is not in metal or in how you do the task
the method is to use the wood to stop - (WHAT? - they will ask?)
the secret of the legend is now only yours to keep
so protect it day and daily - yes, even in your sleep
So the story now is ended for this time that we do share
and the legend will live on for all of us who really care
for the visit that we had with you in the year of two oh oh nine
will be engraved forever deeply in the heart - both yours and mine
So goodbye to Jimmy Mallows till another time has come
when we do meet all together or perhaps just with some
and the legend will be born again around the open fire
as we share our happy memories of Jimmy Mallows - (available for hire!)
JImmy
that the legend of Jimmy Mallows truely unfolds
The night around the campfire was one to behold
as the snow fell heavily on the ground and the air became cold
The group sat in a circle just laughing out loud
the songs were being sung by a very vocal crowd
then along came the stranger from a far off land
with a packet or two of mallows in his knarly hand
The city slickers and the cowboys look on in awe
as the axe fell on the wood pile cut by the saw
the logs stoked up the fire until the coals were red
and the embers flickered quickly between live and dead
Someone produced skewers that were made of metal rod
which could be used for branding - although a bit odd
but Jimmy sought a weapon that was made from wood
as it would soon prove that the others were no good
The Scotsman took the challenge and placed Mallows on the end
he had to protect the ladies against a new best friend
the duel went on for ages and the target was in sight
but Jimmy Mallows was soon the hero of the long cold night
The folk will talk for time to come about the Scotsman GSE
the legend will be spread around the whole of Rotary
The visit out to Canada in the year of two oh oh nine
and the skill for Jimmy Mallows will be seen as mighty fine
If you were a part of legend in the hills far west of Olds
then your duty is to spread the word the story to be told
the strange happening will live on and on in perpetuity
as the legend of Jimmy Mallows on a Rotary GSE
The skill is not in metal or in how you do the task
the method is to use the wood to stop - (WHAT? - they will ask?)
the secret of the legend is now only yours to keep
so protect it day and daily - yes, even in your sleep
So the story now is ended for this time that we do share
and the legend will live on for all of us who really care
for the visit that we had with you in the year of two oh oh nine
will be engraved forever deeply in the heart - both yours and mine
So goodbye to Jimmy Mallows till another time has come
when we do meet all together or perhaps just with some
and the legend will be born again around the open fire
as we share our happy memories of Jimmy Mallows - (available for hire!)
JImmy
Saturday, 2 May 2009
Ayrshire Slickers
A bit about our time in Olds :- we had an early morning Rotary meeting (7am) after a bit of breakfast and rotary business we presented our presentaion for the last time. It was a bit short as we were tight for time and a bit tired.
After breakfast we had a tour of a local manufacturing facility Logan one of the rotarians was the plant manager. It was a pharmaceuticals facility so the gowning up made for an interesting photo shoot. Jimmy's beard cover was lovely. We then headed off to the Olds college and high school campus it was a new development and the facilities were spectacular for the size of the town. The video conferencing was truly state of the art. Talking about art they also had a theatre where some of the sutdents art work was displayed it was amazing. We had a final visit of the morning to a taxidermy place - not sure we got it?
We headed out west where we were camping at a remote ranch. Luckily we had some log cabins it was a bit cold for tents. Martin & I went on a horse back ride with Doug he was really like a cowboy...after a while I found myself calling him Curly (you know out of City Slickers). The horse ride was about 3km by the river and through the pine woods it was snowing and there was quite a bit of snow on the ground it made for interesting underhoof conditions.
In the evening we drank and were merry having food and songs by the fire pit. The snow came on quite heavy it made our night!!!
After breakfast we had a tour of a local manufacturing facility Logan one of the rotarians was the plant manager. It was a pharmaceuticals facility so the gowning up made for an interesting photo shoot. Jimmy's beard cover was lovely. We then headed off to the Olds college and high school campus it was a new development and the facilities were spectacular for the size of the town. The video conferencing was truly state of the art. Talking about art they also had a theatre where some of the sutdents art work was displayed it was amazing. We had a final visit of the morning to a taxidermy place - not sure we got it?
We headed out west where we were camping at a remote ranch. Luckily we had some log cabins it was a bit cold for tents. Martin & I went on a horse back ride with Doug he was really like a cowboy...after a while I found myself calling him Curly (you know out of City Slickers). The horse ride was about 3km by the river and through the pine woods it was snowing and there was quite a bit of snow on the ground it made for interesting underhoof conditions.
In the evening we drank and were merry having food and songs by the fire pit. The snow came on quite heavy it made our night!!!
Thursday, 30 April 2009
TO MUCH TO SAY!!!
I have to say sorry to all for my slow blogging AGAIN!!! Time is going in so fast, and with our busy schedules I just haven't had the time (or energy) to catch up!! Anyway I would like to just say (even though everyone else has said the same) that the weekend in Canmore was just amazing!! I have been so touched and overwhelmed but all our new friends' kindness and generosity!! Getting the Paul Harris Fellowship was so unexpected but so touching, I would like to say thank you to you all. It really was a weekend of mixed emotions. I found saying good bye to all new friends so difficult, needless to say in true girlie style, I had a wee cry (how will I get on at the airport?!?). However as we say its not good bye its see you later (you may all regret it).
After a busy weekend of doing our presentation and of course dancing, we moved on to Red Deer. My host in Red Deer were just fantastic, they took such good care of me, while making me feel so at home. In true GSE style our itinerary was busy: hospital visits, meeting the deputy mayor, rotary meetings and of course social events!!
Now again we are on to new adventures, visiting Olds. It sounds like we are going to go out with a bang!! Between hiking and camping I cant wait!!
At this point in the trip I have to say its bitter sweet; I cant wwait to see Colin (my husband) yet I don't want this unique experience to end, any one know of any cheap flights to Canada?!?!?
Until next time.......
After a busy weekend of doing our presentation and of course dancing, we moved on to Red Deer. My host in Red Deer were just fantastic, they took such good care of me, while making me feel so at home. In true GSE style our itinerary was busy: hospital visits, meeting the deputy mayor, rotary meetings and of course social events!!
Now again we are on to new adventures, visiting Olds. It sounds like we are going to go out with a bang!! Between hiking and camping I cant wait!!
At this point in the trip I have to say its bitter sweet; I cant wwait to see Colin (my husband) yet I don't want this unique experience to end, any one know of any cheap flights to Canada?!?!?
Until next time.......
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