BRAGS
Mike Gibson (Rotarian of the Month): Mike continues to walk around with a permanent retirement smile on his face. When asked for a comment, all he could say is that he's "Very Happy!!!"
Dan Blough: Dan is an avid fisherman and he had a blast in Tampa Bay, Florida recently where he caught a tremendous amount of fish. He also caught some types that you don't normally run into (if you see him, have him show you his pictures.....very awesome!) $50.
Peter Sterling: was excited to announce that his son was recently accepted to chiropractic college in Southern California (I think I have this right, if not please accept my apology). $50
Leonard Champion: bragged on his recent trip to San Francisco, where he and the family celebrated his birthday. $50
Jean-luc Garon: recently returned from France where he and his son visited relatives and did plenty of skiing (the Alps to be exact). During the trip, his son turned 18. Wow! Time sure does fly - $50
Pat McDermott: bragged about the IRS bringing back some employees to work just in time for tax season
. He also was extremely happy to win a bet from a fellow Rotarian regarding his extremely lucky Patriots. It's too bad that the Rams are going to put a big "kibosh" on his plans for another Super Bowl title (Just Sayin). Anyway, he was happy.....for now. $50
Ed Carcarey: had a serious health scare recently but was glad that he was in the vicinity of Marian Hospital. They took care of him exceptionally well. He was very proud of everyone that works there. Awesome news Ed, we are very happy to have you back with us and feeling better. $50
Kevin Walthers: Kevin's better half Shannon, was on the cover of last week's Santa Maria Sun where she volunteered her efforts that helped many families in need during the holidays. Oh, and he also bought a brand new truck to start the new year off on the right track. $50
Craig Bernard: Yes, he went skiing yet again (he should be a professional at this point). He had great trips to Mammoth as well as Utah to further enhance his skills. *Better be careful Craig. With tax season upon us, you can't afford any injuries at this point in time. $50
George & Judy Mackey: bragged on the club (via letter) for the fantastic Christmas carolling that some club members provided to them over the recent holidays. They were extremely moved and appreciated everyone who participated in the event. The letter included a check for $50 to go to the club's ongoing funds.
FINES:
Leonard Champion: Fined himself $50 for not being able to save Shaws Restaurant during the tragic fire that happened a few weeks ago.
CRAFT TALK
Julie Walker
This week the club had the pleasure of hearing new member Julie Walker's craft talk biography. Julie was born and raised on the east coast. Her family owned and operated a Harley Davidson motorcycle shop for many years in the early 1900's. Over the years, motorcycles gave way to a thriving bicycle business that the family nurtured and continue to run to this very day. At age 18, Julie packed all of her belongings and headed out to the west coast where she eventually got married and became involved in real estate. Julie now resides with her second husband and they have three grown sons between them. They love to go camping anytime there is an opportunity to do so. Thank you for taking the time to let us know a little more about you Julie. We are very happy to have you as a member of our club and we look forward to many fun times ahead.
