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The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
For the week beginning November 27, 2023
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to this week's meeting of
The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
For the week beginning November 27, 2023
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Complete the form for a make-up!
Please leave a donation to assist our club to do Rotary's good works!
Greeter this week
Rotarian Judy
Rotarian Judy
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Theme for December as it approaches -
Rotary is dedicated to fighting and preventing disease. Disease Prevention and Treatment is one of Rotary's Seven Area of Focus.
Disease and illness result in pain and injury. Prolonged severe illness may result in loss of employment and income.
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In 1989, I was away from my home in Malaysia attending the University of Kansas in the USA. I found an advertisement for a summer job as a programmer at Forschungsinstitut fur anwendungsorientierte Wissenverarbeitung an der Universitat Ulm in what was then West Germany. I was delighted to be offered the job; it was a good opportunity to see part of a new continent.
Naturally, I expected things would be different — big things, like language and culture — but I never expected small cultural differences would affect me. Both Malaysia and the USA emerged from the British Empire, so we have common standards for the way many things are done. For example, I was surprised that little things like how doors fit into doorframes were different.
The bread was also very different. While it was fun at first to eat the various kinds of brotchen, after some time I longed for the white, square, soft bread I was used to. And the big things were not that bad: the folks in the village of Ulm mostly didn't speak English well, but were very friendly and helpful nonetheless.
One of these small differences, however, tripped me up early in my stay.
The first few days, my employer put me up in a bed-and-breakfast hotel. Then I found a small studio apartment to rent. It was evening by the time I got settled in, and I walked down to the village to buy some provisions. To my surprise and horror, every single shop was closed!
I was alone with no food or any other kind of provisions. I wandered around for a while in a daze. I was about to walk back to the apartment, resigned to taking a soapless shower, going to bed without supper, and having no breakfast the next morning.
Then I saw a university student. Why are the shops all closed? He explained that (unlike in the USA where there are all-night grocery stores, or Malaysia, where grocery stores are open late at night) all shops in Germany (in 1989) closed at 6:00 p.m.
But he didn't leave it at that. He took me back to his room and shared his supper with me. Not only that, he took out a knife and cut off half his bar of soap, and gave me half his cheese and half of his bread. He gave it all to me so I would be able to shower and have breakfast the next morning!
It was clear that he did not possess much. But what he had, he was willing to share with a poor Auslander (foreigner) wandering the streets of his village. Although we exchanged contact information, I didn't see him much after that. In the sixteen years since, I've even forgotten his name. But I still remember his kind deed, which has inspired similar actions in my own life. He is one of the biggest reasons I think fondly of my time in Germany.
Originally published as HeroicStories #520 on June 7, 2004
The bread was also very different. While it was fun at first to eat the various kinds of brotchen, after some time I longed for the white, square, soft bread I was used to. And the big things were not that bad: the folks in the village of Ulm mostly didn't speak English well, but were very friendly and helpful nonetheless.
One of these small differences, however, tripped me up early in my stay.
The first few days, my employer put me up in a bed-and-breakfast hotel. Then I found a small studio apartment to rent. It was evening by the time I got settled in, and I walked down to the village to buy some provisions. To my surprise and horror, every single shop was closed!
I was alone with no food or any other kind of provisions. I wandered around for a while in a daze. I was about to walk back to the apartment, resigned to taking a soapless shower, going to bed without supper, and having no breakfast the next morning.
Then I saw a university student. Why are the shops all closed? He explained that (unlike in the USA where there are all-night grocery stores, or Malaysia, where grocery stores are open late at night) all shops in Germany (in 1989) closed at 6:00 p.m.
But he didn't leave it at that. He took me back to his room and shared his supper with me. Not only that, he took out a knife and cut off half his bar of soap, and gave me half his cheese and half of his bread. He gave it all to me so I would be able to shower and have breakfast the next morning!
It was clear that he did not possess much. But what he had, he was willing to share with a poor Auslander (foreigner) wandering the streets of his village. Although we exchanged contact information, I didn't see him much after that. In the sixteen years since, I've even forgotten his name. But I still remember his kind deed, which has inspired similar actions in my own life. He is one of the biggest reasons I think fondly of my time in Germany.
Originally published as HeroicStories #520 on June 7, 2004
Canadiana
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Comments from our guests and members
Members and guests attending our weekly meetings are very important to us. Based on your comments we are able to produce many more educational, inspiring, and entertaining weekly meetings.
Following are some of the comments we have received. Would you please send us your comments?
October 15. In spite of so many people castigating the internet and social media in Missan Harriman’s TED talk, he tells how it was a lifeline to the future for him and now his photographs, including those protesting against racism, have been viewed around the world.
-- David Werrett, E-Club of Canada One, District 5370
October 18. Watched the new member video and the video on salmon, which I really enjoyed.
-- Patrick Gibson, E-Club of Canada One, District 5370
October 18. Wild is Best. A Conversation about Hatcheries. Food for Thought: Pay attention to the important (big) things in life and don't worry about the small stuff -- there is always time for a beer with a friend. This provided a good visual representation as well as providing good advice for all of us. Your site is easy to follow, except when you get to the “Donate” button. When I click on that button, I can’t easily get back to this makeup form.
-- Elizabeth Rhoads, Rotary Club of Wilmington Delaware, District 7630
October 23. Inspiring words from President McInally in the August 2 meeting.
-- Angel Francisco Blanco Garcia, E-Club of Canada One, District 5370
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Announcements
As we approach December, Rotary's theme is
Disease Prevention & Treatment
Material Suggestions and Greeter Messages Always Needed!
Please feel free to forward an approx. 150 - 200 word message or any material suggestions in an e-mail, or in a Word document, along with a JPeg picture or two, to E-Club Administration Chair, Kitty Bucsko.
We'd love to hear from you!
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Real-time meetings
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Environment
Humour
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New members' corner
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Rotary minute
INVESTING IN OUR YOUTH
Rotary focuses on Youth
Youth Service Month is the month of May
"Investing in youth is investing in our future." - Ban Ki-moon
Ban Ki-moon: Former United Nations Secretary-General who played a pivotal role in addressing global challenges and promoting sustainable development and peace.
"Our children are our greatest treasure. They are our future. Those who abuse them tear at the fabric of our society and weaken our nation." - Nelson Mandela
"Our children are our greatest treasure. They are our future. Those who abuse them tear at the fabric of our society and weaken our nation." - Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela: Iconic South African leader and anti-apartheid activist who fought for equality, justice, and reconciliation. Mandela's extraordinary resilience and unwavering commitment to peace and unity transformed South Africa and inspired people worldwide.
"The energy, the faith, the devotion which we bring to this endeavor will light our country and all who serve it, and the glow from that fire can truly light the world." - John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy: Inspirational 35th President of the United States, known for his visionary leadership and captivating speeches that inspired a generation to strive for greatness and create a brighter future.
"The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence." - Denis Waitley
Denis Waitley: Influential motivational speaker and author who inspires individuals to reach their potential and achieve success through positive thinking and action.
"The future of any nation depends on how it nurtures its youth, who are the torchbearers of tomorrow." - Abdul Kalam
"The future of any nation depends on how it nurtures its youth, who are the torchbearers of tomorrow." - Abdul Kalam
Abdul Kalam: Renowned Indian scientist and former President of India, known as the "Missile Man." He contributed significantly to India's space and missile programs while inspiring youth and emphasizing moral values.
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Food for thought
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Rotary Jukebox
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Speaker Program The Four-way Test
To close the meeting, Rotarian Angel recites the Four-Way Test of the things that Rotarians think, say, or do.
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