It's pretty quiet on the home front this week with regards to District "work". Which is probably a good thing because I have lots to do for school. And mid-terms are next week. I do FINALLY get back to my HOME club, the Lower Paxton Twp Lions, tomorrow night. I'm sure they didn't even realize I was gone.
I received a surprise request last week, which I was very quick to say yes too! My professor for Sociology asked if I would be willing to give a presentation regarding the Lions history, commitment, service, membership, etc on Thursday evening for another Sociology class he teaches. Of course.....not going to pass that opportunity up to share our world! I'm pretty exciting about bringing our Lions onto the Central Penn classroom. Wish me luck! Hmmmmm...Campus Club in the future???
Until next time,
VDG Salli
Monday, October 27, 2014
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
It's been a while...
I have been so engrossed lately with studying and visiting District 14-T clubs, that it has become easy to allow myself to "forget" about my VDG blog. While I'm not making excuses, I hope everyone understands that at some point I have to focus on prioritizing my activities. I am still visiting all clubs. I am still preparing for the DG position and creating goals, action plans as well as communicating with the various clubs on the outstanding service they provide for their communities.
Since I started classes on October 6, I've become totally immersed in school work as well. As Eric put it, he's never seen someone so excited about school. :-)
Ask my mom...I have always loved school. And now I'm seeing it from a whole new perspective and appreciation. Since I finally have a goal of "what I want to be when I grow up", I value the education I am receiving in a whole new way. I'm excited about the future, really excited.
And what's even more excited is that one of my professors has asked me to give a presentation about Lions. Bringing two of my passions together.
Back to my Sociology work...
Until next time..
VDG Salli
Since I started classes on October 6, I've become totally immersed in school work as well. As Eric put it, he's never seen someone so excited about school. :-)
Ask my mom...I have always loved school. And now I'm seeing it from a whole new perspective and appreciation. Since I finally have a goal of "what I want to be when I grow up", I value the education I am receiving in a whole new way. I'm excited about the future, really excited.
And what's even more excited is that one of my professors has asked me to give a presentation about Lions. Bringing two of my passions together.
Back to my Sociology work...
Until next time..
VDG Salli
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Greene Twp
I can tell everyone that I made it to the Greene Twp Lions meeting with the District Governor without getting lost. That was a relief!
Going back to the roots in Greene Twp, it was so nice to see two Charter members for them there last evening.
Every day across the country we thank service men and women for all they do every day to protect us and allow America to remain FREE!
I think we owe it to our charter members as well to give a little praise for their dedication to Lionism. While every member is valued for their contribution to the well-being of their community and Lions International, I am especially proud of our charter members who have made a life-time commitment TO SERVE. Thank you!
Until next time...
VDG Salli
Going back to the roots in Greene Twp, it was so nice to see two Charter members for them there last evening.
Every day across the country we thank service men and women for all they do every day to protect us and allow America to remain FREE!
I think we owe it to our charter members as well to give a little praise for their dedication to Lionism. While every member is valued for their contribution to the well-being of their community and Lions International, I am especially proud of our charter members who have made a life-time commitment TO SERVE. Thank you!
Until next time...
VDG Salli
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Lurgan Twp Lions Club meeting
Well, after following Google Maps directions and not Sec. Lion Melvin's directions, I will always trust a Lion before I rely on Google Maps again. I almost reached panic attack mode, but I refused to break down!
It was such a pleasure to meet the members of this club. If was fun heckling the Penn State fans about my trip to Michigan's Big House this past weekend. I did take their words to heart though. When I left the meeting I made sure to look for flashing lights the whole way home! :-)
I got to meet 2 Lurgan Township Lions Charter members last evening. 55 years each in active Lionism. Lurgan Township Lions Club has 5 Charter members! I really love to hear about the history of each club and it is especially nice to hear the stories from charter members.
Tonight...Green Twp!
Until next time...
VDG Salli
It was such a pleasure to meet the members of this club. If was fun heckling the Penn State fans about my trip to Michigan's Big House this past weekend. I did take their words to heart though. When I left the meeting I made sure to look for flashing lights the whole way home! :-)
I got to meet 2 Lurgan Township Lions Charter members last evening. 55 years each in active Lionism. Lurgan Township Lions Club has 5 Charter members! I really love to hear about the history of each club and it is especially nice to hear the stories from charter members.
Tonight...Green Twp!
Until next time...
VDG Salli
Thursday, October 9, 2014
It's a small world...
Yesterday I got a blast from the past. A long time ago I used to play BINGO every week. Sometimes two or three times a week. I guess you could even say I was a BINGO-holic! Today I resort to the free BINGO apps on my iPad. But it satisfies the need...
To the point of my post today...last evening's DG visit was with the Twin Valley Lions Club in Halifax. Low and behold, I walk in and I couldn't believe my eyes. Lion Conrad (I certainly don't call him that), so Lion Connie, right before my eyes. This is the man who, every week, would see me walk into the BINGO hall and know exactly what cards I played and would be ready for me when I went up to get them. And I was extremely pleased that he remembered after probably close to 10 years. So not only did he make an impression on me all those years ago, but I must have somehow made an impression on him. It reminds me of a Maya Angelou quote that goes a little something like this. "People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel".
Isn't that, deep down, what Lions do? We may say the right words and we may do the right things by helping people who's lives are not as fortunate as ours, but we say and do those things FROM THE HEART. And truly, that is what makes us Lions because when it comes from the heart, it's a gift. A gift full of pure emotion...and with emotion comes feelings. There truly is nothing like it in the world.
Until next time...
VDG Salli
To the point of my post today...last evening's DG visit was with the Twin Valley Lions Club in Halifax. Low and behold, I walk in and I couldn't believe my eyes. Lion Conrad (I certainly don't call him that), so Lion Connie, right before my eyes. This is the man who, every week, would see me walk into the BINGO hall and know exactly what cards I played and would be ready for me when I went up to get them. And I was extremely pleased that he remembered after probably close to 10 years. So not only did he make an impression on me all those years ago, but I must have somehow made an impression on him. It reminds me of a Maya Angelou quote that goes a little something like this. "People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel".
Isn't that, deep down, what Lions do? We may say the right words and we may do the right things by helping people who's lives are not as fortunate as ours, but we say and do those things FROM THE HEART. And truly, that is what makes us Lions because when it comes from the heart, it's a gift. A gift full of pure emotion...and with emotion comes feelings. There truly is nothing like it in the world.
Until next time...
VDG Salli
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
Time management
Now that I am also a college student, I have to become more disciplined in managing my time to balance school, Lions and family time. Of course, somewhere along the way, I will be forced to fit a full-time job somewhere in there as well. Just like the little engine said, "I think I can...I think I can". Well, I want to change that to, "I KNOW I CAN! I KNOW I CAN".
This week has started out a little strange for me. I haven't been feeling all too well the past couple of days. Last night I had to become involved in a neighbor's domestic dispute. A 7-year old child saw things she never should have had to see. In today's society, children have to grow up way too fast. Children should allowed to be children. I often hear parents' say that their children grow up too fast and where has all the time gone and it seems like just yesterday I was holding him in my arms.
You may be asking how this pertains to Lions...well here is my response. Children are our future. Today's Leos are tomorrow's Lions. If we instill the values and morals in our children today, maybe the future will seem brighter without hunger, homelessness, war, etc. Consider involving children in the volunteer activities you do. Let them see the positives in a world where there is so much negativity all around. Don't let them grow up too fast, but still hold true to the values that were taught at a young age.
Until next time...
VDG Salli
This week has started out a little strange for me. I haven't been feeling all too well the past couple of days. Last night I had to become involved in a neighbor's domestic dispute. A 7-year old child saw things she never should have had to see. In today's society, children have to grow up way too fast. Children should allowed to be children. I often hear parents' say that their children grow up too fast and where has all the time gone and it seems like just yesterday I was holding him in my arms.
You may be asking how this pertains to Lions...well here is my response. Children are our future. Today's Leos are tomorrow's Lions. If we instill the values and morals in our children today, maybe the future will seem brighter without hunger, homelessness, war, etc. Consider involving children in the volunteer activities you do. Let them see the positives in a world where there is so much negativity all around. Don't let them grow up too fast, but still hold true to the values that were taught at a young age.
Until next time...
VDG Salli
Monday, October 6, 2014
Even on Sundays...
What a beautiful Monday morning! Birds are chirping...cats are at the window following the birds' every move. Life is good!
Yesterday...headed down to the Hershey Lions Spaghetti dinner. Maybe at 11:00 I should still consider it breakfast! PDG Pete...well, I'm sure he had something to do with it...this is what I received as my brunch...
It's an honor! I felt very important to receive my own individualized plate of the famous Hershey Lions spaghetti.
Thank you for making me feel so special. And to allow me to stick to my diet!
Until next time...
VDG Salli
P.S. My classes start today!!! SO EXCITED!!!!
Yesterday...headed down to the Hershey Lions Spaghetti dinner. Maybe at 11:00 I should still consider it breakfast! PDG Pete...well, I'm sure he had something to do with it...this is what I received as my brunch...
It's an honor! I felt very important to receive my own individualized plate of the famous Hershey Lions spaghetti.
Thank you for making me feel so special. And to allow me to stick to my diet!
Until next time...
VDG Salli
P.S. My classes start today!!! SO EXCITED!!!!
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