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Welcome to another year for reconnecting with old friends and pursuing new friendships. Over the past few years, our membership has been on the decline. This year we can revitalize the membership by looking for ideas to renew that spark we all had when we first joined Newcomers and then Encore. As time marches on, some members drop out because they do not have a buddy to do things with, members move away, lose interest, or have mobility or health issues. I encourage you to sign up for some of the activities and special events that are available this year. You might find a new BFF to do things with, share laughs, memories, and even provide just neighborly support. You never know when you might need extra help, an ear to listen, or to share a ride somewhere. Last year, I hoped to inspire you to step outside your comfort zone and make new friends. I have had wonderful conversations with the ladies who sat with me at the luncheons this year and plan on expanding my circle of friends.
Last year, my theme was POSITIVITY. I hope I was successful in keeping that in my newsletter and website blurbs as I worked hard at finding helpful topics and amusing cartoon images! As someone not used to addressing a large group, when speaking at luncheons, I was tongue tied at times but tried to overcome that by having glib board members to smooth over the rough spots. I especially thank our Secretary Rosemary for reminding me to call for a motion to close the meeting.
In January, we are celebrating 15 years since the founding of the Estero Encore Club. We have invited the founding members still in the club to the January Luncheon as our guests. We have extended invitations to join us in the celebration to founding members and alumni no longer in the club. Thanks go to our Membership Chair, Lynne Bramlett for organizing this!
This year I want to promote FRIENDSHIP. I plan to select only 1 topic (UNLESS I cannot choose just 1) for the newsletter. This month, I selected National Compliment Day. Remember you are all PHENOMINAL in your own way!
National Compliment Day celebrated on January 24th offers YOU a fantastic way to enhance someone's day! Give an extra compliment annually on this day and any time one is deserved. Everyone needs a little confidence booster and to make someone's day just a little bit brighter putting a smile on their face! As an added the bonus, making someone else feel good, makes YOU feel great. Win-win!
Created in 1998, Kathy Chamberlin and Debby Hoffyman of New Hampshire wanted to encourage people to compliment others to connect and spread positivity. There’s that word!!!!
We usually only remember to compliment someone for a big achievement or for doing something unexpected. We tend to forget that little, sincere compliments are treasured. On this day, remember to routinely compliment others for the little things they do with the side benefit of instilling happiness and validating and promoting confidence, making all the difference in someone's day and for their life. A person will feel much more motivated to do a good job or VOLUNTEER if their efforts are appreciated and complimented often.
Always say when you leave the Luncheon, “I really enjoyed talking to you.” to make my day!