The Sheppie Pride - August 2014 Edition

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Another service project, our monthly Seniors Lions Bingo headed up by Lion Colin was held at our Lion's Den on Saturday 30th Aug. Thanks again to all Lions and Lion Ladies who helped with transportation and serving up tea and snacks on the day.

Again I need to thank our Lion Ladies who prepared 100 meals for people who live at the Flower Foundation in Port Shepstone.

Lion Andre' organised and made our presence at the Hospice Golf day held

The 1st Quarterly District 410-C Cabinet Meeting was hosted by Sheppie Lions on the weekend of the 2nd of August. The meeting was attended by most of the Cabinet Officers. Our appreciation for the hospitality provided by Lions and Lion Ladies of our club who provided accommodation, meals and snacks throughout the weekend. The event ended off with a fellowship braai and sing-a-long provided by Lion Denis and his accordion.

Not many people are aware of Denis' hidden talents.

To end my message, Lion Lady Irene Love's Father has recently passed away.

We send condolences to both Irene and Lion Alister. Irene's Mom is also not well and our thoughts go out to both of them. We miss you both and look forward to your return.

Alastair Warman Club President

September 2014 4th : Leadership Retreat Committee / Ladies Meeting Den 11th : Directors Meeting Den 18th : Midyear Committee Meeting - Den 20th : Ribs & Chips Party Bela’s Restaurant 25th : Club Meeting - Den 26-28th : Annual Leadership Retreat - Camp Anerley October 2014 2nd : Ladies Meeting - Den 9th : Directors Meeting - Den 16th : Project Meeting - Den 23rd : Club Meeting - Den 31st - 2nd Nov : District Midyear Conference Weekend - The Pont, Port Edward Birthdays : September : 1st : Elsie McKillen 4th : Carol Holmes October : 1st : Martin Rundle 5th : Jean Masson 9th : Andre Beneke 13th : Jeff Smith 13th : David De Jong 21st : Mike Rodda 22nd : Gary Vogt 22nd : Bondi Horsley 28th : Antoinette Stoppel 28th : Joey Van Niekerk 29th : Pete Stoppel

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The first was the hosting of our annual National Association of Blind Bowlers Tournament which was held at the Riverside Sports Club in Uvongo during the weekend of 23 and 24 August. We thank also National Braiding Industries (Main Sponsor) as well as all other sponsors in making this a special day. Our Lion Ladies provided the meal and Lion members helped with the serving of dinner on the Saturday evening.

Entertainment was provided and a good evening enjoyed by all. The Uvongo club took the honours again at prize giving on Sunday Afternoon. Since Uvongo club has won this numerous times in a row, the blind bowlers would like to take up next year's challenge at midnight during new moon.

Our thoughts go out to Lion Hans Wagenaar who is at home battling with lung cancer.

Hans has been the convenor of this project for more than 25 years and was unable to attend this year. Thanks go to his daughter Madeleine who took up the challenge and helped Dad make this project once again a great success.

at Sheppie Country club. Our involvement was in support of Hospice. Lion Kevin brewed up a cocktail of note for players passing by. The day was enjoyed by all.

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big thank you goes out to all our Lions and Lion Ladies who helped with our community projects this month.

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WOWEE! What a super edition, full of news and photos and good ones I might add, you can all be proud of yourselves. I notice the new President wants to do more/be involved more in Community projects…. You are doing sooooo much already, but I wish him and your Club everything of the best. What a pleasure to see everyone dressed up at your induction dinner, it used to be like that in this part of the world!

Hi Sheppie Lions

Well once again well done and thank you for continuing to send your 'Pride' to me.

Love, Alice Walker Eshowe

Uncle Stan PDG Stan Foley Pinetown Lions

What a fabulous Cabinet Meeting weekend. The entertainment was fantastic and please congratulate the Lion Ladies for their excellent food. You are a many talented lad. Try and find “Your feets too big”by Fats Waller All the best

Hi Sheppie Lions

Thanks to the Port Shepstone Lions and Ladies for their wonderful hospitality this weekend. It was a good meeting and a fantastic evening.

Thank You for your hospitality, entertainment and fellowship, you have a lovely Club House.

Thank You to the Lion ladies and LP. Alistair for preparing a feast at every meal, thank you to the Sheppie Lions who manned the water hole. We had a great weekend.

DC Lyn Botha Cowies Hill Lions

DC Karin Preston eThekwini-South Lions

Hi Sheppie Lions

On Sunday 3rd August, a terrible tragedy occurred. A large earthquake struck the Yunnan Province of China.

Authorities estimate that nearly 600 people have lost their lives from the Zhaotong earthquake, with an additional 2,800 people injured across several counties. Even more people are missing. It is estimated that more than 25,500 homes were completely destroyed, with an even higher number of houses damaged.

Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) immediately awarded a US$250,000 Major Catastrophe Grant with money from the disaster relief fund, allowing Lions in affected areas to immediately begin providing assistance. These funds will help meet immediate needs by providing food, water, medicine, blankets and other necessities as quickly as possible. The funds will also support long-term reconstruction and recovery.

With approximately 21,000 Lions members in China, many of our fellow Lions have been directly impacted by this disaster. We must help them as they provide relief and assistance to their affected communities. I encourage you to consider making a donation to the Foundation for disaster relief. Donations to the disaster relief fund are Melvin Jones Fellowship eligible and can make a real difference in times of need.

Immediate Past International President Barry Palmer

Courtesy : PDG Liz Houston (Tableview LC : 410-A)

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Alastair Warman

Kevin Ross

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Event Organiser Madeleine Wagenaar with Lions Andre Beneke, Mervin Curnow, Kevin Ross, Jeff Smith and Rob Harley

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ort Shepstone Lions once again hosted the National Association of Blind Bowlers Tournament which was held at the Riverside Sports Club in Uvongo during the weekend of 23 and 24 August. A number of blind bowlers travelled down to the South Coast to participate in this annual tournament.

Port Shepstone Lions became involved with the NABB - National Association of Blind Bowlers (KZN Region) in 1981 during the "Year of the Disabled". The annual weekend tournament means a great deal to the blind bowlers and for the past 33 years the Port Shepstone Lions have organised the competition and secured sponsorship for travel, meals and accommodation.

Apart from the games, the weekend includes accommodation and meals. The Port Shepstone Lion Ladies provided and served dinner on the Saturday evening.

The Club most grateful to event organiser Madeleine Wagenaar who stood in for her father, Lion Hans Wagenaar who was unfortunately too ill to attend. The Club is also indebted to their main sponsor, National Braiding Industries as well as all other sponsors who made generous donations towards this very successful annaul project..

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Bowlers in action

Bowlers in action

Bowlers in action

Lion Ladies Anita Hulley and June Rundle preparing the meals

Lion Kevin Ross assists Lion Lady Estelle O’Neill with the dinner

Lion Jeff Smith presenting the Port Shepstone Lions Floating Trophy to Uvongo Bowling Club

Lion Kevin Ross serving the guests

Craig Lewis did a superb job of entertaining the guests

The guests having a boogie!

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2014 ANNUAL BLIND BOWLERS’ WEEKEND

APPRECIATION NOTICE THE LIONS CLUB OF PORT SHEPSTONE Would like to express our sincere appreciation to the following companies, organisations and individuals who contributed towards the success of this project Jan Smith National Brading Industries Riverside Sports Club National Association of Blind Curnow Garrun Insurance Bowlers Brokers Harvey World Travel Shelly Beach Charles Hulley Petterson and Pandaram Nedbank Attorneys Coca Cola Key Computers Toyota Spec-Savers Port Shepstone Rotary Anns Fire House Port Shepstone Madeleine Wagenaar Illovo Sugar Mill Umzimkulu

YOUR FINE EFFORTS HAVE ASSISTED US IN BRINGING SOME JOY TO THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED

During the August Club meeting, Lions Gary “GB” Baker and Alastair “Alley Cat” Warman were presented with “Stay Awake” Caps and TShirts courtesy of Grace Pharmaceutical mission not accomplished!!

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n Saturday 16th August, Sheppie Lions teamed up with several other service organisations and supported the very first South Coast Hospice “Kingfisher Birdie Challenge” Golf Day. A superb day of golfing, fun, laughter, great food and entertainment was had by all. All involved went out of their way to ensure that this worthy organisation raised as much funding as possible.

It was truly wonderful to see how the South Coast Community supported the event which carried on well into the night!

The Sheppie Lions’ Stand at hole no. 8

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Lions Nico De Jong and Andre Beneke with Andre (jnr)

ounty Ford in Port Shepstone have very kindly sponsored a temporary vehicle for District Governor Martin to use during his term of office. This vehicle will eventually be replaced with a Ford Eco Sport. They are also in the process of formalising an agreement and will provide the MO for all Districts to benefit from the spotting fee of R1000.00 per unit ordered and sold through County Ford.

They have no objections to the funds being placed into Club's Administration accounts, particularly if Districts share the fee with the clubs that do the spotting. They will be providing cards for distribution. This applies to all Ford vehicles in their range. Their contact details are as follows: Dealer: County Ford - 039 688 9200 - ask for Neil (082 416 5047) or Dealer Principal - 082 558 1770 E-mail - dp@countyauto.co.za / Website http://countyauto.co.za (and remember to mention a Lions Project at the time of order.)

Our grateful appreciation to County Auto for this fine initiative a first for Lionsim in South Africa.

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ions Ronald Tarboton, Jean Masson and Denis Meyer met with UGU South Coast Tourism C.E.O. Justin Mackrory and Hibiscus Coast Municipality Information Officer Inga Nkabane at their offices in Bisset Street, Port Shepstone on 15th August. During the meeting a power point presentation was presented by Lion Denis which included the history of the Port Shepstone Lions Club, the club’s current and ongoing service activities, the history of the Lions Show/Expo event and a motivation for sponsorship. There was ongoing discussion and dialogue during the presentation and it appeared to be (L-R) HCM Information Officer Inga Nkabinde, Lion Jean Masson, well received by both officials.

Tourism C.E.O. Justin Mackrory and Lion Ronald Tarboton Tourism are considering the possibility of being the main sponsors for next year's Expo. The Lions were also presented with a very positive and constructive consumer report which was compiled by South Coast Tourism during the 2014 Lions Outdoor and Leisure Expo.

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n Tuesday 26th August Past District Governor Denis Meyer accompanied District Governor Martin Rundle on his official visit to the Ballito Lions Club. During the meeting PDG Denis showed the club a power point presentation on the 2008 Umzimkulu Convention held in Port Shepstone and briefed the club on how to convene a Convention. Ballito Lions will be hosting the 2016 Multiple District 410 Convention at the La Montagne Hotel in Ballito. After the presentation a Port Shepstone Lions’ friendship banner was presented to Ballito Club President Jaques Barlow.

Back (L-R) Kryn Haus (Lions Christmas Cakes - Home Club eThekwini South, Durban), Lyn Botha (GLT Leadership/District Newsletter - Home Club Cowies Hill, Durban), Alec Collier (Lions Youth Exchange - Home Club Cowies Hill, Durban), Sandy Beykirch (District Cabinet Secretary - Home Club Cowies Hill, Durban), Martin Rundle (District Governor - Home Club Port Shepstone), Margaret Haus (District Finance Chairman/Peace Poster Contest - Home Club eThekwini South, Durban), Willie Van Der Schyf (1st Vice District Governor - Home Club Reitz, Freestate), Denis Meyer (Information Technology/District Archives - Home Club Port Shepstone) Front (L-R) Stan Foley (Lionesses/Louis Halse Trust - Home Club Pinetown), Dee Love (Zone 4 Chairman - Home Club Cowies Hill, Durban), Belinda Blakeman (Zone 5 Chairman - Home Club Empangeni), Andre Beneke (Zone 6 Chairman/Lions Alert - Home Club Port Shepstone), Karin Preston (Youth/Reading Action Program/Leos - Home Club eThekwini South, Durban), Kim Van Wyk (2nd Vice District Governor/Constitutional Affairs - Home Club North Durban), Danie Van Tonder (Zone 1 Chairman - Home Club Reitz, Freestate), Paul Brauteseth (GMT Membership - Home Club Shelly Beach), Kevin Ross (Sight & Hearing projects - Home Club Port Shepstone)

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ort Shepstone Lions Club, home club of current District Governor Martin Rundle, hosted the 1st District Cabinet Meeting at their Clubhouse in Umtentweni on Saturday 9th August. The meeting was attended by Lion members from KZN and the Freestate provinces. Quarterly Cabinet meetings are held at different venues around the District. The purpose of a district cabinet is to assist, coordinate and promote the general welfare of Lions clubs and their members, and to assist the District Governor in performing the duties of that office. At these meetings, the District Governor and the Cabinet Officers have the opportunity to report on the general progress and performance of Lionism throughout the District. Financial administration, membership, leadership, service projects (including international programs) are also discussed and decisions are made regarding the implementation of various District projects and programs.

All Cabinet Officers in attendance were most impressed with the hospitality provided by the Lions and Lion Ladies of the Port Shepstone Club as well as the facilities at the clubhouse. The Lion Ladies were responsible for all meals provided as well as snacks during tea time and went out of their way to ensure that all in attendance were well nourished. The event ended off with a fellowship braai and sing-a-long which was enjoyed by all in attendance.

Cabinet Secretary Sandy Beykirch

District Chairman Kevin Ross

The Top Table

District Chairman Andre Beneke District Chairman Denis Meyer

The Meeting

Meal Time

Meal Time

Lions Rob Bing,Andre Beneke, Willie Van Der Schyf, Stan Foley and Paul Brauteseth

Lion Al Warman doing his famous dance Lions Dee Love, Kim & Vicki Van Wyk and Lyn Botha

Lion Denis Meyer playing his piano accordion

During the August Club General Meeting, Lion President Alastair Warman presented the following long service award pins :

Lion Mike Rodda - 35 Year Attendance Award

Lion Johann Du Plessis - 15 Year Attendance Award

Lion Rob Harley - 20 Year Attendance Award

LION GEORGE LEGGETT Married to : Audrey Children : Joanne (39) Graham (41) Occupation : Previously an Old Mutual Financial Advisor - now Retired.

Been a Lion since : 1971 Sponsored by : Lion John Kennedy Greatest Lionistic Achievement : During my presidential year (1979/80) I helped to increase my club membership from 9 - 20 Hobbies : Quizzes twice a month and writing short stories.

Bad Habits : Snoring.

Your philosophy on life : You are never too old to learn something new.

LION MIKE MARSHALL Married to : Deborah Children : Sarah-Jane and Jonathan Occupation : Civil Engineering Technician Been a Lion since : July 2014 Sponsored by : Lion Martin Rundle Greatest Lionistic Achievement : Still new to the organisation Hobbies : Outdoors, Bird Watching Bad Habits : Procrastination according to my wife.

Your philosophy on life : Do unto others as you will have them do unto you.

DISTRICT 410-C MIDYEAR CONFERENCE WEEKEND

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istrict Governor Martin Rundle and the Lions and Lion Ladies of Port Shepstone invite all Lions, Lionesses and Leos to the 2014 District 410-C Midyear Conference. This very important weekend event will take place at THE PONT HOLIDAY AND WATERPARK RESORT which is located on the banks of the Umtamvuna River in Port Edward.

Dates : Friday 31st October to Sunday 2nd November 2014.

Weekend Theme : "CARRY ON CAMPING” / Banquet Theme Party on Saturday night (1st November) : "CARRY ON HENRY VIII” WEEKEND ITINERARY Friday 31st October 14:00 - Delegates start arriving at The Pont 15:00 - Registration opens 18:00 onwards - Welcoming Evening in the Marquee (Braai & salads - music etc.)

Saturday 1st November 07:00 : Breakfast will be served at the Pont Restaurant (Booking via your registration forms is essential) 08:00 : Registration opens 08:00 - 10:00 : 2nd District Cabinet Meeting in the Marquee 09:00 - 12:30 : Partners in Service outing (departs from outside the Pont Pub) / Kids activities commence at The Pont 10:00 - 10:30 : Tea & muffins etc. on the Pont Pub veranda 10:30 - 12:30 : District 410-C Midyear Conference in the Marquee 12:30 - 13:30 : Lunch in the Pont Restaurant and Pub veranda 13:30 - 16:00 : District 410-C Midyear Conference continues in the Marquee 13:30 - 16:00 : Kids activities continue 18:30 onwards : Midyear Conference Banquet in the Marquee (Theme "Carry On Henry VIII") Sunday 2nd November 07:00 : Breakfast will be served at the Pont Restaurant (Booking via your registration forms is essential) 09:00 - 12:00 : GMT / GLT (Membership and Leadership) workshop in the Marquee 09:00 - 12:00 : All delegates and their families have free time to enjoy the various activities offered at The Pont.

14:00 : Departure and a safe trip home!

CONFERENCE COMMITTEE Convener : PDG Denis Meyer - 0833012883 / denis@sheppielions.co.za Registrations : Lion Jeff Smith - 0825561814 / projects@sheppielions.co.za Treasurer : Lion Richard Borradaile - 0835005498 / treasurer@sheppielions.co.za Entertainment/Catering : Lion Jean Masson - 0832871275 / membership@sheppielions.co.za Partner's Program : Lion Lady President Anna Compion - 0725260701 / ladiespresident@sheppielions.co.za Marquee / Meeting / Functions venue : PDG Denis Meyer - 0833012883 / denis@sheppielions.co.za

REGISTRATION : R400.00 PER DELEGATE. Visit the official website for more information and to download the registration form :

http://www.sheppielions.co.za/2014midyear.htm

Written by Regina Brett, 90 years old, of the Plain Dealer, Cleveland , Ohio .

"To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 45 lessons life taught me. It is the most requested column I've ever written. My odometer rolled over to 90 in August, so here is the column once more: 1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.

2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.

3. Life is too short – enjoy it.

4. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and family will.

5. Pay off your credit cards every month.

6. You don't have to win every argument. Stay true to yourself.

7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.

8. It's OK to get angry with God. He can take it.

9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.

10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.

11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.

12. It's OK to let your children see you cry.

13. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.

15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye, but don't worry, God never blinks.

16.. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.

17. Get rid of anything that isn't useful. Clutter weighs you down in many ways.

18. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.

19.. It's never too late to be happy. But it's all up to you and no one else.

20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.

21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.

22. Over prepare, then go with the flow.

23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.

24. The most important sex organ is the brain.

25. No one is in charge of your happiness but you.

26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words 'In five years, will this matter?'

27. Always choose life.

28. Forgive 29. What other people think of you is none of your business.

30. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.

31. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

32. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

33. Believe in miracles.

34. God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do.

35. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.

36. Growing old beats the alternative of dying young.

37. Your children get only one childhood.

38. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.

39. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.

40. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back.

41. Envy is a waste of time. Accept what you already have, not what you need 42. The best is yet to come...

43. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.

44. Yield.

45. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift."

DUE TO BUDGET CUTS, THIS IS YOUR NEW OFFICE

NEW OFFICE POLICY : EFFECTIVE AUGUST 2014 Dress Code: 1) You are advised to come to work dressed according to your salary.

2) If we see you wearing Prada shoes and carrying a Gucci bag, we will assume you are doing well financially and therefore do not need a raise.

3) If you dress poorly, you need to learn to manage your money better, so that you may buy nicer clothes, and therefore you do not need a raise.

4) If you dress just right, you are right where you need to be and therefore you do not need a raise.

Sick Days: We will no longer accept a doctor's statement as proof of sickness. If you are able to go to the doctor, you are able to come to work.

Personal Days: Each employee will receive 104 personal days a year. They are called Saturdays & Sundays.

Bathroom Breaks: Entirely too much time is being spent in the toilet. There is now a strict three-minute time limit in the loos. At the end of three minutes, an alarm will sound, the toilet paper roll will retract, the Loo door will open, and a picture will be taken. After your second offense, your picture will be posted on the company bulletin board under the 'Chronic Offenders' category. Anyone caught smiling in the picture will be sectioned under the company's mental health policy.

Lunch Break: * Skinny people get 30 minutes for lunch, as they need to eat more, so that they can look healthy. * Normal size people get 15 minutes for lunch to get a balanced meal to maintain their average figure. * Chubby people get 5 minutes for lunch, because that's all the time needed to drink a Slim-Fast.

Thank you for your loyalty to our company. We are here to provide a positive employment experience. Therefore, all questions, comments, concerns, complaints, frustrations, irritations, aggravations, insinuations, allegations, accusations, contemplations, consternation and input should be directed elsewhere.

The Management

Port Shepstone Lions Club 2013-2014 Board Of Directors President : Alastair Warman Imm.Past President : Andre Beneke Service Projects : Jeff Smith Fundraising : Kevin Ross House : Gary Vogt Secretary : Denis Meyer Treasurer : Richard Borradaile Membership : Jean Masson Public Relations : Denis Meyer Bar Manager : Norman Holmes Lions Alert : Andre Beneke Lion Tamer : Alec Sammon Tailtwister : George Leggett Lion Ladies President : Anna Compion Lion Ladies Secretary : Estelle O.Neill Lion Ladies Treasurer : Jane Massey Newsletter Editor : PDG Denis Meyer email : pro@sheppielions.co.za Web Site : www.sheppielions.co.za

During the August Club meeting, Lion Johann Du Plessis presented Club President Alastair Warman with a framed group photo of members involved with the 2014 Lions Outdoor & Leisure Expo. Lion Johann has very kindly sponsored all the Show/Expo group photos since 2007.

Club Facebook Page : https://www.facebook.com/PortShepst oneLionsClub Club Postal Address : P O Box 509 Port Shepstone 4240 Club Street Address : Lions’ Den Ambleside Road, Umtentweni

Sheppie Lions congratulate their longest serving member. Lion Mike Rodda has a total of 38 years of service to Lionism. (L-R) Lions Gary Vogt, George Leggett, Nico De Jong, Mike Rodda, Rob Bing, Al Warman, Jean Masson, Martin Rundle and Ralph Gallagher.

The multi talented “GB” can balance items on his head whilst snoozing at the same time!