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Graham County NCRSP Newsletter

Hello Retirees,

    Blame it on the Groundhog! What? I know it is an off-the-wall statement totally lacking in specificity. But since it helps to place blame elsewhere, in the month of February let's blame it on the Groundhog for whatever: frigid weather, sniffles and sneezes, winter blues, frozen pipes, etc.

    Hey, February is not all bad, is it? There's also Valentine's Day, President's Day, and the GCRSP Meeting. Yes, it is that time again. Our meeting will be February 20th at the United Community Bank Conference Room (Put it on your calendar NOW.) Lunch will be catered at 11:30. There will be a minimal charge to cover the cost. Minimal charge??? I hope that means a couple of Washingtons and perhaps a Lincoln. Certainly not a Jackson. Nobody even mentions Jackson. President's Day is for Washington and Lincoln. So we will not go beyond that.

    Our meeting in the Conference Room and our having lunch catered is a new adventure for GCRSP. Good for us! Let's dare to do things differently. If for some reason it doesn't work out, blame it on the Groundhog!

    Once again we sadly report the loss of a member - Hazel Millsaps. Hazel was a dear friend, respected colleague, and in my case a beloved third grade teacher. She was admired for her outstanding qualities, and she inspired others to strive to be their best. I envied Hazel's ability to always look like she just left the "beauty shop." She will be missed. The family has asked that memorials be donated to our scholarship fund. If you have not donated already, you can donate at our meeting.

    There will be varied business items covered at this meeting. The upcoming Legislative Agenda will be discussed. We certainly want to apply pressure to our representatives, especially in an election year. We don't want to be the forgotten bloc when the money is distributed. Let's make our voice heard and our shadow seen. It's up to us. The Groundhog could care less!

    Another item of interest is the Convention. It will be held in Fayetteville March 12-13. Fayetteville?? Why there?? I don't think it is on the "must see" list. Blame it on the Groundhog! If you were to encounter Cupid there, he (or she) would be carrying an assault rifle instead of a bow and arrow. Seriously - if anyone is interested in attending, please let Nancy know before Feb. 7th.

    If you are tired of sitting in front of the fire listening to all the "fire" on TV, we can offer a solution to your problem.  This is your opportunity to help a child and make a difference in your own life. RES is needing volunteers to help with the Study Dog Program. This will be explained in detail at the meeting.

    Enclosed in this notice is a ballot. Please fill it out and return it to Nancy by Feb. 7th. Nancy must tally the votes and send them in before our meeting date. Don't depend on the Groundhog to do this for you!

    Hope everyone is well and will be able to venture forth on the 20th. In the meantime, have a great Groundhog Day and Valentine's Day. If you don't get the TLC you were expecting, don't blame the Groundhog! Blame that on the one that forgot...

    In closing just a thought -

        Your Life Counts

Remember when discouraged,

And your cares are many,

That if you love somebody,

Your life counts plenty.

And if someone loves you,

And you one life can touch

With words and deeds of love,

Then your life counts for much.        Perry Tanksley

 

Also remember: A hug is a perfect gift. One size fits all and nobody minds if you exchange it.

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