World Understanding Dinner - El Paso 2-4-11

450 or so Mexicans and Americans came together at the El Paso Camino Real hotel for an evening of fun, fellowship, and dancing.  Past RI President Frank Devlyn spoke.  The event was orchestrated by Marta Soto Schmal and President of RC El Paso, Herb Ortega.  

O.V. #63 RC of Deming 1-27-11

The mighty RC of Deming, home club to infamous PDG Tom Lindsay..... also my host and cigar specialist so I have to cut him some slack.  Tom and Linda were great hosts and Shelby's pretzels........ I need that recipe so I can get someone here to make me some.   

President Jarod (a very litigous cutthroat attorney by day, also a Texas Tech law school grad) is a great guy with cool family and has a solid club to lead.  There are many of the old timers of the club that appreciate his efforts.  He has a supportive board and good continuity over the next couple years.  A very active club, RC Deming is a fun club to visit and make up at.  Thx everyone for the hospitality......

Board Meeting

President Jarod and DG TP

 

St. Clair Winery Tour - Deming 1-26-11

WOW, of the 50 plus winery's I have toured (in 3 countries) this was by far one of the best 'back of house' tours I have had (Mudgee Australia would be up there as well).  They produce a very good product, all with New Mexico grapes!  Thanks winemaker Gerard Rottiers for the top notch tour and signed bottle.   Thanks RC Deming for setting this up.... Great experience!

the tubing to taste 'freshies' direct from the barrel

TP and winemaker Gerard (cool cat and really funny guy).

O.V. # 62 RC of Truth or Consequences 1-25-11

President Frances was not able to attend this day, so President Elect Deborah and Past President Mario led the meeting.  The time with T or C started off by my getting to meet infamous PDG Bill Bueler.  He had some very kind words to share and still is a vocal leader in the club!  T or C is a fun group to visit and I met some very nice folks. 

It sounds like the space port is going to strongly affect this community.  Hey, a 1 hour 45 minute suborbital flight and your in Japan...... all for only $200k..... why not!

They have a good spread in the age demographic and just like all of the clubs in the district, this one has a ton of potential.  PPresident Mario and current President Frances have done a good job in leading the turnaround here.  A good club for a make up and a good time.  Keep up the good work!

 

TP with PDG Bill Bueler

Board Meeting

O.V. #61 RC of Clovis 1-13-11

It still comes back to the people in a Rotary club.  RC Clovis has been making an impact in the community and the world for decades through a variety of initiatives.  President Brian has been a good supporter and advisor to me for many years as well (he is a fellow contractor and all around good guy).  

Great turn out for this club meeting and good mix of 'demographics' in membership.  The board and the continuity of leadership that RC Clovis will have over the next couple years is impressive and character/integrity rich and I am really looking forward to what is going to happen with these folks as they create a renaissance of sorts within their club.  Thanks President Brian and RC Clovis for a great time.  Best wishes as you make 'it' happen!

President Brian and TP