The Weekly Newsletter of Kiwanis Club of Barbados South P

Week of June 21, 2011

The Weekly Newsletter Of Kiwanis Club of Barbados South P. O. Box 1384, Bridgetown, Barbados Meeting Place: Southern Palms Beach Club Tuesdays 8:00 p.m. Web page address – www.kiwanissouth.org.bb Organized: September 26 1989 Chartered: March 26 1990 E C & C District, Division 27 International President: Sylvester Neal Governor EC&C District: Paul Toussaint Lt. Governor Division 27: Louis Sealy Club President: David Rawlins No of members: 67

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Agenda 2 Service Leadership News 12 From the President’s Desk 3 Get Healthy 13 South Club/Membership 4 International News 14 Club History 5 In Plain View 15 Record of Club Meetings 6 H S V Corner 16 Kiwanis at a Glance 8 Laugh a Little 17 Ongoing Events 9 Kiwanis Code of Ethics 18 Club News 10 Notes 19 South Club in Action 11 Objects of Kiwanis 20

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

Southern Palms Conference Room June 21, 2011

Chairman: President David Rawlins

8.00 p.m. Call to Order  National Anthem  Invocation – K Cynthia  Objects of Kiwanis  Welcome to visitors and members  Apologies for absence  Correspondence

8:10 p.m. Treasurer’s Break

8:20 p.m. Kiwanis Education K Charles

8.25 p.m. Programme Cholesterol Checks

9.15 p.m. Kiwanis & Other Business

9.25 p.m. Members’ Appreciation

9.28 p.m. Sergeant-at-Arms

9.30 p.m. Adjournment

From the President’s Desk

Fellow Kiwanians, I am indeed happy that we have partnered with Digicel, Harris Paints, Williams Equipment Ltd. and Ravers Band to do some work at the St. Philip District Hospital. It was a great experience for those who were present and I am sure there will be more projects of a similar nature in the future. The month of June is usually our sponsored walk, but this year we are not pursuing the fund raising aspect because of member’s involvement in the cake sale etc. just before. However, it is still a grand opportunity to come out, get some exercise and have a great fellowship time at the Miami Beach with God’s blessings. May your roots go down deep into the soil of God’s marvellous love, and may you be able to feel and understand how long, how wide, how deep and how high his love really is and to experience this love for yourselves, though it is so great that you will never see the end of it. (Ephesians 3:17-19) Best wishes

President’s Goals - 2010-2011  To ensure that the club is more readily recognised for the quality of service provided to the community.  To recruit members who are willing and determined to participate in all club activities.  To develop programmes that will encourage members’ participation, inspiration, and meaningful fellowship.  To embrace the youth through education thus creating a positive attitude that enhances their leadership skills.

Club Officers & Chairpersons President: David Rawlins Club Administration: Trevor Alleyne President Elect: Lolene Rawlins Community Services: James Burnett Vice President: David Legall Finance & Fundraising: Anthony Barrow Secretary: Veronica Squires Human Spiritual Values: Evelyn Dottin Treasurer: Desmond Willet Int’l & Public Relations: Andrew Sealy Asst Sect/Treas: Rhea Welch Maintenance: Curtis Forde IPP: Grantley Broome Membership Growth: Cynthia Alleyne Directors: Cynthia Alleyne Service Leadership: Desmond Willett Trevor Alleyne YCPO: Jean Burton Horace Burton Youth Services: Grantley Broome Curtis Forde Bulletin: Horace Burton Andrew Sealy

RECOMMIT TO SERVE

The Kiwanis Club of Barbados South was formed on September 26, 1989. It was chartered with 26 members on the March 26, 1990 by Mr. Carlton E. Levy, District Governor of the Eastern Canada & Caribbean District. The Kiwanis Clubs of Bridgetown and Barbados North sponsored the club making it the third Kiwanis Club in Barbados. K. Dennis Graham was elected Charter President and K. Desmond Willett the Charter Secretary.

Throughout the Club’s existence, membership remained all male until April 08, 1999 when officers at the Board of Directors meeting approved a proposal for membership from Mrs. Joycelyn Johnson. K. Joycelyn was inducted on April 20, 1999 as the first female member of this club. The club’s female membership now stands at 32.

Cynthia Alleyne Zelma Daisley Lucine McClean Mona Alleyne Evelyn Dottin Janelle Morris Trevor Alleyne Seymour Douglas St. Clair Phillips Eveliny Arnal-Forde Bradley Fenty Marketa Pile Tyrone Ashby Curtis Forde Roy Pinder Janice Atkinson-Hinds Rondell French David Rawlins Fielding Babb Anthony Garner Dwight Rawlins Anthony Barrow Vere Goodridge Lolene Rawlins Avian Bissessar Shakida Grant Opal Rawlins Jeffrey Branch Shari Greaves Richard Reid Owen Branch Joel Howard Samuel Sargeant Grantley Broome Brenda Hallett Andrew Sealy James Burnett Richard Inniss Oswald Simmons Horace Burton Basil Jessamy Eleanor Small Jean Burton Charles Johnson Emerson Smith Andrea Cadogan Orene Lashley Veronica Squires Mitchelle Cadogan David Legall Trevor Thomas Sophia Chase Sandra Lewis Alva Ward Ruth Cherubin Sherlock Lord Vanessa Watts Beverley Clarke Junior Maloney Rhea Welch Maurice Clarke Ernest Marshall Desmond Willett Monica Clarke John Maxwell John Wilson Maxine Codrington

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Club HistHistoryory

PAST PAST YEAR PRESIDENTS SECRETARIES 1989-1991 Denis Graham Desmond Willett 1991-1992 Jeffrey Branch Desmond Willett 1992-1993 John Wilson Shurland Robinson 1993-1994 Enric Connolly Gregory Hinkson 1994-1995 Oswald Simmons Samuel Sargeant 1995-1996 Trevor Thomas* Denis Graham** 1996-1997 Desmond Willett Maurice Clarke 1997-1998 Basil Jessamy Samuel Sargeant 1998-1999 Maurice Clarke* Glenville Morris** 1999-2000 James Burnett* Desmond Willett** 2000-2001 Richard Reid* Maurice Clarke** 2001-2002 Ernest Marshall Grace Wickham 2002-2003 Emerson Smith* Andrew Sealy** 2003-2004 Anthony Garner Beverley Clarke 2004-2005 Eleanor Small* Emerson Smith** 2005-2006 Andrew Sealy* Zelma Daisley** 2006-2007 Anthony Barrow* Desmond Willett** 2007-2008 James Marshall* Desmond Willett** 2008-2009 Veronica Squires* David Legall** 2009-2010 Grantley Broome Ramona Smart

*Distinguished President **Distinguished Secretary

Distinguished Members Past Lt. Governors

2005-2006 James Marshall 2007-2008 Ernest Marshall 2006-2007 Anthony Barrow 2007-2008 Ernest Marshall 2007-2008 Cynthia Alleyne 2008-2009 Veronica Squires 2008-2009 David Legall 2009-2010 Grantley Broome

RecordRecord of Club of Club Meeting Meeting- November – June 14 23rd,, 201 12010 At the Southern Palms Beach Club

Chairman: President David Rawlins

The meeting was called to order at 8:10pm with the singing of the National Anthem of Barbados. K. Jean Burton led the invocation and the Objects of Kiwanis International were repeated.

Attendance Kiwanians: Ernest, Tony G, Beverley, John, James, Evelyn, Curtis, Trevor A, Andrew, Shari, Vanessa, Cynthia, Sophia, Mitchelle, David R, Charles, Lolene, Oswald, Tony B, Fielding, Horace, Jean, Janice, Maurice, Emerson, Brenda, and Veronica.

Welcome The chairman extended a warm welcome to members.

Apologies Apologies for absence were made for Kiwanians Andrea, Desmond and Rhea.

Kiwanis Education PP Anthony Garner announced that in recent years he has observed members forming ‘cliques‘in the club. As a result, the camaraderie that once existed was now lost. He also contended that he has been in discussion with a number of members who have expressed their disappointment in the manner in which the club was being managed. This apparently was their reason for not attending fellowship meetings. This cultivated lots of discussion as some members were of the view, that cliques were not necessarily a bad thing but it was also important to recognize that the club had changed demographically.

Programme President David gave a review of the ninth Board meeting held at the home of DP James and his wife on June 9th, 2011. He also recalled some of the events of the District Convention held May 12-14 in Collingwood, Canada. 6

Kiwanis & any other business DP Tony, Chairman of Finance & Fundraising thanked the members for their contribution and assistance with the cake sale at Oistins, Southern Plaza on Saturday June 11th. He also commented on the fun the members had at Miami Beach on Monday June 13th, 2011.

IPP Grantley informed the group that PLG E Griffith Joseph will be attending the Kiwanis Club of Bridgetown’s fellowship meeting on Wednesday June 29th to distribute the distinguished pins and certificates for the administrative year 2009-2010.

The president announced the following graduations:-

SCHOOL DATE TIME VENUE Milton Lynch June15th, Christ Church Parish 10:00am Primary 2011 Centre Belmont June 15th, 2:30pm Sunbury House Primary 2011 St. Martins June16th 9:30am Crane Hotel Mangrove

PLG Ernest reported that the Kiwanis Club Pride of Barbados and the Kiwanis club of Bridgetown had formed an Aktion Club at the Learning Centre. The chartered ceremony will be held on Thursday June 16th, 2011 at the Learning Centre.

Members Appreciation . PP John and Jean were recognised on the occasion of their 49th wedding anniversary. . K. Shari Greaves was also recognised on the occasion of her 22nd birthday.

Sargeant-at-arms: Happy dollars collected for the night totalled $91.00.

Adjournment The members sang the Kiwanis song and the meeting adjourned at 10.00pm

June Message International President Sylvester Neal

Let the sparks fly

Membership and recruiting should be a continuous, major focus of every club. At every meeting, we need to ask our members to bring guests and thank the current members who do. I challenge you to be the spark that sets off a membership fire in your club. Identify others who, like you, have a burning passion for service; those who give unselfishly of themselves and live the principles of Kiwanis. I challenge you to identify them and invite them to join the world’s greatest service organization. Invite them to join us as we change the world again. If you find a small group of people who Invite them to join us want to join but their as we change the time or commitments make it difficult, world again. consider forming them into a club satellite. When you combine meaningful service and have a welcoming environment, you’re guaranteed to have a successful membership drive. For help and ideas on running a successful membership drive, check out some of the webinars on related topics and download the membership drive planning guide. You can find the webinar schedule at: www.KiwanisOne.org/webinars; and the guide at: www.KiwanisOne.org/membership. Remember, service is our fuel for growth. So let’s light the organization on fire!

RED CROSS MEALS ON WHEELS This programme is coordinated by the Barbados Red Cross and allows several elderly and disabled persons to receive a solid meal daily. The Kiwanians scheduled to make deliveries are as follows: June 02 - DP Emerson June 09 - K Andrea June 23 - K Evelyn June 30 - PLG Ernest FEEDING THE COMMUNITY This project involves feeding seventeen less fortunate members of the community who need a Sunday meal. Thanks to the management and staff of Southern Palms Beach Club, Accra Beach Hotel and Sea Breeze Hotel for supplying the meals each Sunday. Date 12:30 pm 3:15 pm June 05 K Sandra K Evelyn June 12 DS David K Curtis June 19 K Rhea IPP Grantley June 26 K Orene K Horace

READING AT OISTINS PUBLIC LIBRARY This YCPO project involves reading to the toddlers, ages nine months to four years old, for one hour every Saturday morning from 11.am. YCPO Reading - June 2011 June 04 K. Jean & K Sandra June 11 K Alva & K Horace June 18 K. Shari &DP Veronica June 25 PLG Ernest & K Jean

THE ANTENATAL LECTURE SERIES This lecture series provides information on nutrition and substance abuse to pregnant mothers at three polyclinics. Antenatal Lecture Series - June 2011 Edgar Cochrane Polyclinics 01, 15 Randal Phillips Polyclinic 02, 16 Black Rock Polyclinics 09, 23

‘Serving the children of the world’ 9

WELCOME: A warm welcome is extended to all members, visitors and friends. We hope you find the evening informative and interesting!

Celebrations - June Birthdays Shari Greaves 13 Wedding Anniversaries John & Jean Wilson 16 Fielding & St. Telia Babb 28

South Club Programmes - June 07 Guest Speaker 09 Board Meeting 14 Board Review 21 Cholesterol Checks 28 Guest Speaker

Other Kiwanis Clubs - Meeting Dates - June Bridgetown 01, 08, 15, 22 ,29 Central 13, 27 North 09, 23 Pride 06, 20

Apology I want to apologise to the Fathers of the Club for inadvertently omitting to wish them Happy Fathers Day last week. As you might have realised, I had to reduce the size of the bulletin because of time. I hope you had a Blessed, Wonderful and Enjoyable Day. I do not want the fathers to think preference is being given to the mothers. P.S. to the S-o-A: I know this will cost me!!! LOL

YCPO”s ‘Baby Shower’ Project

On Wednesday June 15, 2011 eight mothers received their kits at the Edgar Cochrane Polyclinic and on Thursday June 16, 2011 nine mothers were presented with their kits at Randal Phillips Polyclinic as part of this YCPO project. On Thursday June 23, 2011 eight mothers are expected to receive their kits at Black Rock Polyclinic. The pictures below show some of the mothers receiving their kits.

Key Club International Convention The 2011 Key Club International Convention takes place June 29-July 3 in Phoenix, Arizona. A group from Barbados will be attending the convention to give support to Lesley Cumberbatch of Harrison College and the Caribbean-Atlantic District who is a candidate for International Trustee. The group is expected to stay on in Arizona for a few days to sight see and tour. The proposed programme (subject to change) for the convention is as follows:

Wednesday, June 29 Registration Contests and awards sign up International Council Meet and Greet Thursday, June 30 Advisors/administrators breakfast Opening Session featuring Eric Saperston Caucus round 1 Charity walk to benefit The Eliminate Project Contest judging Dance Friday, July 1 Nomination conference Workshops Service Fair Caucus round 2 Recognition Session featuring Craig Karges Saturday, July 2 Workshops House of Delegates Closing Session Dance

Cholesterol Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in the body. The body needs some cholesterol in order to function properly. Its cell walls, or membranes, need cholesterol in order to produce hormones, vitamin D, and the bile acids that help to digest fat. But, the body needs only a small amount of cholesterol to meet its needs. When too much is present health problems such as heart disease may develop. Cholesterol travels through the blood attached to a protein -- this cholesterol-protein package is called a lipoprotein. Lipoproteins are classified as high density, low density, or very low density, depending on how much protein there is in relation to fat.  Low density lipoproteins (LDL): LDL, also called "bad" cholesterol, can cause buildup of plaque on the walls of arteries. The more LDL there is in the blood, the greater the risk of heart disease.  High density lipoproteins (HDL): HDL, also called "good" cholesterol, helps the body get rid of bad cholesterol in the blood. The higher the level of HDL cholesterol, the better. If your levels of HDL are low, your risk of heart disease increases.  Very low density lipoproteins (VLDL): VLDL is similar to LDL cholesterol in that it contains mostly fat and not much protein.  Triglycerides: Triglycerides are another type of fat that is carried in the blood by very low density lipoproteins. Excess calories, alcohol, or sugar in the body are converted into triglycerides and stored in fat cells throughout the body. Your blood test report will show your cholesterol levels in milligrams per decilitre of blood (mg/dL). The total number is based on the levels of LDL, HDL and triglyceride. People with high cholesterol are at risk of getting heart disease. This can lead to a heart attack or stroke. Only about 25% of cholesterol comes from the foods you eat. The other 75% is made by the body. Cholesterol levels tend to rise as you get older. Unfortunately, there are usually no signs that you have high cholesterol. But it can be detected with a blood test. These tests can also help your doctor predict what your risk for heart disease may be. (Source: http://www.webmd.com) 13

EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVE Stan Soderstrom Kiwanis, Executive Director

Being an international organization means more than dealing with clubs in more than 80 nations. It means producing much of our communications into at least eight languages, and it means converting dollars and euros into numerous other currencies—all of which fluctuate on a daily basis. It means realizing that international telephone dialling Internet calls are everyday necessity, that not all cell phones work in all nations and that 3 p.m. on April 25 in Indianapolis is 4:30 a.m., April 26, in Adelaide, Australia. It means being sensitive to preferences surrounding food, sports, family, education, religion, language, business practices, holidays and customs. Most of all, it means seeing how many versions of Kiwanis community service our clubs can create. The exciting thing is, the sun never sets on Kiwanis service. Twenty-four hours a day, a Kiwanis club somewhere is serving. This month, we share three inspiring stories of Kiwanians who reach beyond their own nation and make a difference to the world community. Netherlands Kiwanian Lou Cuypers (page 20) is in the middle of one of the world’s hot spots, trying to solve the illegal drug problem at its source. He helps farmers in Afghanistan learn new techniques so they can move away from growing poppies—a major source of heroin in the world. His work has grown into opening a school for girls, planting orchards and creating stability in a fragile, recovering economy. Arizona Kiwanians Danny and Pam Spitler (page 14) turned a US$300 investment for a water well in Cambodia into an organization that built and operates a school for more than 500 students. In Illinois, Kiwanian Rich Rosenberg (page 24) engaged his local Key Club and has collected thousands of shoes for children in Tanzania. We hope you’re inspired to know what other Kiwanis members are doing in all parts of the globe. I know we who work for you at Kiwanis International are impressed every day by your good works—at home and around the world.

Plain View

Clorox Vs Peroxide

This was purportedly written by Becky Ransey of Indiana, the wife of a doctor with over 36 years in the medical field. Here are some everyday ways peroxide can be used instead of bleach:

1. Take one capful (the little white cap that comes with the bottle) and hold in your mouth for 10 minutes daily, then spit it out. (I do it when I bathe.) No more canker sores and your teeth will be whiter without expensive pastes. Use it instead of mouthwash.

2. Let your toothbrushes soak in a cup of peroxide to keep them free of germs.

3. Clean your counters and table tops with peroxide to kill germs and leave a fresh smell. Simply put a little on your dishrag when you wipe, or spray it on the counters.

4. After rinsing off your wooden cutting board, pour peroxide on it to kill salmonella and other bacteria.

5. I had fungus on my feet for years until I sprayed a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water on them (especially the toes) every night and let dry.

6. Soak any infections or cuts in 3% peroxide for five to ten minutes several times a day. My husband has seen gangrene that would not heal with any medicine but was healed by soaking in peroxide.

7. Fill a spray bottle with a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water and keep it in every bathroom to disinfect without harming your septic system like bleach or most other disinfectants will.

8. Tilt your head back and spray into nostrils with your 50/50 mixture whenever you have a cold, plugged sinus. It will bubble and help to kill the bacteria. Hold for a few minutes, and then blow your nose into a tissue.

9. If you have a terrible toothache and cannot get to a dentist right away, put a capful of 3% peroxide into your mouth and hold it for ten minutes several times a day. The pain will lessen greatly.

10. And of course, if you like a natural look to your hair, spray the 50/50 solution on your wet hair after a shower and comb it through. You will not have the peroxide-burnt blonde hair like the hair dye packages but more natural highlights if your hair is a light brown, reddish, or dirty blonde. It also lightens gradually, so it's not a drastic change. 15

Human and Spiritual Values Corner

Solidly on your way You may be tired, or discouraged, or frustrated, or uncomfortable. No matter what, your best option is to move positively forward. Hanging on to past disappointments will only hold you back. Taking comfort in being a victim gives you no real comfort at all. Staying safe by never venturing out, by never taking risks, is the riskiest thing you can do. Because it guarantees that you won't get anything accomplished. It takes effort to move forward, as well as courage and determination. Fortunately, you are filled with courage and determination, and you are able to make whatever effort you choose. Yes, you may feel some fear and trepidation, yet courage is not the lack of fear. Your courage gives you the ability to feel your fear, to listen to what it has to say, to allow it to prepare you, and to move ahead. You know what you desire and you know why you desire it. Set your sights on the goal, and know that you're solidly on your way toward its achievement. -- Ralph Marston

There is a factory in Essex which makes the Tickle Me Elmo toys. The toy laughs when you tickle it under the arms. Well, Shelley is hired at The Tickle Me Elmo factory and she reports for her first day promptly at 8:00 am. The next day at 8:45 am there is a knock at the Personnel Manager's door. The Foreman throws open the door and begins to rant about the new employee. He complains that she is incredibly slow and the whole line is backing up, putting the entire production line behind schedule. The Personnel Manager decides he should see this for himself, so the 2 men march down to the factory floor. When they get there the line is so backed up that there are Tickle Me Elmo's all over the factory floor and they're really beginning to pile up. At the end of the line stands Shelley surrounded by mountains of Tickle Me Elmo's. She has a roll of plush Red fabric and a huge bag of small marbles. The 2 men watch in amazement as she cuts a little piece of fabric, wraps it around two marbles and begins to carefully sew the little package between Elmo's legs. The Personnel Manager bursts into laughter. After several minutes of hysterics he pulls himself together and approaches Shelley. 'I'm sorry,' he says to her, barely able to keep a straight face, 'but I think you misunderstood the instructions I gave you yesterday...' 'Your job is to give Elmo two test tickles.

A minister parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large city because he was short of time and couldn't find a space with a meter. Then he put a note under the windshield wiper that read: "I have circled the block 10 times. If I don't park here, I'll miss my appointment. Forgive us our trespasses." When he returned, he found a citation from a police officer along with this note "I've circled this block for 10 years. If I don't give you a ticket I'll lose my job. Lead us not into temptation."

While driving in Pennsylvania, a family caught up to an Amish carriage. The owner of the carriage obviously had a sense of humour, because attached to the back of the carriage was a hand printed sign... "Energy efficient vehicle: Runs on oats and grass. Caution: Do not step in exhaust."

KIWANIS CODE OF ETHICS To recognize God as the Supreme Ruler and to abide by his immutable laws. To endeavour to perfect myself in my chosen occupation, and to use it to the best of my ability as an opportunity to serve others. To conduct my business or profession on a high ethical plane, so that others emulating my example will help to raise the standards of the vocation in which I am engaged. To maintain the spirit of fairness in competition, and help eradicate all forms of deception that violates the spirit of the law. To exert my influence to provide equal opportunity for the wellbeing of mankind. To promote harmony in everyday contacts, realizing that happiness is one of the major objectives of life, and that happiness depends more on the way we meet the events of life than on the events themselves. To improve relations between employer and employee, recognizing that tolerance, intelligence, and justice are the common ground on which all disputes should be settled. To exemplify good citizenship in appreciation of the fact that the strength of the nation depends upon the calibre of its individual citizens.

NOTES

Thought for the Week "Absence sharpens love, presence strengthens it." American statesman Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)

OBJECTS OF KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL

To give primacy to the human and spiritual rather than to the material values of life.

To encourage the daily living of the Golden Rule in all human relationships.

To promote the adoption and the application of higher social, business, and professional standards.

To develop, by precept and example, a more intelligent, aggressive, and serviceable citizenship.

To provide, through Kiwanis clubs, a practical means to form enduring friendships, to render altruistic service, and to build better communities.

To cooperate in creating and maintaining that sound public opinion and high idealism which make possible the increase of righteousness, justice, patriotism, and goodwill.

What is Kiwanis? Kiwanis International was founded January 21, 1915 in Detroit, Michigan, by Allen Simpson Brown, a moose lodge organizer and Joseph G.Prance, a tailor. It is an organization devoted to the principle of service to the advancement of individual, community and national welfare and to the strengthening of international goodwill. Since it was founded, it has expanded into a family of service clubs worldwide. If you believe children are the future, take pride in your community and enjoy meeting new people then Kiwanis is the place for you. Kiwanis members have an opportunity to improve communities one child at a time, build enduring friendships, better the lives of children, participate in fun and fellowship, sharpen leadership skills, develop business contacts, and attain a greater appreciation of their own talents and successes. A Kiwanis club is organised around a core membership of selected service-minded men and women who reflect the community profile. Prospective members are invited to join by existing members. Join Today!