Governor Rea Huff It Was Time to Get a Late Start on Club Visits

Governor’s MERRY CHRISTMAS-HAPPY HOLIDAYS Bulletin Pilot International Volume 1 – Issue 6 December 1, 2011 KY-OH-WV District Hello KOW Pilots, Officers 2011-2012 I thought after Fall Council things might slow down a little, BUT then Governor Rea Huff it was time to get a late start on Club visits. Pilot Club of Zanesville After adding over 1,300 miles on my odometer, four Clubs have been visited. 618 Eppley Avenue It was a learning experience. Gov. Elect JoAnn and I traveled to Kentucky to do Zanesville, OH 43701 combined visits for both years because of the involved mileage and overnight 740-453-6970 H stay. We’re glad to report Clubs there are a joy to visit and with past Gov.’s, etc 740-607-6970 C in their midst are well informed on Pilot and busy on their service projects. [email protected] Just hope the bridge over the Ohio River is repaired and open because the lady Governor Elect in the GPS will send you in circles as she tries her best to put you into the water if JoAnn Sholl you try to go visit anytime soon. Pilot Club of Akron The DAC met at the Englewood Holiday Inn and planned more of the Banquet 2904 Helen N.W. at District Convention. We have learned of a glitch in our plans due to a mix-up Canton, OH 44708 in our Convention dates. Will let you all know as soon as possible whatever 330-588-8466 happens. We all then visited the club and got to visit the Ronald McDonald [email protected] House where they take in meals and hold their meetings. Secretary Visiting the Springfield Club puts you in a group so much in sync with each *Becky Teagarden other that planning service projects for December was just a fast round table Pilot Club of Zanesville discussion, as each time someone volunteered to cover what was needed. 3915 Dresden Road May you all have the joy of family and Pilot friends around you this Zanesville, OH 43701 holiday season, Rea 740-452-6487 740-319-8041 C * Still receiving treatments. Send her cards and keep her in your prayers. [email protected] Treasurer Jackie Barley Chaplain’s Corner ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++ Pilot Club of Akron I know Pilot is non-sectarian but December activities affect all of us whether we 5723 Sherbourne S.W. participate in religious observations or not. Canton, OH 44706 Whether it is Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Christmas or other celebration, let us be 330-309-8772 respectful of all. Whether you focus on God, the Miracle of Oil or heritage [email protected] of and family—this is still the season of charity and caring. Since ancient P.I.--E.C.R. times, peoples of all cultures have socialized, celebrated and remembered Mimi Wold special people, events and beliefs. Louisiana District It would be hard to be unaware of these holidays with the ads, decorations, special Pilot Club of Winnfield music, emphasis on gifts, special entertainment, parties and on and on! 108 Dogwood Drive But in the midst of whatever your tradition, there is still the world around us Winnfield, LA 71484 needing our Pilot touch. Take time with family and friends during this holiday 318-628-5438 season. May this be a time of joy, love and hope. 318-201-0771 C [email protected] Barbara Moellman, Pilot Club of Greater Toledo

December 1, 2011

Merry Christmas, dear KY-OH-WV Pilots,

During this wondrous holiday season, you have proven to make such a difference for those in need with kind words, a smile, or fulfilling a need.

The Executive Committee is currently working on long term goals and project planning to refocus our efforts to benefit Pilot International. Your involvement and input are critical aspects of this planning as we focus on Brain Health! I encourage you to share your ideas and participate and volunteer.

Wouldn’t it be great if every single club in your district identified at least one item they’d like to improve upon or eliminate in strengthening the club as a unit. The Club Assessment is an awesome tool to use in identifying areas that need strengthening. This is an area that we are encouraging you to contact your District Club Representative as mentors and resources because they are here to help navigate your path, answer questions, and to be a friend. I am privileged to serve in the same capacity as your ECR to mentor and guide your district leadership team.

Applause to all of you for embracing and requesting changes to improve Pilot International for our membership and community. One item that our membership clearly realized needed was that a more “user friendly” website that met the needs of our membership. We are pleased to announce the NEW WEBSITE has been launched, and hopefully you have had a chance to review the site. Hats off to Executive Committee Member Shannon Clegg for the numerous hours she spent on this successful extreme makeover!

Pilot International members are catalysts for community changes around the world. You may ask, “How and where am I impacting my immediate community?”

1) Participating in projects and committees , 2) inviting others to join, 3) taking a leadership position , 4) sharing your skills that can help Pilot International, 5) being positive, involved and giving feedback, and 6) networking with others to strengthen the organization.

George Bernard Shaw must have had the heart of a Pilot because this is his quote on service:

“I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the whole community and as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can. I want to be thoroughly used up when I die, for the harder I work the more I live.”

We are all volunteer leaders within our communities, and as such, we are all stewards of this international organization and can achieve great things by working together. The success of your club, your district and our organization as a whole in 2012 depends on each of us.

With best wishes, Mimi Wold, ECR

Remember: Las Vegas, Nevada is going to be a fantastic destination for the PI/PIF Annual Convention and Leadership Conference July 18 – 21, 2012 at Bally’s. There will be golden opportunities to interact with numerous workshop leaders as well as network with other clubs and vendors from around the globe. Check out the hotel and Vegas on our website!

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Beverly Wilkes, President Pilot International I hope you had a very Happy Thanksgiving with family and friends! Helen Winstead is the Chair of Pilot International Growth/Membership Task Force. She is very engergized and wants to assist your District Growth Team with increased membership. Helen would like for you to e-mail her the name/e-mail and phone number of your District Growth Team. She is dedicated to help each club organize a new club this year. We talked about each District chartering a new club in Dallas at our Governor’s meeting. I sincerely hope that you have identified some cities, towns or communities to make our dreams a reality. We have plenty of time before July 1st to charter a new club and build our membership. So Please send Helen your information immediately! (Send Helen names of friends in other cities. Rea)

My elves help me. HELP WANTED!!! Be an elf for Pilot!

Marie Gravely, Nominating Chair

Looking for individuals interested in becoming Governor-Elect and District Treasurer. It is time for nominations for the positions of Governor-Elect and District Treasurer. Here is the process for your club to nominate someone for the office of Governor-Elect or District Treasurer: DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: January 31, 2012

1. Each club can nominate qualified nominees for district office with a majority vote of the membership. 2. After the club votes for a nominee, the club president sends a letter of nomination to the proposed nominee. A copy of the nominating letter should be sent to the president of the proposed nominee’s club, the district governor (Rea Huff: [email protected]), PI Headquarters and the chair of the district nominating committee (Marie Gravely: [email protected]). The letter should instruct the nominee to inform the club of their acceptance or refusal of the nomination in writing. 3. If the nominee accepts the nomination, he/she should complete the Qualification Form for District Office. This form can be found in the Club and District Manuals as well as on the PI Headquarters website. 4. The nominee should inform each nominating club of their acceptance or refusal in writing. A copy should also be sent to district nominating committee chair (Marie Gravely: [email protected]), Governor (Rea Huff: [email protected])and PI Headquarters. 5. After the nominee has completed the qualification form, copies are sent to district nominating committee chair (Marie Gravely: [email protected]), District Governor (Rea Huff: [email protected]), ECR (Mimi Wold: [email protected]), and PI Headquarters. 6. In addition to the completed qualification form, the nominee will send a copy of their statement of how they will contribute to the PI’s mission and goals (Vision Statement). The statement should be 250 words or less and sent to the same individuals as the qualification form. 7. The nominee will also provide the nominating committee chair with 2 Pilot references (and contact information) who can be contacted by the nominating committee.

In summary, a Complete Nomination packet includes: Letter of nomination from Club Letter of Acceptance from candidate to club Completed Qualification Form Vision Statement Two Pilot References

If you have any questions regarding this process or would like me to send you the required forms mentioned in this article, please feel free to contact me at 304-895-3710 (home), 304-812-6626 (cell) or [email protected].

Don’t forget!!!!!!! DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: January 31, 2012 Hi Pilots and Friends It’s the time of year when we count our blessings. This year a group of women serving our country in the military will be receiving a box filled with much needed personal care items, as well as good wishes and thanks from our KY OH WV District of Pilot International. It is one I put together. Women in the Military wanted face cream and personal items so I put it together and am sending it. I found out about their need from the Red Cross.

JoAnn Sholl Akron Governor Elect Ky Oh Wv District Pilot International

The Snowman’s Resolution Aileen Fisher

The snowman’s hat was crooked And his nose was out of place, And several of his whiskers Had fallen from his face.

But the snowman didn’t notice, For he was trying to think Of a New Year’s resolution That wouldn’t melt or shrink.

He thought and planned and pondered I’ve heard he narrowly escaped With his little snowball head, last week and is in hiding until 1/1/12 Till his eyes began to glisten And his toes began to spread.

And at last he said, “I’ve got it— At the Years Ending I’ll make a firm resolve Phoebe Kayworth That no matter what the weather My smile will not dissolve.” For having lived this one year more, Let me be stronger than before. But the snowman acted wisely, And his resolution won— For lessons learned along the way, For his splinter smile was wooden Give me more courage day by day. And it didn’t mind the sun!

For faith I found within my heart, Let me forever know faith’s part. ****************************

For out of hurts and sometimes pain— Is everybody ready to make their Strength, courage, faith must be the gains. wise resolutions for 2012?

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