Vol 20 Number 25 Rotary Information

Ever wondered why the Avenues of Service are divided into Club Service, Vocational Service, Community Service and International Service?

SELAMAT PAGI

25 February 2012 A Motivational Story

The Japanese and the Fresh Fish Story

The Japanese have always loved fresh fish. But the water close to Japan has not held many fish for decades. So to feed the Japanese population, fishing boats got bigger and went farther than ever. The farther the fishermen went, the longer it took to bring the fish. If the return trip took more time, the fish were not fresh. To solve this problem, fish companies installed freezers on their boats. They would catch the fish and freeze them at sea. Freezers allowed the boats to go farther and stay longer. However, the Japanese could taste the difference between fresh and frozen fish. And they did not like the taste of frozen fish. The frozen fish brought a lower price. So, fishing companies installed fish tanks. They would catch the fish and stuff them in the tanks, fin to fin. After a little thrashing around, they were tired, dull and lost their freshfish taste. The fishing industry faced an impending crisis! But today, they get fresh- tasting fish to Japan. How did they manage? To keep the fish tasting fresh, the Japanese fishing companies still put the fish in the tanks but with a small shark. The fish are challenged and hence are constantly on the move. The challenge they face keeps them alive and fresh! Have you realized that some of us are also living in a pond but most of the time tired and dull? Basically in our lives, sharks are new challenges to keep us active. If you are steadily conquering challenges, you are happy. Your challenges keep you energized. Dont create success and revel in it in a state of inertia. You have the resources, skills and abilities to make a difference. Take a Risk, take a chance. Put a shark in your tank and see how far you can really go!

Object of Rotary

The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service Club Service High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society Vocational Service The apllication of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal business and community life Community Service
The advancement of international understanding, goodwill and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service International Service

In view of the annual turnover of Rotary leadership each year, special effort is required to provide the club leaders with appropriate instruction for the tasks they will assume. The annual district assembly is the major leadership-training event in each of the 500 Rotary districts of the world. The district assembly offers motivation, inspiration, Rotary information and new ideas for club officers, directors and key committee chairmen of each club. Some of the most experienced district leaders conduct informative discussions on all phases of Rotary administration and service projects. The assembly gives all participants valuable new ideas to make their club more effective and interesting. Why Attend the District Assembly - To learn about the Districts goals for Rotary year 2012-2013 - To become motivated & educated through training & speakers - To develop leadership skills appropriate to club service interest - To meet other Rotarians from throughout the District

ATTENDANCE
Visiting Rotarian: President Suki, RC Pantai Valley Guests: Elsie Low, guest of Graham Junie Yeoh, guest of Kong Lyn, guest of Kong Junaida, guest of Kong Robin Tay, guest of Poay Lim Ann Gerrie, guest of Steve Isabelle, guest of Steven Richard Hoy (volunteer mentor) Lee Hooi Cheng (volunteer mentor) Attendance: 52% Fines: $14.00

Member's Contribution
Thaipusam Festival 6 February 2012 By Rtn Steven Lim
On the eve of the Thaipusam Festival at 12.20am, I picked up former Youth exchange student, Ms Tomoko Nimura and her friend at 10 pm from Brickfields. Tomoko is from Fukuaka, Kyushu Island which is famous for the making of Japanese dolls. We followed the procession of the Silver Chariot from Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in China town to Batu Caves until the Maybank Building. We met up with Rotarians Su May and Kang from RC Cheras again in Brickfields at 8am before leaving for Batu Caves for the kavadi-carrying feats. To Tomoko, Su May and Kang, it was their first time witnessing Thaipusam festival in Batu Caves and all of them enjoyed it very much. We were not allowed to use the Batu Caves road as it was closed and we parked at the garden next to Batu Caves and walked. We were separated from the time we reached there but met back at where the car was parked at about 1.30pm.

Announcements
- The 78th District Assembly will be held in Syuen Hotel, Ipoh from 30 March to 1 April 2012. The new Board of Directors are encouraged to register. - There will be a visit to RC Seremban on 1 March 2012. The guest speaker is PP Yoke Leong on REF. - Fellowship dinner in Klang next Saturday. For more details see Karen - The regular club meeting on 3 March 2012 will be held at the Royal Commonwealth Club at 7.30am. - Next week is the presentation of REF awards to 6 new candidates. The parents and mentors will be invited to the meeting. - The club will be assisting in registration for RYLA which will be organised by Rotary clubs in Group 7. Date to be confirm next week. - The club will be putting in the submission for the RI Citation for the Rotary Year 2011/12.

Em@il from Tomoko Nimura

Thaipusam is a festival which I really longed to see. When I arrived in China town where the procession started on 5th Feb, I was so excited. The street was jam packed with worshippers and elegantly dressed ladies in Sari. Their dress pleased my eyes. Above all, I was surprised to see a lot of lady-boys.

Tomoko (on the right) and friend

On the day of Thaipusam, I stayed about 3 hours at Batu caves, and saw many beautiful Kavadis. And also, I watched the worshippers who were piercing metal skewers and needles on their body. It was scary at first, but I got use to it after awhile. However, I am still wondering why they didnt bleed nor complain of pain. I think this Hindu festival is one of the most fantastic event in the world. So spiritual, exotic and colourful. I saw many families and they helped each other to carry Kavadis. I guess this event can unite a family. Thank you so much, Steven. I really enjoyed Thaipusam 2012. I hope to come back again. Tomoko Nimura

LAST WEEK'S SPEAKER

Mr Tan Su Cheng on 'Income Explosion'

HEALTH Tips
Is getting more food for your money always a good value?
Have you noticed that it only costs a few cents more to get larger sizes of fries or soft drinks at restaurants? Getting a larger portion of food for just a little extra money may seem like a good value, but you end up with more food and calories than you need. Before you buy your next value combo, be sure you are making the best choice for your wallet and your health. If you are with someone else, share the large size meal. If you are eating alone, skip the special deal and just order what you need.

Today's Programme
PP Paul Lam 'China Today'

NEXT CHANGE
3 March(Sat) 7.30am Speaker: Rtn Peter Hill Topic: My Travelogue 10 March(Sat) 7.30am Youth Leadership Camp briefing 17 March(Sat) 7.30am Speaker: Azlan Adnan Topic: The Enviroment and Our Collective Future

Presentation to new REF Awardees

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Heng Ren Hau - SMK Subang Utama Jaasjit Kaur D/O Harpal Singh - SMK Bukit Bandaraya Letchumanan S/O Anbalagan - SMK Bandar Utama Esther Chong Yan Wei - SMK Damansara Malanie A/P Palaniandy - SMK Bandar Utama Lam Kar Mun - SMK Taman SEA

CALENDAR of EVENTS
Club visit to RC Seremban Date: 1 March 2012

MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
My Dear Rotary friends, In December I had a visit from an old friend and classmate from UK. While he was here he saw how involved I was with Rotary and marvelled at how I managed to keep myself occupied most of the time. He on the other hand had retired from his medical practice and besides playing golf periodically, found life a bore and he said that he went to bed at 10pm because he had nothing better to do!. When I told him that perhaps he should consider joining Rotary as it would instantly increase his social circle and at the same time give him something to be occupied with. He readily jumped at the idea.So I wrote to RI and provided them with his details and that he would be interested to join Rotary.I also emailed his local Rotary club in UK of his availability. Yesterday he wrote to me to say that he had already attended 3 meetings and had decided to join Rotary. This brings me to the point I am going to make. Here was a very close friend of mine whom I had known from the 60s and although we parted in 1970, we had kept in touch and I had never talked to him about Rotary although he has visited me and I him over the years.We find that many individuals after having been successful in life are left with a life of boredom.Nothing will take you to the grave faster than being bored and with few friends and nothing to do!. As is well known, all we have to do is ask. Perhaps this little story of mine will inspire someone to ASK. My friends, during my term as MDR Chair in 2004 and 2005 I had several referals from RI of individuals in Malaysia who had expressed interest through our website. I had followed up on those leads and several of them are now Rotarians. I have used this manner of communications through email and sms to follow up on leads to join my own club succesfully, although I myself had not introduced them in the first place. Some clubs have demonstrated a strong desire to grow and have succeeded. Growth is fundamental to the future of Rotary and every club has to continually grow to compensate for the inevitable attrition. Rotary is about people and the diversity we have is what makes Rotary unique. The next person you recruit may be the one who can make a difference. If we keep tolerance and mutual respect in the forefront of our activities, we will most likely attract more members. I hope each of you will Enjoy Rotary as I have and not forget to ASK. PDG Joe Rajendran ( an extract from the District's e-group)

RC Chungli Chung Shing's Anniversary Date: 9 - 11 March 2012

3rd Youth Leadership Camp Date: 13 - 15 March 2012 Venue: Casa Rachado, Port Dickson 78 th District Assembly Date; 30 March - 1 April 2012 Venue: Syuen Hotel, Ipoh REF Study Techniques Workhop Date: 7 April 2012 Tree Planting @ Raja Musa Forest Reserve Date: 21 April 2012 RCBKS 20th Anniversary & Installation Nite Date: 22 June 2012

Duty Roster
25 February (Club Service) Sargeant-at-arms Desk Duty Introducer Thank Speaker Fines Steven Karen Steve Poay Lim

3 March ( Vocational Service) Sargeant-at-arms Desk Duty Introducer Thank Speaker Fines Frankie Mike Steve Siew Hwa

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Board of Directors 2011/12

President Steve Robinson 016-2253777 President Elect Ghaurry 23003757(O) Immediate Past President Tan Poay Lim Vice President James Cheong Honorary Secretary PP Graham Bennett 012-2918619 Honorary Treasurer Angie Ng Club Administration PP Karen Chong Service Projects The Rotary Foundation PP Jeremy Ng Membership Development Chin Teng Yoong REF Chairman PP Dr Kong Voon Sin Sargeant-at-arms PP Frances Po Bulletin Editor - Sunny Vocational Service Chair - Mike Community Service Chair -Dr Yee International Service Chair Fang Keong New Generation Chair - Susan

Around the Rotary World

Child safety in Texas
Thirty-two families received new child safety seats through an event organized by the Rotary Club of Lufkin (Angelina), Texas, USA, with the support of a District Simplified Grant awarded to District 5910 and help from Texas AgriLife Extension Services, Morgan Insurance, and the Belk department store. On 5 March, Rotarians worked with Texas AgriLife volunteers, who inspected 51 child safety seats and distributed new ones at no charge to parents whose seats did not meet current standards. Texas AgriLife has valued the total economic benefit of the new seats and the education that Rotarians provided at more than $50,000.

Books to Jamaica
Staff at the Whitticks Day Care Center in Kingston, Jamaica, used to create handmade storybooks with pictures cut out from magazines. But last year, the center, along with 200 other early childhood institutions throughout the country, received more than 10,000 childrens books from the Rotary Club of Kingston. Valued at over US$29,500, the project was undertaken in partnership with the countrys Early Childhood Commission and supported by two Matching Grants with the U.S. Rotary clubs of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, and Naples North, Florida. Boosting agriculture in Sri Lanka Last year marked the first time that 40 farming families in the village of Pattiyawela, Sri Lanka, were able to cultivate two rice crops in the same year. The Rotary clubs of Colombo Fort, Western Province, Sri Lanka, and Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA, initiated this new development through a Matching Grant project that refurbished and increased the capacity of an existing irrigation tank. In addition to providing year-round access to water collected during the rainy season, the US$12,250 project supplied families with agricultural equipment

District 3300
District Governor Dr Raveendra 06-764 7766(O) ravee10067@gmail.com Assistant Governor Siti Subaidah 012-212 9933 sitisubaidah@rccd.org.my Rotary Clubs in Group 7 Bandar Sunway Bukit Kiara Sunrise Central Damansara Pantai Valley Tropicana Damansara

Sister Clubs
RC Bugis Junction [D 3310] Saturday, 08:00 am Hotel Inter-Continental 80 Middle Road, Singapore RC Chiangmai Thinthaingam[D 3360] Thursday, 12.00 noon International Center Chiangmai University, Thailand RC Chungli Chung Shing [D 3500] Thursday, 12.00 noon No 4, Ln 10, Gwo-Ti Street Chungli, Taiwan

Bulletin Committee
Sunny (Editor) Karen (Production) Angie (Speakers Programme)