August 6, 2012
Kingston, Jamaica
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE Fellow Optimists,
I hope that none of you were
affected by the recent passing of Ernesto; that you are all safe and
dry.
As we celebrate our 50th anniversary as an independent nation, we can look back on all the positive achievements that we have enjoyed. Yes, there are some negatives as well, but let us focus, let us shine our light on the positives, as Optimists do (to look on the sunny side of everything), to light a trail for the leaders of tomorrow, our youth. We have a lot to thank God for: the gift of life, the ability to help others, the ability to dream and realize our dreams. It is my wish that you all enjoy this independence holiday and really feel liberated and empowered as optimists, and realize the tremendous influence that you wield.
If you observed both the 100 meters men & women finals, you would have noticed that the winners, Usain & Shelly-Ann, came from behind, pressed forward and became victorious, and achieved their objective. Likewise, the Caribbean District needs to emulate these two sprinting stars, to come from behind, press forward and finish STRONG. Yes, you have been hearing this phrase and rally cry for some time now (Finish Strong). What does it mean to finish strong?
To Finish Strong, we as clubs need to ensure that we recruit and admit like-minded individuals to our clubs to assist us in our optimist work; to ensure that all the paper works are done and reports sent in on time; that we are dues compliant - both OI & District; to expand the movement to areas where there are no clubs to serve the communities; and just to continue doing the wonderful projects in an effort to aid and encourage the development of Youth.
At this time I want to encourage you all to register for the convention in August, which promises to be an enjoyable and memorable one, so that as a district, we can truly Finish Strong.
All the best, and take care,
Gov. Dwight
The Power of One
Kingston, Jamaica
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE Fellow Optimists,
I hope that none of you were
affected by the recent passing of Ernesto; that you are all safe and
dry.As we celebrate our 50th anniversary as an independent nation, we can look back on all the positive achievements that we have enjoyed. Yes, there are some negatives as well, but let us focus, let us shine our light on the positives, as Optimists do (to look on the sunny side of everything), to light a trail for the leaders of tomorrow, our youth. We have a lot to thank God for: the gift of life, the ability to help others, the ability to dream and realize our dreams. It is my wish that you all enjoy this independence holiday and really feel liberated and empowered as optimists, and realize the tremendous influence that you wield.
If you observed both the 100 meters men & women finals, you would have noticed that the winners, Usain & Shelly-Ann, came from behind, pressed forward and became victorious, and achieved their objective. Likewise, the Caribbean District needs to emulate these two sprinting stars, to come from behind, press forward and finish STRONG. Yes, you have been hearing this phrase and rally cry for some time now (Finish Strong). What does it mean to finish strong?
To Finish Strong, we as clubs need to ensure that we recruit and admit like-minded individuals to our clubs to assist us in our optimist work; to ensure that all the paper works are done and reports sent in on time; that we are dues compliant - both OI & District; to expand the movement to areas where there are no clubs to serve the communities; and just to continue doing the wonderful projects in an effort to aid and encourage the development of Youth.
At this time I want to encourage you all to register for the convention in August, which promises to be an enjoyable and memorable one, so that as a district, we can truly Finish Strong.
All the best, and take care,
Gov. Dwight
The Power of One
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