Reflections from OI-CDC 2013

Governor Lynden says: 

It was indeed another successful convention with everything coming together like an orchestra in performance, the bass keeping the background rich and enjoyable, the strings and wind instruments adding their flavour keeping the melody and harmony, the percussionists filling any gaps with interesting sounds, the tympani; lots on high pitch but adding to the flare and excitement (you can work out who played where - smile).  

Lets now go and ensure that we pass the baton successfully so the next runner can shout enthusiastically, GOT IT!"

GD Nutilia says:

We've got it!! The convention was quite good; packed with training. The injection of fellowship, fun and excitement during the closing session brought out the true spirit of our Optimism. I was a bit disappointed that a number of leaders for our 2013/14 year did not make it to convention. I am pleading with all Optimists; let us make ourselves available for training and do share the information given. The training that is being offered is also for our own personal growth and development. A hearty thank you to all who participated. Congratulations to LDC Barbara on being selected Governor-Elect (2013-2014). As committed Optimists we will continue the great work of our District.

GE Barbara says: 

So much energy in one place, so much enthusiasm, so many people doing good things and these same people itching for opportunities to do more …. People ready to share their ideas and wanting to celebrate the success of others. All of this and yet I was only able to experience one day of the District Convention. 

I want to congratulate all of the officers who attended training. I’m looking forward to working with you over the next twenty five months and beyond.

PDST Heather Says: 

As we re-energize to 'Make a difference...one child at a time', the just concluded Caribbean District Convention reminds us that 'We Got it'! As Optimists we must now dig deep beyond our circumstances and recruit new members to keep the blood line of our organization running.   

I was happy to see the members of our newest club, Sunrise Optimist Club of Newport, out in their numbers...their future is bright and indeed the children they will serve will be better with them as part of our supreme organization.

CP Diana Morrison says:

As someone who is always on the outside (working) at conferences my impressions of the conferences are guided by the feedback I get from the members. For this conference the positive feedback outweighed the negatives. Members, especially the first-timers, were impressed with the workshops offered and the presentations by the  Guest speaker, Mr. Horace Wildes.  

For me the enthusiasm  displayed by the first-timers (especially the members from Sunrise Newport) is something we need to cultivate and return to our more seasoned members.