PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Dear Ladies and Sponsors,
By the time you read this, many of you will be recuperating from the traditional week of "grazing". It’s hard to believe there are so many recipes for leftover turkey. The best part of Thanksgiving is the time shared with friends and family.
About the time you take a deep breath, you realize Christmas is right around the corner. For many of you, this will be your first Christmas in Corpus Christi. Just to forewarn you, it doesn’t get very cold here and it rarely snows. To some, that is a good thing, but if you’re planning on a fire in the fireplace, you may need to run the air conditioner.
The holiday season is filled with shopping, decorating, baking, partying, and sharing with loved ones. Speaking of shopping, if you need a few gift ideas try these: kind words, warm hugs, and comforting smiles. Here’s wishing a very happy and safe holiday to each of you and your families.
This season, if you see someone without a smile, give them yours.
Happy Holidays
Candy Duncan
President
Sunshine Column
Sarita Martinez is getting married November 12 at La Cantera in San Antonio. She is marrying Mr. Randy Bubar. They will be blending their four (4) children, three (3) boys and one (1) girl into a new happy family – "The Bubar Bunch". Sarita has one boy and girl and Randy has two boys. CONGRATULATIONS to Sarita and Randy.
Treva Bedwell and Marcia Mayes spent three days shopping and eating at Canton and Harwin Street in Houston. Marcia got lost and thanks to her new cell phone was able to call Treva and be rescued. They literally shopped till they dropped and came home happy and poor.
Bettie Reeves is back in Spohn Shoreline Hospital and would love a card from you. Get well soon Bettie.
Donna Vickery and Sandra Richmond attended the CHER concert. What a great show she put on and the new American Bank Center is a wonderful addition to Corpus Christi.
Margie Schroeder reports that her husband Roger is on the final countdown to retirement. He will retire December 8 and they leave December 10 for a three-week road trip back east. They will be home in time to host the 3rd annual Dining Out New Year’s Eve party.
Karl and Mollie Zick have had a busy November with friends and family visiting from California. Mollie’s friend, Bonnie Small, came to join her for the Houston International Quilt Festival and what a grand time was had by all.
A week after Bonnie left Mollie’s sister and brother-in-law arrived also from California for a weeks stay in Houston and Corpus – thank goodness the weather finally turned cool so they can get a nice feeling for our fair state.
Juanita Powell and her husband will be leaving on November 16 for a 21-day tour of China celebrating their 46th wedding anniversary. This trip was planned two years ago with her husband even taking Chinese lessons at Del Mar, but their plans had to be changed after SARS so now their dream is about to come true.
Sally Moehrke will have her four grown grandchildren from out of town with her for Thanksgiving.
By Mollie Zick
Bring a smile to a needy child’s face this holiday season. Bring your unwrapped toy to the next luncheon on December 9th!
Gifts in the 0-3 and 12-15 year range are most needed!
Boys & Girls Age 0-3
Pacifiers, Teething Rings, Rattles, Musical Toys, Playschool type early learning toys, Mobiles, Books , Diapers, Blocks, Pull Toys
Boys & Girls Age 4-6
Bikes/Scooters, Baby Dolls, Computer hand-held games, Push toys/trucks/cars, Educational Toys, Books, Slippers, Hats, Color Crayons, Markers, Color/Work Books, Puzzles, Sidewalk Chalk, Legos, Wagon
Boys & Girls Age 7-9
Action Figures, Matchbox Cars, Science Kits, Cards/Board Games, Skates, Soccer Ball, Baseball bat/ball, Barbie type dolls, GI Joe’s, Educational, Toys, Books, Puzzles, Skate Board, Marking Pens/Crayons, Legos
Boys & Girls Age 10-12
Hair Accessories, White Board/Chalk Board, Wallets for boys/Purses for girls, Backpacks, School Supplies, "Cool" T-shirts/Sweatshirts, Radio/CD Player, Batteries, Watches, Books, Disposable Cameras, Scooters/bikes, Skateboard, Any sports equipment, Earrings/bracelets
Boys & Girls Age 12-15
Watches, CD Players/Radio, CD’s, Jewelry/nail polish for girls, Bubble path/Personal care products, Makeup for girls, Deodorant/Toothpaste/Toothbrushes, Backpack, Pocket Calculator, School Supplies, Marking Pens/Highlighters, "Cool" T-shirts/Sweatshirts, Flip Flops, Disposable Cameras, Bike, Earrings/Bracelets
NNL Luncheon Minutes
President, Candy Duncan, called the November 11, 2004 luncheon of the New Neighbors League of Corpus Christi to order. After welcoming everyone in attendance, Candy then read our club prayer.
The Corpus Christi Ballet was introduced under the direction of Cristina Stirling Munro. They performed various segments of the Nutcracker and a piece from Let’s Fall in Love. It was a beautiful performance and wonderful treat!
After lunch was served Candy introduced the executive board and advisors. She also acknowledged our Past Presidents Carol Allen, Pam Gordon, and Joyce Seitz.
Sponsor announcements were made, and Linda Martin, Laura Smith, and Mary Robbins with Coldwell Banker-Pacesetter Steel were acknowledged for their attendance.
Sally Galyon, Prospective Member Chair went around the room and introduced our prospective members and guests.
Carol Allen introduced our Rose of the Month, Sue McClurg. Sue introduced her two sorority sisters and her NNL friends that joined her at her table. She shared what NNL has meant to her, and we are honored to have her as our Rose.
Joyce Seitz was presented with the Presidents Pin for her superb job last term as President.
Our Social Chair, Jennifer Oler announced that our social "Viva Las Vegas" would be on March 4th so mark your calendars.
Shana Lawler introduced our November birthdays, and Evelyn Rathke won our birthday drawing.
Candy announced that our Sanddollar Editor, Julie Herrera is going to be moving back to Nebraska. She expressed a need for filling her position when she leaves.
The advisors handed out door prizes and the 50/50 drawing was held. Candy Duncan won $42.50.
Announcements to be noted:
Glenda Fisher with the Corpus Christi Town Club announced that they would be having a Thanksgiving Buffet and a Christmas Style Show and Luncheon on December 7th & 8th. You can contact either Glenda or Julie Stark (their new Membership Director).
Rita Albrecht announced there is a need for hostesses to host this terms coffees. There are several months needing to be filled. Please see or contact Rita.
Bobbie Sue Doye reminded everyone of the Circle of Caring forms and to please let them know of any needs or prayers someone might have.
Announcements to be noted:
If you have been in the club over 2 years, you need to contact our Reservation Chair, Corinne Thorsen to make reservations for the luncheon. Email correspondence is preferred.
The next coffee is December 2nd at 10:00 a.m. at the home of Jennifer Oler. The Board Meeting will start at 9:00 a.m.
The next Luncheon is December 9th at 10:45 a.m. at the Corpus Christi Town Club. There will be a performance by a Barber Shop Quartet.
The club thought was read and the meeting was adjourned.
Respectively submitted
Christy Rutledge
Secretary
Birthdays
| LNAME | FNAME | BIRTHDAY |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | Sandra | 12/01 |
| Baldwin | Edna | 12/04 |
| Longoria | Catalina | 12/06 |
| Jones | Marianne | 12/06 |
| Stewart | Pat | 12/15 |
| Bauer | Mary | 12/18 |
| Mathis | Tammie | 12/19 |
| Walker | Lena | 12/19 |
| Strenk | Jean | 12/20 |
| Larkin | Laura | 12/21 |
| Flack | Carolyn | 12/21 |
| Hernandez | Debra | 12/22 |
| Cheesman | Mary Jo | 12/26 |
| Rossiter | Pam | 12/29 |
IMPORTANT MEMBERS PAST
After two active years in NNL, your sister club, The V.I.P. Club, offers all IMPs the opportunity to extend, renew and perpetuate the friendships made through NNL! A ONE-time $3.50 registration fee plus just $3.00 per year covers our three luncheon announcement postal cards and puts you on our roster. When you become an IMP, The V.I.P. Club Membership Chair will call to invite you to join! REMEMBER, however, ALL ACTIVE NNL MEMBERS AND GUESTS ARE WELCOME AT OUR THREE ANNUAL LUNCHEONS (Corpus Christi Country Club in the Fall, Winter and Spring of the school year).
IMPs: Norma Kjar
President: Jackie Del Nano, 985.6239 VP & Secretary: Geri Barbee, 853-7325
Treasurer: Margie Schroeder, 994.1327 Membership Chair: Lois McCray, 985.6333
Luncheon Announcements: Kae Martin, 993.1989 IMPS Chair: Alice Murphy, 855.1748
Club Advisor: Ruth Williams, 855.8397
B U L L E T I N B O A R D
Couples Game Night will be held December 10th. Call Candy Duncan at 808.9222 for more details.
Daytime Book Club will be meeting on Tues, Dec 7th at Anne Juntilla’s home. This meeting will replace both November and December’s usual meeting times. The group will cook up recipes from the Ex-Boyfriend Cookbook and enjoy a potluck while discussing the book. Please call Anne at 980.8716 if you would like to be part of this lively bunch.
Wine Tasting II will meet on Saturday December 4th at 7 p.m. at the home of Rita Albrecht. The group will be sampling Celebration Wines. Call Jana Gann at 241.0832 for more details and to let them know you want to join the fun!
The Eaters Unlimited and Night Bunco Club will not be meeting in the month of December.
Meet your Board….
Lettie Good
- Currently serving as an Advisor, Lettie has held "just about every position on the board", while being a member since 1998. She currently participates in Bunco Brunch, Night Bunco, Lunch Bunch and the Creative Craft group. Lettie enjoys volunteering and expresses the sentiment "The friendships that I’ve made" as the best thing about NNL.Sylvia Whitworth -
Sylvia has been with New Neighbors since February 2004. Her first position was Sunshine Chair. This term she is trying out Membership Chair. What will Sylvia want to do next? She attends the First Movie Club, enjoys classical music, cats, scuba diving, sailing, international travel and politics. The best thing about NNL is getting to meet a variety of nice ladies in a comfortable social setting—without a lot of work.Shana Lawler
- A member for 13 months, Shana was Assistant Treasurer, but now serves the board in the capacity of Membership Assistant. The best thing about NNL is the socializing. When not socializing at NNL functions, Shana can be found playing tennis and enjoying family vacations. Shana enjoys Wine Tasting 2 and the First Movie Club.Sally Galyon
- Sally moved here from Michigan in May 2004 and has started off in NNL with a bang! She immediately took up Social Chair, and along with her committee, planned out Havana Night, including the famed "chocolate cigars". She now is a "recruiter" for NNL serving as Prospective Membership Chair. Sally attends First Movie Club, Wine Tasting, Spanish and Lunch Bunch. Her passions are: Blue Bell ice cream, family, remaining positive, having close friends and bringing the best out of a negative situation.Susan Andrews
- Susan arrived in the NNL organization in March 2004 and currently is a Prospective Member Assistant working with Sally and Susie. The best thing about NNL is the opportunity to meet new people. Susan is a sports gal!! She enjoys the Spurs, Major League Baseball and anything her sons are playing. This is evidenced as on my last visit to her house, ESPN was on (to check the scores) :) She also likes travel and reading, which is why she is a perfect fit for the Book Club. Susan also participates in Couples Game Night and Secret Pals.Susie Wright
- An artist (and chili champion) in her own right, Susie came to us in August 2003. She was on the Coffee Committee and now is working membership as a Prospective Membership Assistant. Susie participates in Creative Craft and Chairs the Hearts and Hands Group. Her passions are making jewelry and artwork projects. The best thing about New Neighbors is meeting new people.