Sharing Reports - November/December - 2018
President's Report
I want to give a special “Shout Out” to Susan Robinson who keeps up with our Yahoo Group Site in posting Polls, recording attendance, updating our data, and for her never-ending patience and helpfulness in helping our members with their problems answering the polls and/or accessing the group site.
Also I want to give a special “Shout Out” to Hilda who has served us many ways in OLD’s history. Particularly for all her Service Reports which she chose to carry out by sharing things that were important for us to know about.
Cyber Council
HOLIDAY EXCHANGE 2017 - SIGN UPS
http://www.betajournal.com/ exchange21_2017.htm
Deadline to Sign Up is NOV 15th
Programs
October
What Is Your Favorite Season ? Yes, there is so much to be Thankful for in our Own Little Worlds So Let Us Count The Ways. Now I Ask You What Are You Thankful for?
Service
September
Sisters, with all of the disasters currently facing the North American continent and the Caribbean, please do what you can to help. We are not all able to go directly to the scenes to help out but you might assist with collecting clothing and housewares to send. Perhaps your church is spearheading a drive. Check with them to contribute or to help. If you are close enough, offer food or drink to those in destress and those who are lending a hand. Even a few batches of cookies or some cocoa will brighten someone’s day and warm someone’s hear.. Diapers and feminine products are always needed and often forgotten. There are a couple of websites set up for this purpose:
For diapers: http://texasdiaperbank.org
My daughter, Cris has arranged for a feminine product site at: https://kissmytulle.com/HelpforHarvey
You donate and they will ship direct. If you know of other sites do share with us.
The future is in our hands and we can band together to offer love, support and needed items. Remember, we are known by our actions. We can show that we care even in these small ways. The hurricanes, flooding and fires surround us but our love can still shine through.
October
Sisters, Service to our fellow beings comes in many shapes. Some of us can afford to donate to worthy causes but others feel sad that they cannot afford to help. We all can find a way to bless those around us. Many school districts have a service opportunity for men and women of any age or affluence. It would require an hour or two once a week but usually the volunteer can choose the time. Ask at a local school if you can come in and read to or listen to students. Many schools have reading programs set up especially for guests to come and work with the kids. We can’t all do magic tricks to entertain the little ones but we each can awaken the awe in a young person’s heart when they first hear a wonderful story. Whereas, some kids are so proud that they have someone to show off their new developed skill of reading. Be that one person and you will reap many rewards.
Membership
Only 17 were present for our September meeting. I really think many of you may be reading the minutes, but are not marking your presence on the poll.
Please let us know that you are still with us by acknowledging that you have read the meeting by posting your attendance via the poll. Having almost half of our membership (14 of 31) not marking their attendance is not good.
Socials
NA
Book Club
September/October book is "When Breath Becomes Air” by Paul Kalanithi, an exquisitely observed memoir by a young neurosurgeon faced with a terminal cancer diagnosis who attempts to answer the question What makes a life worth living?
Koffee Klatch Cyber Council Sharing Report from OnLine Delta November 2017
September
NA
October
It is October, so that means Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Below is some information from the Susan G. Koman Foundation. Please if you have not already done so, make sure if you need a Mammogram you have gotten one this year.
OLD Website
Your Sister In OLD,
Submitted by,Evelyn—Cyber Council Representative for OLD
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On Line Theta
Online Theta has been pretty good these last couple of Months. We have had three visitors, and one member who took us down memory lane. Thanks Marti. We are getting ready for the upcoming Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. Trading recipes, and sharing what or how we celebrate. Back to our visitors, we are currently voting on one of the ladies. We hope everyone will have a Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas, and Happy Hanukkah
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On Line Sigma
In September, Chris M-H presented the social/program on the history of the Iditarod. We all joined her on the BSP bus which is covered in yellow roses and large BSP letters on the side. We are headed to Alaska and while on the way we had a special box dinner. We had a choice of chicken parmigiana rice ball or a broccoli and cheese rice ball along with a small salad and mixed fruit cup. There was iced tea, raspberry iced tea, coffee, tea, lemonade, water and milk. For dessert we had a variety of cookies and brownies. She shared her pictures of her recent trip to Alaska.
In October, we welcomed four sisters interested in joining our online chapter. For our program, we learned about what “day” our birthday was……It seems that every day is "something" Day. So lets look at that dilemna more closely. There are International days, weeks and months. These are dates that are proposed by United Nations members and are established by resolutions. A few of these would be April 2 - World Autism Awareness Day, Jun 5 - World Environment Day, Dec 1 - World AIDS Day and today is Oct 18 - Conflict Resolution Day and World Vasectomy Day. The common theme is an issue that affects all countries.
Then there are the National Days (US). Sorry didn't find one for Canada. This month is: Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Caffeine Addiction Recovery Month to name a few. But there are 31 days this month and most days have several remembrance days. For example, Oct 18th is National Chocolate Cupcake Day, National no beard Day, and National Get Smart About Credit Day amongst others.
Crazy huh? Well now lets have some fun. Here are some websites with these days listed. Find a strange or funny day and post it to the chapter. The stranger the better. After all this is Halloween season.
NationalDayCalendar.com
We enjoyed our programs in both months!
Hugs,
Chris M-H
President, Online Sigma
Online Beta had one visitor at the October meeting who was with us because she missed a land meeting. It was wonderful having her with us!
Some members planned to attend the October Conference in Cooperstown, New York.
This month I will spend time to share about our Program and Social.
The Program and Social for Online Beta. Our October Program was on Getting Organized for the Future. Jennie shared information her husband gathered for an outreach to Vietnam Veterans, but everyone can benefit from the guidance about important life documents, bills, and health care issues. The issues shared are very impotant and everyone would benefit from the advice.
The Social was at a winery and we enjoyed learning about not only wines, but apples, cider, and donuts at a Massachusetts Orchard.
Joyfully submitted,
Joanie N.
Online Beta
September meeting:
The following cards were/will be sent out to our Sisters this month:
New Baby to Doris on 9/5;
Birthday to Dean Ann Smith on 9/9;
Birthday to Mary Knickerbocker on 9/26;
Birthday to Nancy Gardner on 9/29.
Congratulations Ladies!
This month's program is by Leigh-Ann . She gave us several ways to relieve stress
Pam was our hostess for this month’s social. She took us on a delightful trip to Saskatoon Farm in Calgary.
Out Special Sisters Matches have been made!
Yearbooks have also been mailed out!
October meeting
The following cards were/will be sent out to our Sisters this month:
Birthday to Rowie on 10/5;
Anniversary to Colette on 10/18
Birthday to Leigh Ann on 10/23;
Birthday to Angel on 10/24.
Congratulations Ladies!
A card of support was sent to Doris on 10/9. We are all keeping you in our thoughts and prayers Doris.
This month’s program is by Nancy. She took us on a trip to her favorite part of New Zealand.
Doris was our hostess for October. We enjoyed a wonderful time in Holmes County, Ohio, the home of the largest concentration of the Amish in America.
The Ritual of Exemplar was held for Sandra and The Ritual of Laureate was held for Bonnie. What an accomplishment, ladies! Congratulations.
Charity - Online Kappa Rep
September
We had no guests this month
Vice President Cheryl broke her leg in a fall, and is now recuperating.
Service Chm. Kathy reminded us to keep on clicking the free sponsored sites.
Courtesy: Carole V. posted the Birthdays, Anniversaries, and Milestones for the month.
Sunshine: Cheryl had no report this month. However, sisters, she could use a little sunshine while she recovers from her broken leg.
Book of Beta Sigma Phi: Carole V. Reviewed Perfect Attendance, in the Book of Beta Sigma Phi
We had no Social or Program this month.
Recipe: Carole V. shared a recipe for Quinoa and Kale, which can be adjusted easily to meet everyone’s individual tastes.
Unfinished Business: As a chapter we discussed the suggestion of the On Line gathering. Many sisters would love to attend, depending on the time of year and where it will be held.
No New Business and the meeting was adjourned with the Closing Ritual and Mispah.
October
October 8, 2018 President Ann M. called the meeting of Online Psi to order with all members reading the Opening Ritual.
17 members present, 3 member absent and no guests.
Committee Reports:
Service: Kathy S. Members were reminded to keep on clicking on our sponsored sites. A site through Coca Cola was given as an additional way to give.
Courtesy: Carole V. The Birthdays, Anniversaries, and Milestones for the month were posted.
Sunshine: It should be noted that Cheryl K. is now home from rehab, but is still unable to put any weight on her leg.
Book of Beta Sigma Phi: Carole V. Reviewed the History of the Yardstick.
Social and Program: Krissie E. took us on a delightful tour of Plymouth, Massachusetts. The sites were great and the authentic Pilgrim Thanksgiving dinner was very heavy and very strange to our palettes.
Book Review: Laurie R. introduced us to the book The Sleepwalker by Chris Bohjalian. The book sounds like it would be a good read.
Recipe: Krissie E. shared a family favorite – Russian Tea.
Ann posted late that the Gift Exchange for on line chapters has been posted and she forwarded all the information to the chapters for those sisters that were interested.
Ann closed the business meeting on October 10, 2018 with reading the Closing Ritual and Mizpah.
On Line Eta
Jacey joined online Eta and was given the pledge ritual at the OCTOBER meeting. We all welcomed her.
Jacey and Melissa are about to complete their pledge training in under 6 weeks. Karen I. loves it!
Prayers for Susan and her daughter for calm waters.
Karen posted a program to help sisters with their computers during the OCTOBER meeting as it is a perfect time before the end of the year.
Karen I. was out late at poker party with 55 other sisters and families playing Texas Hold Em' last night,
Judy is in Japan having a grand time, and our Germany sister, Joyce, is visiting Cuba with her mom. Susan continues to enjoy car shows and travel with her husband.
Wishing those in the U.S. a happy Thanksgiving and safe travels, happy holidays, Merry Christmas, and a HAPPY 2019 New Year to all sisters.
Respectfully submitted, Karen Rep for OL Eta