This has been a hectic few weeks, so I have been delinquent in preparing my President'smessage. Because of this, I have asked a "friend"; of mine if he would prepare the Junemessage to Applewood Probus. (NOTE: This is satire and no Presidents were harmed inthe preparation of this message.)
Hi everyone, it’s DJT here, helping out an old friend with his June President's Message.
As you know, he is a member of MAGA (Make Applewood Great Again). He offered mesome factual notes, but I said, "facts aren’t necessary". If someone questions you, justsay it's "fake news" or a "hoax" and move on.
I have heard some very good things about your Probus group this year. I understand thatattendance at monthly meetings is way up! In fact, numbers like this have never beenseen before in the history of Probus. The Management Committee has been workinghard, adding new activities like pickleball and events such as the trip to UTIAS and theupcoming Niagara Wine Tasting trip. No surprise, as the MC only accepts only the "bestand the brightest" to join. They are doing a phenomenal job—so much winning. Nobody has ever done what this committee has done.
The survey is a terrific idea, as it can tell you a lot about your members and their interests. Personally, I don’t understand wanting to know what people think once you are in power. Why would you ever want them to vote? Besides, I have never believed in polls, unless they are in your favour. All of these people must be very stable geniuses, as membership is going through the roof. Looks like you will have to close the border soon.
However, I understand that Dayle does not get to keep the fees. I think that is "very unfair". Dayle and I have a lot in common. Neither of us has taken a salary, and we are so dedicated to the work that we have no time for golf.
So, I say to Governor Acorn, keep up the good work and Make Applewood Great Again. Thank you for your attention in this matter.
Signed, DJT
PS: while satirical, the appreciation of the work of the MC and the membership committee are real.
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