Rick Atkinson: Retire Right:

Ann Taylor introduced our speaker. Richard Atkinson, President of RA Retirement Advisors, is an expert in pre-retirement planning. Richard has helped people throughout North America to plan for a successful and fulfilling retirement.

As a human resources management specialist with over 35 years experience, Richard has worked as both an internal and external HR consultant in the manufacturing, oil and gas, mining, health and social services sectors.

In addition to a Master of Business Administration from York University in Toronto and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Richard holds Canadian Society of Training and Development Advanced Level Certificate of Achievement.

Richard is the author of “Don’t Just Retire – Live it, Love It!” a new in depth guide to retirement planning. Richard continued to explain that a successful retirement is about so much more than just the money! It’s spending time wisely, being physically, mentally and spiritually active. It means practicing good eating habits, being a successful time manager, continually enhancing relationships with your spouse, friends and family and living your retirement life to the fullest!

Richard explained that Retiring Right workshops are for people currently considering or planning for retirement as well as those who are recently retired. Each session is an insightful and entertaining way to learn about and prepare for a fulfilling and successful retirement.

Here are some of the topics Richard briefly explained the importance before you plan to retire:

• Creating your retirement vision

• How much money you really need

• Saving money in retirement

• Maximizing your leisure time

• Building a health & wellness strategy

• Identifying your legacy

• Enhancing relationships with your spouse

• family & friends play an important role, be with loved ones

• Spirituality

• How to deal with family challenges

• Strategies for increasing assertiveness

• The importance of journaling

• Sex & the second language of love

• Maintain your independence

• How to live & love retirement to its fullest!

As a conclusion he says cherish your vision and your dreams and think of what you are going to be remembered for.

He mentioned that he has with him the book “Don’t Just Retire – Live it, Love It!” for sale for only $24

Sydney thanked our speaker for providing us a unique perspective presentation on retirement.

Attendance

This week we had a total attendance of 25 Rotarians and one guest who is our speaker Richard Atkinson.

Announcements

Audrey announced that Club service will meet after lunch.

President Michael reminded us all that the Walkathon is this coming Sunday Sept. 27 and requested to sponsor.

President Michael announced that Case thanked the club for the flowers sent for Chris who is in the hospital and many tests are being done to find out the exact cause of her illness.

Gus announced for sponsorship for the Walkathon.

President Michael announced that Kathy Tarlton had passed away and possibly a memorial service to be held in October.

.Woods Cunningham Wheel

Our speaker Rick Atkinson spun the wheel and hit #32. It was Gerard’s lucky day, but unfortunately his spin landed on a Club #10. Sorry Gerard, there is always next time.

Sergeant-at-Arms

Jimmy paid a buck because he was happy

Gus paid happy 2 bucks to walk on Sunday for the President Walk

Bob was happy that the deal for his property is extended 2 more weeks

Chris was pleased that some people sponsored her for the Walk.

Don was disappointed and paid a buck

Chris paid another buck because one of her client made announcement on her business

Audrey was happy that we are all here.

Bruce paid a buck because he went for a walk.

Adam paid a buck because he had forgotten to mention 2 members name during the Forum last week.

Ryan was simply happy to be at Rotary.

Josie had a sad buck because she lost 5 fish.

Lina paid 2 bucks a/ next week is her birthday & b/ wonderful evening at Philippine Association Gala night where Josie was inducted as their 2010-2012 president.

Karen was happy that Joe has returned to work and her workload has diminished.

Celebrations

Compliments of Geoff Dean

Investment Tips for 2009

1. Some investment tips for 2009 for any of you with some money left. Watch for these consolidations in 2009.

2. Hale Business Systems, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Fuller Brush, and W.R. Grace Co. will merge and become: Hale, Mary, Fuller, Grace.

3. PolyGram Records, Warner Bros., and Zesta Crackers join forces and become: Poly, Warner Cracker.

4. 3M will merge with Goodyear and become: MMMGood.

5. Zippo Manufacturing, Audi Motors, Dofasco, and Dakota Mining will merge and become: ZipAudiDoDa.

6. FedEx is expected to join its competitor, UPS and become: FedUP.

7. Fairchild Electronic and Honeywell Computers will become: Fairwell Honeychild.

8. Grey Poupon and Docker Pants are expected to become: PuoponPants.

9. Knotts Berry Farm and the National Organization of Women will become: Knott NOW!

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