We need SIR members to make more effort at attending our lunch meetings. We have been able to renegotiate the minimum lunches we need to pay for from 65 down to 55 but we are still experiencing slightly mo   than 45 paid lunches.  We need to pay for the difference from the budget. We need to have more members attend the lunch so we can enjoy the company of all the other members.                                                                                                                                                 I observe at our meetings all the discussion occurring at the tables and that members enjoy it. These conversations can be about hobbies: such as woodworking, gardening, fishing, golfing, or model building.                                                                                                                                         I hear members’ discussing past travel experiences or future travel plans, sharing tips and recommendations with each other.                                                                                                           I hear members’ conversations about family including discussions about children, grandchildren, and family events.                                                                                                                                     I hear members’ conversations about health concerns and strategies for maintaining wellness including exercise routines, diet tips, and medical issues.                                                                       I hear members’ conversations about sports, recent games, favorite teams, and sporting events.     I hear members’ conversations about current events and social issues.                                             I hear members’ conversations about memories and nostalgia reminiscing about the past, sharing stories from their youth, or reflecting on significant life experiences.                                                       I hear member conversations about personal projects such as home renovations, DIY projects, or creative endeavors.                                                                                                                                The point of all this is to encourage members to please attend the monthly lunches and enjoy the company of all SIR members and the conversations.

Big Sir Fernando Gonzalez Branch 144