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May
2008
"Eight Bells" -Shortly after donning the purple crown
and robe at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), I watched the Kentucky
Derby whereby the only filly in the race (and one with a maritime
name) finished second and then met a tragic death. If I was at all
superstitious, I would have resigned immediately. But, to a seaman,
eight bells signal the changing of the watch…
Peter Drakos
is a gentleman and scholar and during his Presidency had the Midas
touch. (I guess that is the reason for golden wand given to me at
the AGM.) Thank you Peter for your excellent leadership, dedication
and incredible service to the CMA for the past four years. You've
done a fantastic job at the helm.
My first
presidential action involved the Golf outing. Perhaps that golden
wand works because the rain held off. Thanks to Johnny K and Lorraine
for organizing a great event where 140 golfers participated. I look
forward to golfing with you next year!
The Board
of Governors met on May 7 and we welcomed Molly McCafferty and Drew
Carlson to the Board. They make a great addition to the team and
I look forward to working with them.
Speaking
of teams, I first joined CMA as a softball player back in 1993 so
I am pleased to say that thanks to Peter's efforts and Chris Towne,
our new softball commissioner, the tradition of CMA softball continues.
Weather permitting, the teams will play ball at Trinity High School
in Stamford the week of May 19.
Our Social
Events team of Johnny K and Lorraine Parsons are busy planning the
July 17 picnic, the tennis tournament and September sailing regatta.
Check out the changes to the website for updates and more information.
In the meantime,
I pray that my racing around with the men (and women) of CMA is
not only as exciting as Eight Belles but produces a much happier
outcome for all.
Best
regards,
Beth Wilson-Jordan
CMA
President
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