Flag Day

Welcome to the Global Kalinga e-Rotary Club for the week of Sunday, June 14 through Saturday Jun 20, 2015. We are an Internet based Rotary Club based in Quezon City, Philippines with core groups of members in Southern California and elsewhere. We serve our local and nearby communities as well as projects in the Philippines,

Inspiration - "The Flag" (author unknown)

"Hello. Remember me? Some people call me Old Glory, others call me the Star Spangled Banner, but whatever they call me, I am your flag, the flag of the United States of America.Something has been bothering me, so I thought I might talk it over with you — because it is about you and me.I remember some time ago, people would line up on both side of the street to watch the parade, and naturally I was leading every one, proudly waving in the breeze.When your Daddy saw me coming, he immediately removed his hat and placed it against his left shoulder so that his hand was directly over his heart — remember?And you, I remember, were standing there, straight as a soldier. You didn't have a hat, but you were giving the right salute. Remember your little sister? Not to be outdone, she was saluting the same as you with her right hand over her heart — remember?What happened? I'm still the same old flag. Oh, I've added a few more stars since you were a boy, and a lot more blood has been shed since those parades of long ago.But now, somehow I don't feel as proud as I used to feel. When I come down the street, you just stand there with your hands in your pockets. You may give me a small glance, and then you look away. I see children running around you shouting; they don't seem to know who I am.I saw one man take his hat off, then he looked around, and when he didn't see anybody else take off his hat, he quickly put his on again.Is it a sin to be patriotic today? Have you forgotten what I stand for, and where I have been? Anzio, Guadalcanal, Korea and Vietnam!Take a look at the memorial honor rolls, and see the names of those patriotic Americans who gave their lives to keep this republic free. When you salute me, you are actually saluting them!So when you see me, please stand straight and place your hand over your heart, and I'll know that you remembered. I'll salute you by waving back!"

Rotary 4-Way Test

Of the things we think, say or do: 1. Is it the TRUTH? 2. Is it FAIR to all concerned? 3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?”

By building your team's self-esteem and encouraging them, the entire team becomes stronger.

Sing-Along Song - I've been Working on the Railroad

Take your time and sing-along to You're a Grand Old Flag (wherever you may be).

Program

Our flag is a symbol of freedom and liberty. Here is a history of the flag of the United States of America

And when we pledge Allegiance to the flag of these United States of America, no one explains the words better than Red Skelton.

From May 28 to June 12, , all Filipinos are encouraged to display the Philippine flag in all offices, agencies, and instruments of government, business establishments, schools, and private homes leading to the celebration of Independence Day. Here is a brief video describing the evolution of the Philipine Flag

Club Business

Remember our installation/fundraiser dinner on July 11. You can RSVP and/or donate the funds for the dinner by clicking on the side-bar button on the top left of any page.

Stay tune forthe highlights of our planning meeting this Sunday, June 14, 2015.