Dear Kiwis,
In the last month, The Kiwi Club
was given two outstanding opportunities to reach out to active
Flight Attendants at American Airlines: The Wings Board of
Directors Appreciation Luncheon and the Flight Service Website.
Kathy Joy Minner, Past
National President/National Endeavor Coordinator and I were invited
to attend the Wings Board of Directors Appreciation Luncheon and
closing dinner in Miami. It was most rewarding to meet Wings
representatives from all ten bases in the AAL system, the devoted
and dedicated group of women and men, who are instrumental in
helping American’s flight attendants in need. It is an
understatement to say that we were impressed by their commitment,
devotion, and dedication. Their gratitude to The Kiwi Club for our
contributions to Wings was unmistakable and heartwarming.
Last week, I returned from
filming a video at American’s Headquarters, which will be shown on
the Flight Service Website. On behalf of The Kiwi Club, I invited
all active flight attendants to become members. It is our hope that
more of them will join and, in doing so, will bring their talents,
fresh ideas and enthusiasm to the club.
Convention 2010 –
is April 30th thru May 2nd in the historic city of
Philadelphia. Please check out the details for the event on this
website.
If you plan to share a room with a friend, it is recommended you
book your room early because we are limited to one hundred (100)
double rooms. Remember to send your Opportunity Drawing coupons and
checks to Sally Smidt Guiles as soon as possible, but no
later than September 4, 2009.
The current Board continues its
diligent work on our membership campaign, “Just Get One” new
member. Let’s all strive to bring in a new member and encourage any
Kiwi who has not renewed her/his membership to come back to the
“flock”. Consider contacting current and former flying partners or
roommates and talk to them about an organization that is, not only
fun, but compassionate in its recognition of other’s needs. Let’s
get behind this drive and see our membership grow. We keep using
the word “unique” when describing this organization. Think about it
– we are! Each member is important to the club and brings a unique
perspective. We would not be who we are without you.
Most of our chapters will start
taking their summer breaks in June, so enjoy your summer, have lots
of barbecues and be ready for chapter events in September!
Cordially,
Then &
Now
Ernie Schade Reis
Class 64-4
National President
thekiwiclub-aa@san.rr.com
