President’s Corner

Dear Fellow Rotarians,

It is with great sadness that I write the President’s message this week. I received news of the passing of Jimmy while I was in Davao. The news hit me hard and painful as I’m sure it also affected you terribly.

Jimmy was always there for us inspite of these difficulties that we often experience in the November years of our life. I often sat with him and exchanged stories. He hardly ever missed a meeting. He looked forward to it. Jimmy could be described in many ways. A good man, a friendly person, a dedicated Rotarian who has been generous, kind and helpful. He was a proud member of our World Famous Chorale. And he always had a ready smile for everyone and anyone. It’s hard to say goodbye to such a good person.

May I request Vice Chair Benny Laguesma to prepare a few songs of good memories for Jimmy. Let those songs accompany him to the place he was always meant to be, with our Lord in heaven.

Today, we are greatly honored with the visit of a great pillar of Philippine law and jurisprudence, a man for all seasons, a man who is looked up to by the greatest legal minds in the country. As the encyclopedia of Philippine law, we welcome him with the anxiety of wanting to listen to him and learn from him. Titong, we welcome you with great admiration. It is a great honor for the members of the Rotary Club of Manila to be able to sit down, break bread with you and listen to you.

On another matter, I request our champion and chosen singers to get ready for the great battle against our challengers, the Elks Club singers. They will have the home court advantage but Butch, Jun and company will nullify that with our organized cheering.....let us ALL be there to support our champs!!

Jackie