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It was just after 2:00 am in the darkened bunker in Dong Ha, Vietnam, where the Direct Air Support Center was stationed. A whispered call...
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Ray Sanford
May 22
The Power of Connection
The power of connection is essential to improving life. We embrace our differences, recognizing that our diversity is our strength. This...
Ray Sanford
May 20
Peace through friendship
Let's reimagine a world where peace isn't merely an aspiration but a vibrant reality, woven together by the unbreakable bonds of...
Ray Sanford
May 16
The power of "Why"
My sister, Nancy Hughes, often shares the story of Irma, a young Guatemalan woman whose hands were burned shut after falling into an open...
Ray Sanford
May 14
Big Goals Magic
When I first joined Rotary, my perspective on goal-setting was, to be honest, limited. You could even call it cautious. But all that...
Ray Sanford
May 12
Strong Women
My family boasts a lineage of formidable women, particularly traced through my mother's side back to 1680s Scotland. Her grandmother was...
Ray Sanford
May 8
Two Pills. One Life
The Hidden Danger at Your Teen's Next Party At a recent gathering, Travis, a bright and promising student, made a choice that proved...
Ray Sanford
May 1
Gettysburg
In November 1863, as the small town of Gettysburg in Pennsylvania prepared to dedicate the Soldiers' National Cemetery, two speeches were...
Ray Sanford
Apr 26
Building effective clubs
Being part of a vibrant and lively club is a real joy. When building such a club, there are two schools of thought on the best way: First...
Ray Sanford
Apr 24
Selecting Leaders
Selecting leaders in Rotary is pivotal, as it's fundamentally about aligning with our core values of fellowship, integrity, and service....
Ray Sanford
Apr 20
Planning for success
Creating a strategic roadmap is crucial for Rotary clubs that aim to achieve substantial and impactful outcomes. The process involves...
Ray Sanford
Apr 19
The solutions business
Being part of Rotary isn't just about writing checks or raising funds (though those are important too), it's about rolling up our sleeves...
Ray Sanford
Apr 17
Happy Birthday, Paul
Before establishing Rotary, Paul Harris held a number of different jobs that exposed him to diverse settings and people from all walks of...
Ray Sanford
Apr 15
House to Home
As the sun rose over Tecate, Mexico, on a recent Saturday, around fifty Rotarians and volunteers, drawn from different clubs in District...
Ray Sanford
Apr 12
Selective Service
Why we're selective in inviting new members As Rotarians, we understand the profound impact that our actions can have on the communities...
Ray Sanford
Apr 10
Adventure Van Expo – May 4th
The sun will be shining brightly as the Adventure Van Expo opens to the public on May 4th. The show is held at the Rancho Mission Viejo...
Ray Sanford
Apr 10
Suing the Mouse
A business friend of mine, who once navigated the bustling corridors of the Disneyland Hotel as a manager, had the golden keys to an...
Ray Sanford
Apr 9
Amelia's Story
Amelia (a pseudonym) felt stuck in a hamster wheel of spreadsheets and stale coffee. Her job as a mid-level manager was fine, but "fine"...
Ray Sanford
Apr 6
Beyond Networking: Creating Change
For many young professionals, networking is often seen as a stepping stone to career advancement, a means to connect with others in the...
Ray Sanford
Apr 2
Sparking Youth Leadership!
The Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program, starting April 14th, ignites a passion for leadership and service among high school...
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