Pat Green

Hello, today it feels like spring. I want to go outside and feel the warmth of the sun on my face. If that Punxsutawney rodent is correct, it will be Spring in two more weeks. This is a time of renewal. If you haven’t paid your dues YET, do it today. Come to the next meeting and greet old friends, and make some new ones.

A month ago, a few from your Board gave a presentation about the works of our Chapter. Afterward three members from the audience joined our Chapter. They are Billie Sue Giffen, Bonnie Callahan, and Rhoda Spang. We are so happy to welcome you into our group. These ladies all live in the Winter Park area. Rhoda attended the last luncheon, and was introduced by our President.

The Chapter has great plans. We need more members to share in the accomplishments and the work of running this Chapter. If you have a neighbor who is eligible for membership, or a friend who is a Surviving Spouse bring them to the next meeting. Our Board will be happy to greet them and explain the organization. Surviving Spouses are also invited to join the MOAA Surviving Spouse Virtual Chapter. This organization has no dues and meets virtually every Third Tuesday of the month. Almost two hundred Surviving Spouses meet via zoom meeting. The next meeting is March 15 at 1 pm. The agenda in March is formal with speakers explaining the Advocacy in Action effort that will attempt to persuade Congress to adopt bills that will support military issues.

The key issues for focus are the Major Starr Act, a pay raise for our service men and women, and the Tricare Mental Health Copayment.

It’s easy to join. There are no dues. You can do it on the MOAA.org website. If you have problems with the website, I can help. My contact information is on the first page of this publication.