Blood Clots/Stroke - Now Have a Fourth Indicator, the tongue

Neurologists say that if you have had stroke, no matter how small at the time, getting to a hospital within 3 hours greatly reduces the chances of any long term effects.

If someone falls or suddenly shows some other incoherent action, KNOW HOW TO RECOGNIZE A STROKE.  Traditionally, 3 tests have been used to check a persons condition.  Now there is a Fourth, the Tongue.  If you suspect someone may have had a stroke, try the following *S*T*R*T*.

S  * Ask  the individual to SMILE..

T  * Ask  the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE  (Coherently)

(i.e. “It is sunny out  today”.)

R  * Ask  the person to RAISE BOTH  ARMS

T  * New Sign of a Stroke -------- Stick out Your TONGUE

If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other, it is also an indication of a stroke.

.If  he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these  tasks, call an emergency number (911) immediately and describe the symptoms to the  dispatcher.

It might save a life.

FMCA 3rd Quarter, 2010 earnings statement

FMCA has published the national organization 3rd quarter results.  Below is a link to that document.

http://www.fmca.com/images/stories/pdf/financials/3rd_10.pdf

It shows revenue losses for the period, attendees to FMCA international in Redmond, OR, number of new members recruited during the quarter and, of course, the accounting balances.

Feel free to take a peek.

October, 2010 Dinner Highlights

Our annual October Dinner was held at Tomaso's Restaurant in Waverly, NY -  preceded by quilting, practice golf and snacks at the Plaisted's.  (Ed set up a driving range over 150 yards in his back yard). Of course, as soon as we went out to hit, it started to rain.  Like good golfers, we stayed out!
Arriving at Tomaso's were 48 folks.  Hosted by Charlie & Doris Kline, the food was great and we had 5 motor homes come to spend the night. Highlights of the evening included swearing in our officers for the next 2 years and the Sylvia Plaisted's presentation of a "Friendship Quilt" to Doris Kline made by the chapter women.
Sunday morning brought 18 folks back for breakfast in the restaurant.



Clicking on the pictures above show our Web Album

Safe travel wishes were passed around as we headed in different directions.

November 2nd, 2010 is election day

Just a reminder, November 2nd is election day.  Many folks have expressed passion about where our country is and where they would like to see it go.

  THIS IS THE CHANCE TO EXPRESS YOURSELF.

It is not the role of this blog to take political positions - albeit tempting, but there are a couple of things you might not know.

• If you haven't registered to vote, it's too late!
• In New York, voting machines have been replaced by paper ballots.  The ballot will look like you might see in the paper with spots to fill in for the candidate of choice.  So, you might want to bring your glasses.
• Where to find your local ballot before you go to the voting booth.  Local newspapers have posted them regularly.  But, if you are like us and don't get one, you can go to your COUNTY BOARD of ELECTIONS.  Each county web site is different.  The easiest way to find yours is to go to GOOGLE.COM.  Search for your by typing " board of elections".  

For example:

"monroe county board of elections" will return

 http://www.monroecounty.gov/elections-index.php

• If you want to know who the incumbents are you can go to the state site where they are listed.

http://www.elections.state.ny.us:8080/reports/rwservlet?cmdkey=nysboe_incumbnt

• If you want to know what your district is, go to:

http://nymap.elections.state.ny.us/nysboe/

Do a little research and PLEASE VOTE ! 

September Rally Highlights

The Penny Mixer September rally was a visit to the western part of the Penny Mixer territory at Elkdale Campground near Salamanca, NY.  With fall foliage at full bloom, good weather, creative wagon masters (Sandy & Harold Wollaber), a great weekend was enjoyed by 14 families.  Help for Sandy and Harold was supplied by Donna & Gene Struble and Sharon & Tom Roule.

Eldale is close to major resort areas Holiday Valley, Allegany National Park, casinos and a WW II museum. 

A golf course is within walking distance and a couple folks played.

Our Saturday Meeting was highlighted by the election of officers.  They are:
President:  Barb Kotar
Vice President:  Barb Cole
Treasurer:  Shirley Moore
Secretary:  Sylvia Plaisted
National Director:  Walt Linden
Alternate National Director:  Sharon Roule

With by law changes enacted, officers terms will now be TWO years.  Induction will be at the October dinner.

One culinary event from the weekend was "Egg McWollaber's" on Sunday morning.  The creation of Sandy Wollaber closely resembled Egg McMuffin's - only better.  

Other events - Rose McGlynn cheated and beat Tom Roule in "Pass The Ace" on Saturday night.

With plenty to do, folks left satisfied.

Below are a few pictures.

CLICKING ON A PICTURE WILL OPEN OUR "WEB ALBUM".

September Rally update

For our September rally, we will be visiting the Elkdale campground in Salamanca, NY hosted by Sandy and Harold Wollaber.  The following directions may help you to get there:
Take Exit 21 off I-86. Go Right on Parkway Drive and bear right on 417 left on 219,  left on State St.. Follow State to 353 N.
IF YOU TAKE THE ROUTE 353 EXIT, THE BRIDGE IS CLOSED AND YOU WILL HAVE TO FOLLOW DETOUR SIGNS.
Campground phone:  Tel: (716)938-6136

Those interested in golf, Elkdale Country club is walking distance from the rally.  Below are their fall rates.

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ELKDALE COUNTRY CLUB FALL SPECIAL:

Play Weekdays after 10:30 for only $31 Rate includes Green Fee and Golf Cart!


Play Weekends after 11:30 for only $41 Rate includes Green Fee and Golf Cart! Offer Good: Tuesday September 22, 2010 to Sunday October 31, 2010 excluding the dates listed below.

Call 716-945-5553 ext. 11 for reservations



2012 Winter Convention Update from FMCA

The FMCA Board of Directors have issued the following:

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TO: Members of the Governing Board, Commercial Council
The Family Motor Coaching Board of Directors met via telephone conference on Thursday, August 26, and took under consideration continuing plans for the winter convention scheduled for Fairplex, in Pomona, California, in April 2012. Discussion included the lack of attendance at our three previous International Conventions; the uncertainty of the RV industry; the current economic climate; and the availability of the venue in a time frame conducive to member attendance. They also took into consideration the actions of the Governing Board in Bowling Green and Saint Paul requesting the Executive Board look into producing one convention per year during this economic downturn. It was determined that the 2012 Winter International Convention in Pomona, California, be suspended. The Board determined that resources should be focused on making the summer 2012 convention a grand event.

Charlie Shrenkel