President's Message

Greetings Ladies!
It’s hard to believe it’s almost March and summer is setting in, at least the temperatures feel like it is. The schools are gearing up for their breaks and the kids are getting anxious to have a break. I think we all start to feel like we need a break. The best thing to do at this point is get out and go somewhere, learn something new. It can be as simple as talking a walking tour here in Chennai to as grand as taking a trip to another country. Just remember to get some breaks in with you and your family. It’s the best thing you can to.
I hope everyone who came to the Garden Tea had a wonderful time. A heartfelt thank you goes out to my executive committee, people who helped with desserts and stalls – without you we would not have had such a smooth running event. The biggest thank you goes to Lan Minagawa for graciously hosting us at her home. She took great pains in organizing the Japanese ladies for two demonstrations, a Japanese Tea ceremony and Ikebana demonstration. Her cook even volunteered to demonstrate Nori Maki, seaweed rolled sushi, and make enough that we could all have a taste of this and a mixed sushi. I know I learned quite a bit and think if I ever get adventurous, I just might try rolling sushi myself. Only time will tell.
As our year is winding down, this is the time to think about getting involved. This is your chance to have your say in the next year’s events and meetings. Anyone is welcome to join the committees and without you, events can’t happen! So please take the time to consider volunteering and making this group yours.

Until next month…
Stephanie ThompsonPresident