Royal Palm Yacht Club, Fort Myers/Cape Coral, Florida

From The Bridge

Marvin McMahon

Commodore

Well, here it is September already --- and it’s “Swan Song” time. Where did the year go?

It’s truly been an honor (and fun) to have served as your Commodore this last year.

My goal was to keep the RPYC train on the track toward excellence and fiscal responsibility and not let it run out of steam nor get derailed. I believe we accomplished the goal.

But there’s no “I” in team. Thanks to all of “YOU” who made it all possible: the Flags, the Board, Management and especially all the Committees. Our Club’s spirit of volunteerism continues to be the fuel that fires our “train.” Only people make things happen!

We all look forward with much anticipation to what our new General Manager, Mr. “Bill” Hamric has in store for us. His leadership along with our talented staff will continue the momentum toward excellence. My special thanks to our dedicated staff – Jason, the servers; Chef Levon and his kitchen staff; our administrative staff, and of course, our traffic director, Phyllis. And again, thanks Ray for your support this year.

Don’t forget! Our Annual General Membership Meeting, Tuesday, September 12^th at 5:30PM and the Change of Watch and Fleet Review Ceremonies over the September 30th and October 1^st weekend.

Let’s have a big welcome for our new Bridge and Board Officers. I know you will all give Hal Slaughter and the Incoming Flags and Board your continued full support.

Throughout the year, my best friend and companion (and wife), Joan, has been there to keep me on course and away from shoals (most of the time). Her personal touch was reflected in the very successful Ladies’ Luncheons, “Wings of Gold” New Year’s Eve celebration, Commodore’s Christmas Eve morning “Cheer” and the Children’s Christmas and Easter parties. Thanks Joan for your enthusiasm and support.

And for the last time: “Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat them later.”