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JOLLY LADIES
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FQM:
Queen Jinglin' Jolly Juneith
Royals:
Vice Queen Merry Mum of D-a-L, E of E
Queen of Everything Else (ETE)
Baroness von Baker (Duchess of Dough)
Dame Joanith (Dancing Lady)
Dame Mum von Reading
Lady Muffin
Lady Cutie Pie
Queen of the Mall
Lady Av (Mystery Lady)
Madam Gypsy Rose
Florida Princess
Duchess of Delight
Lady Lynn
Celtic Contessa
Lady Butterfly
Lady Magnolia
Princess Lil of Suffolk
Princess Green Eyes
Princess Star Feather
Interesting Stuff
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May we introduce our new Red Hat Society Mission Statement. (from EQM Sue Ellen Cooper via the Q2Q Broadcast)
Fun...to celebrate life at every age.
Friendship...to solidify and expand the bonds of sisterhood.
Freedom...to discover and explore new interests.
Fulfillment...to fully realize our personal potential.
By maintaining a thriving social community, and offering a variety of services and group experiences, the Red Hat Society encourages its members to get the most out of life."
And here is our promise to all of those who join us: "The Red Hat Society will open doors to a better tomorrow for women of all ages, adding Fun, Friendship, Freedom and Fulfillment to their lives. Each member can expect to be welcomed into our sisterhood and to be treated with dignity and respect. Together, we will extend the hand of friendship to women across the globe."
We shall wear red hats....
with big purple plumes and outrageous jewels.
We shall share each others enthusiasm for where ever life takes us next,
leaving behind the burdensome responsibilities of our youth.
We'll replace sobriety with laughter and silly behavior,
saying good-bye to hard work and hello to fun!
We shall promise to make aging something to anticipate with excitement,
not something to dread.
Going for the gusto together,
We shall be fun, playful, intelligent and sassy!
(thank you!)
I promised to type up what each of our bead/charms meant-- I copied what explanations you gave. Please let me know if there are any changes you would like me to make. Sun or Star Charm- Space.. The Final Frontier- I just love Star Trek and all things spacey, so either a sun or a star is what I brought to add to our Chapter’s bracelet. June- Queen Juneith Blue Charm with Silver Wire-
Turquoise Bead-I chose turquoise beads for the good luck they represent. Kathy L. - Duchess of Delight
Blue Bead- Mom told me to wear blue- it matched my eyes.Pat - Lady Cutie Pie Butterfly Charm-Butterflies see the beauty and joy around them.Jeanette- Lady Butterfly Green Flower Bead- A green flower bead to represent things that grow, like our friendships. Friendships, that as red & pink hatters, we nourish and cherish, so that they continue to grow and thrive.Maren- Princess Maren, Duchess of Dough Red Shiny Bead-I chose this bead because the ruby is my birthstone, & of course, red for the “Red Hatters”. Terry- Dame Mum Big Green Bead- May this green bead remind you of the Celtic Contessa and her Irish roots.Una- Celtic Contessa
Flower Charm- Flowers are a sign of spring… so when you’re alone on those wintery ‘Days’, look at your Flower and say, “Ahh, Spring’s not Far Away.” Madeline- Lady Muffin Turquoise Nugget- My favorite color. I love the sea & all natural stones and different things- thus turquoise.Avril- Lady Av Amethyst Twist Bead-To my Fellow Red Hatters, Please enjoy this Amethyst ‘Twist’ Glass Bead. The color reminds me of my June birthstone and the ‘twist’ represents my love for dancing. Joan- Dame Joanith Geometric Red Bead- Paula-Queen of ETE
When thoughts of me come to you
(and I hope that they sometimes do)
May you also think of my favorite hue,
Which is my birthstone too. Loretta- Vice Queen Merry Mum
The links are to different articles or documents of great import. Please click on them to download. If you are unable to download them, please email me and I will send a copoy off to you. Don't have my eamil address?-- There's a comments spot on the bottom of the HOME page- it'll get to me. Thanks!!!
Towards the bottom are little snippets of what we did at some of our gatherings- any comments or if you want to write on - send it off to me. Thanks!
RHS Vocabulary A short list of terms used often by Red Hatters.
Mad Tea PartyTen tips to host a successful Mad Tea Party, as told by the Mad Hatter & the March Hare.
THE Poem This is the impetus that began our Sisterhood.
How it Began Brief history of the RHS.
Ruby's Top 10 For Living Ruby RedHat's List for Life
Survival Kit A long list of what every Red Hatter might want to carry (if she drags around a suitcase)~as reminders of everything wonderful about Red Hatting.
You Might Be a Red Hatter If... Ways to tell if you are a True Red Hatter- or what to do if you want to be one!!
20 Ways to Become Wiser in The New Year This is an article about ways to help you in beginning the new year off right.
Two Red Hat Prayers Here are 2 RH Blessings for use when we get together!
Tea pot is on, the cups are waiting,
Feb.~~We just had a Lovely Teddy Bear Tea, hosted By Paula, Queen of ETE. We played games, talked and got to know each other better-- and of couse ate a great High Tea put out by our Q4TD!! Thanks fo the lovely time- we missed those unable to make it!
March our gathering was FUN!! Yup- we spent the night eating, talking and playing a really fun game- Apples to Apples! We were having so much fun that the Queen J3 forgot to bring her camera out for the picture. Let's hope she remembers it at the next one! April we gathered at Orlando's for a lovely dinner. Played Sitting Scavenger Hunt (next time you change your purse- add everything!) and the ever popular- talking, laughing and eating!! Enjoy the Survival Kits Ladies!! The Queen remembered a camera- YeeHa (although she thinks we need to work on our Photo Positioning skills a little)~ whose head is that in the back? End of April, we joined many chapters for a great show- "Big Puprle Undies" - a laugh a minute!! May we gathered at Lady Av's to exchange the beads/charms we got to represent ourselves. We then made bracelets out of them- using memory wire. it was a first for us all They came out really well and cute!! The EVER POPULAR snacking and socializing followed!
June was a busy month for some of us-- trivia, wine, craft
July we had our Second 'Annual' Minigolf Tournment. THE Queen still can't convince her Royals that the highest score wins....
August we payed tribute to the Olympics, by haveing our own Red Hat Olympic Games at THE Queen's home.
Nov.- Princess Star Feather- Opera Night
Check this site-- http://attacked911.tripod.com/ (copy & paste it to address line)
Favorite chairs anticipating,
No matter what I have to do,
My friend there's always time for you.
Age is just a number on the calendar of life which I look
forward to changing every year. Change is the essence of life
If you are Grouchy, Irritable, or Just Plain Mean,
There will be a $10.00 Charge
for Putting up with You.
Our Jan. gathering was interesting- We made Foam Red Hat Frames, which we all liked to do (if you ignored all the grumbling-but we all know that RH Ladies NEVER grumble). We also discussed a possible skit for Sept.('We are Siamese') AND of course-- We ate Dessert!! recipes posted
Gold Medals were awarded for the Following:
Olympic Ring Toss, Swimming, & Shot-Put to Vice Queen Merry Mum
Javelin Throw & Hurdles to FQM Queen Jinglin' Jolly Juneith
Slalom & Wet T-Shirt to Florida Princess
Weightlifting to Lady Muffin
Gold Participation Awards were given to all those who Made it to the Olympics!!!
Dec.- Queen J3-Milleridge Inn.
Jan 15- date change--~~~Queen J3-@ The Queen's house- craft and planning meeting
Feb 18~~ Date change!!~~Queen of ETE-Teddy Bear Tea
March 11-Dame Joanith & Dame Mum~~~Game Night.
March 10th- Deposit checks for Prime Time Tour are due to them- any questions- please call.
April 7th~~We'll celebrate the 10th anniversary on this date! DINNER at Orlando's!! ~THE Queen
April 25th- Official 10th Anniversary of the RHS!!
April 28th- 7:30PM show- 'Big Purple Undies' ~THE Queen
May 13-Chapter/Friendship Bracelet ~THE Queen @ Avril's House
June 4--Trivia Luncheon-We Won!! The Magnificent 7+3- our new friends- Ellie, Carol, Susie & Lucille (our answer carrier)-We had a Great time!!
June 7th-- Winery Trip-- Borghese Winery, Lunch @ the Deli & shopping in Cutchogue (Creative Collections)~~Queen of ETE
June 18-~VQ Merry Mum~~ Craft with Mary-recycled newspaper bags into darling wreaths
July 15-Minigolfing at Heartland Minigolf in Deer Park With dessert following~ THE Queen
Aug. 5th- Red Hat Olympic Games & Banquet-- 8 different games were played and awards won~~THE Queen with help from the Florida Princess
America Cries
Never Forget 
September 11, 2001
