The Team of this years RYLARIANS who came on Sunday to pack 111 ERK,s Boxes .
We had so much fun, and the resultant pack number absolutely blew me away as, after the slow and tricky start, this group were absolutely outstanding - not only at the packing but also jumping behind the packing line to fold up clothing and de-frag items that were running low on the line. A self starting characteristic that is missing in many young people today and further proof that the RYLA programme works.
Rewarding for me at a personal level after all the years of being involved with ERKs, but also to receive the buzz that you feel with the absolute privilege of working alongside these fine young people.
WELL done RYLARIANS , and a HUGE thank you.
A special mention has to go to the small team of Rotarians who graciously gave up their Sunday to come up to 419 C Rosebank Road and undertake a special job at the beginning of the ERK packing line .
I popped up there on Saturday as the organiser and found that the line was well set up and a credit to the setup team. However, the first process where the Buckets, Tarps etc were prepared prior to the beginning of the production line had a problem. The Tarps were not uniform in size from a folding point of view and I needed clever hands to undertake the work in order to accomplish a smooth flowing supply to my RYLA slaves on the main line.
ine Shove, Bernie Kay and the usual ,clever and reliable Ted Lees. This team came to my rescue at short notice and made the day possible for 111 units to be packed and we should be so grateful to them as not only did they master the tricky task of the Tarps, but also prepared and folded heaps of clothing . Special thanks guys - I definitely owe you all .