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We think she may be a bit of an expert on the subject. After all she is known as “The Empress of the West”. Maybe we should all take a moment to reflect on what Red Hatting is supposed to be about. Queen Bev’s (Strawberry Tarts of WA) ideas: |
We have done our life skills apprenticeship – completed the whole course, in fact – and graduated with honours! We continue to love and nurture those who love and nurture us; we know our worth; stand up for our rights; and we take no nonsense from anyone. It would be naïve, of course, to expect to ‘click’ with every single person. We’ve also reached an age when we recognise that as hard as we try with some things or people – we don’t need to hit our heads on brick walls – we can simply say ‘no’; ‘enough’s enough’; or walk away from anything or anyone unpleasant. Life is just too short to ‘sweat the small stuff’. With our high membership, from all walks of life and differing backgrounds, it’s only natural that we relate more to some than others. That’s OK. We just need to exercise tolerance, be the first to extend the hand of friendship and to apply the Golden Rule of treating everyone as we would have them treat us. Works every time!”
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It is always great to hear another’s slant on being a Red Hatter. Such is the following that was written in a newsletter by a Red Hat Queen. 
“Fun and friendship can be contagious and helps to overcome some of the hurdles of everyday activities. Members of Red Hat groups can have a high level of camaraderie, sympathy, empathy and love for those in their midst. Friendships are strengthening and healing when they come from loving and caring red-hatting friends towards one another….and it is essentially very good! Collectively we are wonderful women having survived, or in the throes of surviving, many of life’s experiences who relate to other hatters who have walked the same walk. And we can empathise, and yes, frequently laugh over our shared experiences as we have gained valuable wisdom (often from the perfect science of ‘hindsight’), and have generally developed a more acute sense of prioritising. We’re here for each other in all sorts of ways; whether it be as a shopping partner; for a chat over coffee; a listening ear; a shoulder to cry on – or the sharing of some funny or cheeky jokes and oh! …..so much more. We truly appreciate that girlfriends are ‘chicken soup for the soul’.
STATE BADGES are available from the following contacts: (Add them to your collection of Red Hat trinkets) |
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Maureen (For a Royal Lady) royallady@bigpond.com (PH: 07 5428 1113) ($12 plus postage) |
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 SA - Q Margaret: mintabearbie@esc.net.au ($6.50 each plus $2 postage) |
PH: 0449 578 823 ($8.50 plus postage) |
PO Box 55, WARNERS BAY NSW 2282 $5.00 each (incls postage for 1). Postage increases in lots. ($1 for 2-5, $2 for 6-10, $4 for 11-20)
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Koala Aussie 38mm ($7) |
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WHAT'S HAPPENING IN FUTURE?
As the Girlfriend's Giggle in Qld for 2009 is now fully booked,
here are some other opportunities to attend multi chapter events next year.
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The Red Hat Scallywags of GEELONG (VIC) extend an invitation to attend their City By The Bay “Spectacular” on 17th – 19th April 2009 Join in the fun packed weekend being held at the MECURE HOTEL, GEELONG: FRIDAY – Meet and Greet Buffet Dinner. SATURDAY - 3 Tours to choose from - Great Ocean Road / Ballarine Winery / Melbourne River Cruise with lunch at the Docklands. SATURDAY EVENING: Grand Gala Masquerade Ball SUNDAY – Pyjama Brunch Party. Registration Fee is $185.00 Further details can be found on the Special Hat'Matters page For information, Registration and Indemnity Forms email: |
"RED HATTERS BALI GETAWAY" 2009 Queen Wendy (The Red Floozie Fluffy Bunezs of Bunbury WA) would like hear from those interested in joining other Red Hat Sisters for some FUN & FRIENDSHIP in BALI - August 2009. Departs Perth Saturday 15th returning to Perth Tuesday 25th
breakfast / twin share accommodation / transfers / depart/arrival tax. Cost $1,200 - $1,500. Secure with $200 non refundable deposit) (Arrangement available to lay-buy your trip.) Contact: Wendy - thenanis@bigpond.com or Margaret - bobmarg@bigpond.net.au |
SPECIAL NOTICE
The 3rd annual Girlfriend's Giggle to be held at Sunshine Coast/Caloundra July 24th-26th 2009 is NOW CLOSED to further Registrations!! The hosting Red’n’Purple Ragers committee have been overwhelmed with over 400 Bookings.
Queen Julie has advised that a "RESERVATIONS/WAITING LIST" is available. Interested persons can contact her direct. PH: 07 5477 7035
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and WHAT'S planned for the remainder of 2008?......
The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers Grand Floral Parade will be held on Saturday 20th September at 12 noon. The local RH chapters will be entering as a walking group. Any Red Hatters who would like to come are most welcome. Ladies who would like to join in the Parade (walking distance is 2.5Klm ) will be required to carry some fresh flowers in keeping with the Floral tradition.For further information contact Queen Joan jlgriffiths@bigpond.com ( 07) 4615 5012 |
"Frolic in the Flowers 2008" - Canberra 2pm - Saturday Sept 27th 2008. Sisters with a Twist invite you to join in their annual Floriade visit. Entry is free. They will gather at the Civic Pool car park side of the walk bridge at 2pm, then proceed together into the Floriade site to share a picnic afternoon tea . The walk bridge crosses to Floriade from the "No Through" end of Allara Street. If raining, meet at the car park end of the walk bridge for alternate plans. This year it is Floriade’s 21st birthday so expect a very special display of flowers. To avoid disappointment it is important to book accommodation as early. (Some billeting may be possible.) For further information contact Queen Christine (thru this site) or Lady Joanella Winifred - 0407 264 093 / ljwredhat@yahoo.com.au |
This multi-chapter gathering is being hosted by ‘Pearly Girls of Broome’ (WA) Friday – Sunday 3rd- 5th October 2008 This will be a great fun-filled event and a good opportunity to meet other chapters and make friends with your red hat sisters.
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| Where: | Mercure Hotel, Weld Street, Broome |
| Cost for event | $120 for full program (Cancellation Fee: 50% of cost) |
| Closing date for Registrations: | was 30 August |
Please contact Di Vomiero (08) 9193 5242 for a registration form PO Box 892, Broome WA 6725. |
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(Please refer to Special Hat’Matters page for details.)
Saturday 18th October at the Mittagong RSL. NSW Queens and her assistant are invited to attend this function which commences at 10.30 am, followed by a dinner to be held at the Club. Accommodation is available at the venue. Sunday Breakfast (19th) will be held at a café in Berrima. Please contact hostess Queen Del – delldempster@ozemail.com.au for details. |
GIRLS IN THEIR PEARLS (Brisbane QLD) GALA LUNCHEON 15th November 2008 at Annabelle’s Function Centre, 281 Sandgate Road, Albion Brisbane Cost : $45 for a delicious hot lunch followed by a Scrumptious dessert. Bubbly on arrival. Live music, Multicultural Dancing, Fashion & MORE! Contact Queen Elizabeth: liz.redhatlady@gmail.com PH: (07) 3268 4148 RSVP: By 15th October |
Christmas PICNIC IN THE PARK in the Fitzroy Gardens for all Victorian chapters and any girls in town on Saturday 6th December commencing 12 midday. The response has been very positive and they are anticipating a great turn out on the day. Further details available from: |
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