Its noon on the 19th of November and I’m walking around in a haze of lack of sleep. Who knew that I would have been standing in line lately to see the midnight viewings of any movie? Heck I don’t even really stand in line for concerts much less a movie. But over the last couple of years I’ve seen a few movies at 12:01 just to say that I did. Last night was no exception. I saw Harry Potter Deathly Hallows Pt. 1 at 12:01 at the Hayward Cinemas with my friend Galyn, her partner Doris, Laura and Cassidy.
We started our evening out at Buffalo Bills across the street, which I’m glad we did as I have never been there before (and it’s been there for as long as I could remember) and we dinner and drinks. The Pear Cider and the Portabella Sandwich was awesome as was the company. We headed over to the cinema around 8ish and began the agonizing wait in line. I’m really too old for this stuff.lol There were people of all ages and I loved that some of them actually came dressed the part. We saw many scarves, wands, books, people dressed up in Azkaban shirts and so on. I thought Twi-Hards were intense…Potterheads are just as bad.
We finally got into the theater around 10pm and it was great to have the opportunity to get comfy. Problem with that is that too comfy makes you want to sleep. Lol So that’s what I did..I napped slightly while we waited for the previews to start and really honestly till the movie started and then I was wide awake.:-)
From the first scene to the very last scene the movie kept me interested, engrossed and waiting for the next new adventure. It was great to see so many of the characters from past movies and sad to say good bye to a few. Someone had mentioned that it seemed like a long camping trip for Potter and gang and while yeah I can see that I found the movie to follow the book pretty good with just a few extra things.
With some laughter, some intense moments, some tears I found the first installment of Deathly Hallows leaving me with wanting more. I think I yelled no at the last scene because as much as I hate to see this series end, I really wanted the movie to keep going.
I’m really glad that I got into the series before the last of the movies. It took me a while but after reading the entire series in 30 days I now know what the mystique about Harry Potter was all about and I loved it. Absolutely loved the book and love the movies. I’m looking forward to Harry Potter, Deathly Hallows Part 2 in July 2011.
If you haven’t read the series..DO IT. You won’t be disappointed.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Luso Weekend (Newark and San Jose)
Luso Weekend! (running a bit behind on this one! :-)
This weekend was truly what I would call a Luso filled weekend with quite a few Luso functions. My weekend started out at the Wine Tasting Event for the Councils of Newark, Adult 19B, Region #16 and YC #30. Once again I was escorted by my Mom and we met up with my cousin Michelle Da Silva, past 20-30’s President and currently Chair of Youth Directors, her son Logan and her father Henry. The hall was decorated in fall colors and people were already sampling the delicious wines and food. I am always impressed by this group because their Youth is always knee deep in helping, serving and getting things together for their functions. I also saw many others from different councils such as our President John Perdigao and his family, Marielia and Americo Pereira, Joe and Lenor Pio, MaryJo and Arnold Rodrigues, Mr. and Mrs. Rosa and so many more I could list. To see such support during these tough economic times is great. The food was great, YC #30 performed their 2010 program and the danced followed with Chico Avila. It was a great night had by all. Thank you Newark for putting on such a great fundraiser.
Saturday, the 6th was not only my little sister Carla’s birthday but it was also the Luso Sales Agent meeting. We spent the day working on ways to make our society stronger and really show people that we have products that can benefit not only adults but our children as well. We are currently offering 6% on Single Premium Annuities (min 10,000 deposit) for the first year and we also have a great Educational Savings Account that is great for your children and grand children. Current interest rate is 4% and can be used not only for College but for Private Schools until the child is 30!!! So act now and start saving for your child’s future.
Sunday, the 7th we headed out to our last visit of 2010, San Jose 47-B, Region #1 and YC #2 of San Jose. It wasn’t the prettiest day of the year, but the turn out at the visit was fabulous. Everyone battled the rain and gloom to surround themselves with their Luso Friends. I headed down alone this time and met up with Brienne and her boyfriend Randy and we found a quiet spot for us to sit back and enjoy the afternoon. We were later joined by Anna Bettencourt, Judy Allen Dias, Judy Teixeira, Americo and Marielia Pereira, Jason, Cynthia and Madison Weekly and of course Lenor Pio (Anthony’s mom). Of course also there was President John Perdigao and family, 20-30s President Anthony Pio, Youth President Matthew Teixeira and Queen Nicole Bettencourt.
I continue to be amazed at the amount of friendships that are created by the Luso visits. You truly don’t realize how many people you have met, how long you have known them and how much of a good time you have until you see each other again. Many of us only see each other at Convention, visits or some random festa that we just happened to be at. But as I continue my journey in Luso (god help me 28 years and counting) I realize that I have been doing this same thing, year after year, visit after visit and seeing some truly amazing people. We grow up, we watch each other get married, have children, watch their children grow up and follow in the footsteps of our parents, grandparents and so on. How amazing is it to look up at a head table where the 20-30’s President‘s Father was a 20-30’s President in the 90s, the Youth Presidents older Brother was just Youth President a few years ago, our MC’s were non other then Joseph Vieira and his youngest son Ethan and Josephs older son was sitting at the head table as a youth officer. To me this is what Luso is about; it’s about traditions, our culture and continuing what our fore fathers have done before us. I commend 47B for making sure their Youth and 20-30’s were very much a part of their special day.
To Region #1 of San Jose, Congratulations on reactivating! I look forward to seeing you all again throughout the year and can’t wait to see you accept your first Rim Award and maybe getting someone in the 20-30’s State Line. I think you all have an amazing opportunity to build your region and really continue to build the bridge between the Adults and the Youth. I see a lot of potential here and I can’t wait to see you all flourish! If there is ever anything you need please don’t hesitate to contact me. I love watching new councils be reborn and created.
Thank you Adult 47B, Region #1 and YC #2 for a wonderful afternoon, delicious food and wonderful memories. I enjoyed spending the afternoon with old friends and making new friends. I look forward to continuing to build all the friendships and to see you all throughout the year.
Next road trip…Visalia for the Luso Christmas Party…See you all there!
This weekend was truly what I would call a Luso filled weekend with quite a few Luso functions. My weekend started out at the Wine Tasting Event for the Councils of Newark, Adult 19B, Region #16 and YC #30. Once again I was escorted by my Mom and we met up with my cousin Michelle Da Silva, past 20-30’s President and currently Chair of Youth Directors, her son Logan and her father Henry. The hall was decorated in fall colors and people were already sampling the delicious wines and food. I am always impressed by this group because their Youth is always knee deep in helping, serving and getting things together for their functions. I also saw many others from different councils such as our President John Perdigao and his family, Marielia and Americo Pereira, Joe and Lenor Pio, MaryJo and Arnold Rodrigues, Mr. and Mrs. Rosa and so many more I could list. To see such support during these tough economic times is great. The food was great, YC #30 performed their 2010 program and the danced followed with Chico Avila. It was a great night had by all. Thank you Newark for putting on such a great fundraiser.
Saturday, the 6th was not only my little sister Carla’s birthday but it was also the Luso Sales Agent meeting. We spent the day working on ways to make our society stronger and really show people that we have products that can benefit not only adults but our children as well. We are currently offering 6% on Single Premium Annuities (min 10,000 deposit) for the first year and we also have a great Educational Savings Account that is great for your children and grand children. Current interest rate is 4% and can be used not only for College but for Private Schools until the child is 30!!! So act now and start saving for your child’s future.
Sunday, the 7th we headed out to our last visit of 2010, San Jose 47-B, Region #1 and YC #2 of San Jose. It wasn’t the prettiest day of the year, but the turn out at the visit was fabulous. Everyone battled the rain and gloom to surround themselves with their Luso Friends. I headed down alone this time and met up with Brienne and her boyfriend Randy and we found a quiet spot for us to sit back and enjoy the afternoon. We were later joined by Anna Bettencourt, Judy Allen Dias, Judy Teixeira, Americo and Marielia Pereira, Jason, Cynthia and Madison Weekly and of course Lenor Pio (Anthony’s mom). Of course also there was President John Perdigao and family, 20-30s President Anthony Pio, Youth President Matthew Teixeira and Queen Nicole Bettencourt.
I continue to be amazed at the amount of friendships that are created by the Luso visits. You truly don’t realize how many people you have met, how long you have known them and how much of a good time you have until you see each other again. Many of us only see each other at Convention, visits or some random festa that we just happened to be at. But as I continue my journey in Luso (god help me 28 years and counting) I realize that I have been doing this same thing, year after year, visit after visit and seeing some truly amazing people. We grow up, we watch each other get married, have children, watch their children grow up and follow in the footsteps of our parents, grandparents and so on. How amazing is it to look up at a head table where the 20-30’s President‘s Father was a 20-30’s President in the 90s, the Youth Presidents older Brother was just Youth President a few years ago, our MC’s were non other then Joseph Vieira and his youngest son Ethan and Josephs older son was sitting at the head table as a youth officer. To me this is what Luso is about; it’s about traditions, our culture and continuing what our fore fathers have done before us. I commend 47B for making sure their Youth and 20-30’s were very much a part of their special day.
To Region #1 of San Jose, Congratulations on reactivating! I look forward to seeing you all again throughout the year and can’t wait to see you accept your first Rim Award and maybe getting someone in the 20-30’s State Line. I think you all have an amazing opportunity to build your region and really continue to build the bridge between the Adults and the Youth. I see a lot of potential here and I can’t wait to see you all flourish! If there is ever anything you need please don’t hesitate to contact me. I love watching new councils be reborn and created.
Thank you Adult 47B, Region #1 and YC #2 for a wonderful afternoon, delicious food and wonderful memories. I enjoyed spending the afternoon with old friends and making new friends. I look forward to continuing to build all the friendships and to see you all throughout the year.
Next road trip…Visalia for the Luso Christmas Party…See you all there!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Los Banos Visit
21B Los Banos – Region #15 Gustine/Los Banos – YC#18 Gustine/Los Banos
We celebrated Halloween with Adult Council 21B Los Banos, Region #15 and YC #18 on Sunday October 31st at the St. Joseph Parish Hall in Los Banos. I was joined by my Dad Carlos, LALIS Director and Assistant to the President Brienne Peixoto this afternoon. The morning to be honest started off rough as I had injured my knee in the Halloween festivities the night before at the Portuguese hall dance and was having a really rough time just being mobile. But I managed to get ready and head out to this visit with a smile and ready for more memories.
We arrived at the St. Josephs Parish just as mass was letting out. As we got there we were greeted by Arnold and MaryJo Rodrigues who had just arrived as well and walked into the hall to see some very familiar faces. The decorations were absolutely adorable. Mrs. Machado did a wonderful job with the festive center pieces made out of Cotton branches and candy!!! It was a free for all with some of the best Halloween candy. Just as expected everyone was very warm and welcoming.
It’s always good to see our Presidents and their families. We continue to create more and more memories as we all travel through the state visiting all these councils. I see you all and it brings a smile to my face and the laughter begins almost immediately. I’m having such an amazing time traveling with you guys.
My hats off to the Council of Los Banos council for a delicious lunch and Mr. Machado’s beans were as expected delicious. We had kept hearing how we all had to try them and they were correct, they were delicious! Congrats to YC#18 of Gustine for their 3rd place Trophy at the convention this year. You guys did an amazing job and thank you for performing for us again at the visit. It’s always wonderful to see so many youth participate in the Visit and throughout the year.
Thank you again to Los Banos for their fabulous luncheon, good times and wonderful memories. I look forward to seeing you over the next few years as I continue to my journey.
See you all at the Wine Tasting for Newark Council 19B and the San Jose Visit!
We celebrated Halloween with Adult Council 21B Los Banos, Region #15 and YC #18 on Sunday October 31st at the St. Joseph Parish Hall in Los Banos. I was joined by my Dad Carlos, LALIS Director and Assistant to the President Brienne Peixoto this afternoon. The morning to be honest started off rough as I had injured my knee in the Halloween festivities the night before at the Portuguese hall dance and was having a really rough time just being mobile. But I managed to get ready and head out to this visit with a smile and ready for more memories.
We arrived at the St. Josephs Parish just as mass was letting out. As we got there we were greeted by Arnold and MaryJo Rodrigues who had just arrived as well and walked into the hall to see some very familiar faces. The decorations were absolutely adorable. Mrs. Machado did a wonderful job with the festive center pieces made out of Cotton branches and candy!!! It was a free for all with some of the best Halloween candy. Just as expected everyone was very warm and welcoming.
It’s always good to see our Presidents and their families. We continue to create more and more memories as we all travel through the state visiting all these councils. I see you all and it brings a smile to my face and the laughter begins almost immediately. I’m having such an amazing time traveling with you guys.
My hats off to the Council of Los Banos council for a delicious lunch and Mr. Machado’s beans were as expected delicious. We had kept hearing how we all had to try them and they were correct, they were delicious! Congrats to YC#18 of Gustine for their 3rd place Trophy at the convention this year. You guys did an amazing job and thank you for performing for us again at the visit. It’s always wonderful to see so many youth participate in the Visit and throughout the year.
Thank you again to Los Banos for their fabulous luncheon, good times and wonderful memories. I look forward to seeing you over the next few years as I continue to my journey.
See you all at the Wine Tasting for Newark Council 19B and the San Jose Visit!
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