In the fabric of a Rotary year we weave many memorable stories that remind us of projects completed, meetings held, and moments shared.   As many of us know Siegel and Gale drew attention to many reasons Rotarians join the family of Rotary, yet it is the sense of fellowship and camaraderie that emerges as a primary reason Rotarians remain in Rotary. Take a moment to consider how your experience has been enriched by and with people you have met as a result of this past Rotary. Sometimes it is a stranger who self introduces when seeing your Rotary pin, sometimes it is getting to know another club member as you workside by side, or sometimes it is sitting in a District Assembly classroom learning more about the leadership role you are about to take on. Whether a casual conversation before a regular meeting, a club social that brings together family and friends, or a warm sense of welcome while connecting with a club member…. our Rotary friendships are forged and strengthened.   We are enriched our experiences and the people with whom they are shared.   It is these connections that inspire us and often motivate us to contribute time, energy, and resources to making this the world we hope it can be.