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At 9:26AM on 28 August 2008, PDG Ruben G. Henson, M.D. Philippineswrote: Dear President D.K. Lee, Greetings from Angeles City, Philippines! Your last visit here last year in District 3790 at Oxford Hotel in Clark, Pampanga has inspired your countryman, our Past President Joshua Cho, so much that he agreed to be our President of our Club again for RY 2008-2009. I am glad to share with you his enthusiasm and hard work. His goal for this year is to make all of our members Paul Harris Fellows…a tall order..., and he may just succeed! He involved the club in “THE 100 MILLION DOLLAR CHALLENGE” and as his initial project he gave each member a Can with “END POLIO NOW!” pasted around it. These cans are just reminders for the members to raise $500 on or before December. Hopefully, by early 2009, all the members of the Rotary Club of Clark Field would be able to raise $1,000 each to become Paul Harris Fellows. Pres. Joshua also organized a 100 Million Dollar Challenge Golf Tournament on October 29, 2008, a joint project of Asiana Airlines and the Rotary Club of Clark Field. Prizes to be awarded are a free trip to USA and Seoul, Korea respectively. Kudos to Pres. Joshua for making this possible. Your in Rotary service, PDG Ruben “Ben” Henson. M.D. District 3790

At 10:32AM on 26 August 2008, Lois Thompson Kastner USAwrote: Dear President Lee, Heartfelt congratualtions to you, and your wife, on your dedicated service and your compassionate challenge to all Rotarians. It is with that same goal in mind, that our members (Bonner Springs RC, B.S., KS, Dist. 5710) have embraced the challenge to "Change a child's life" with the collection of spare change to support the countless efforts and opportunities to "make dreams real" for children at home and abroad. Thank you for your vision and your leadership. With every good wish for a most incrediblly successful year, I remain committend to service above self. In Rotary friendship, Lois Thompson Kastner

At 8:37AM on 11 August 2008, Nijad K Al Atassi Kingdom Of Bahrainwrote: Dear RIP D.K.Lee Congratulation , it is a great and wonderful theme " Make Dreams Real ' for the world's children ,it is a challenge . Together we can achieve our Rotary goals . God Bless You , yours in Rotary DGE N.K.Al Atassi 2009 - 2010 District 2450

At 8:32AM on 8 August 2008, Marlene Alfred Trinidad and Tobagowrote: President DK we wish you all the best as we combine our efforts to make dreams real for the children and the future of the world. There is no greater cause. I also eagerly look forward to your philosophy of Rotary in your monthly messages. Peace

At 8:47AM on 5 August 2008, Stella Kontoyianni Greecewrote: To make children's dreams real is a great goal for all of us. Children are the future of this world, children are part of our present.

At 4:13PM on 21 July 2008, Carlos Salvio Neto Brazilwrote: Dear Mr. President D. K.. Lee , Congratulations by the theme.The children around the world need love, food ,education and peace.We rotarians must work to reach this goal.Thank you by chose: Make the Dreams Real for the world's childrem.Best regards, Salvio

At 7:30AM on 21 July 2008, Shahzadah Mudassar Nazar Pakistanwrote: Rotary has done Service Above Self since its birth and now in the leadership of Committed and Vibrant DK Lee is stepping forward to make dreams real.All rotarians from Jhang a land of ancient civilization in Pakistan are with RI and RIP to make dreams real.

At 5:37PM on 18 July 2008, Rtn.PHF Subbieramaneam. Indiawrote: Warm Rotary Greetings, This theme has come from the heart and it really made us think hard, As the President of my club Rotary Club of Tirupur, we have taken up a Project called 'VISION VIEW' by which we have started screening the eye sights of the school children in and around our town visiting the schools along with the Doctors and we are doing 4 days a week screening nearly 1,000 childrens every day and we have completed screening of 15,000 childrens and planning to conduct screening of minimum 1,00,000 childrens and the average defective students are coming to nearly 12 to 14% which is alarming and we are arranging for the free spectacles for these childrens along with the other charitable associations, our vision is to make the childrens in our area to have a good vision . Our club is making efforts to realise the dreams of each and every children.

At 3:13PM on 16 July 2008, Rtn. Alfredo M. Campos Philippineswrote: Very appropriate theme for our country....where less fortunate children need to be addressed.

At 8:35AM on 14 July 2008, Joaquin Sanchez y Castillo Mexicowrote: Dear President Lee: Best wishes from the Azcapotzalco Rotary Club, Mexico. District 4170. We started to work in a rural area of Hidalgo, to establish him concept of city health to reduce mortality of children under five. They are receiving training a group of young people to become members Rotaract. We are making our dreams come true Dr. Joaquin Sanchez y Castillo. President

At 8:35AM on 14 July 2008, Harriet Statz USAwrote: Our community's summer celebration includes a parade in which our Rotary float will feature "Make Dreams Real." We're including several small children on the float. Our visual theme is based on that for the 2009 Rose Bowl float - fairies and magic. We will distribute brochures to the onlookers about Rotary projects to help children.

At 8:45AM on 11 July 2008, Rtn. Dr. Achintya Roy Indiawrote: Congratulations.We are always with you to support. Together we will Make Dreams Real". May god bless you.

At 8:45AM on 11 July 2008, Lisa Waterman USAwrote: As the newest president of the downtown Fort Wayne, IN, USA Club, I am excited to be under your leadership. We are firmly committed to doing our part to help the children of the world. Good luck to you in your Rotary year. Truly, let's make dreams real!

At 8:45AM on 11 July 2008, Elisabeth Biers Canadawrote: It never ceases to amaze me that as humans we have made so many advances in so many areas and yet we are still struggling with World Peace and poverty. Being a part of Rotary and knowing that together we will "Make Dreams Come True" provides a ray of hope. All the best for a truly inspiring Rotary year!

At 9:03AM on 10 July 2008, Rajeeb Banerjee Indiawrote: I have been a Rotaractor during 1993-1997.I became a Rotarian last July..I love Rotary's Four Way Test , the motto Service Above Self, and They Profit Most Who Serve Best.I shall try my best to enjoy my Rotary club as I did while in Rotaract.Make Dreams Real inspires me-I shall love to work hard to Make Dreams Real.Amen.

At 8:23AM on 9 July 2008, Don Obilor Ghanawrote: I am touched by your charge to all Rotarians in the July edition of the Rotarian to make Dreams Real by giving the children the chance to grow up and have dreams of their own. As a Rotarian I will contribute my little quota to make this happen. I wish you all the best

At 8:23AM on 9 July 2008, Rtn.Dr.M.B.Patil indiawrote: sir Its just convincing and challenging one..we too join u sir for making dreams of millions of children real..

At 8:24AM on 9 July 2008, MOSHARAF HUSSAIN JAHANGIR Bangladeshwrote: Making dreams real for them is securing the future of the world,our tomorrow.Together, we can achieve this aim. Long live Rotary International!!! Mosharaf Hussain Jahangir RC of Metropolitan Sylhet RI Dist.3280,Bangladesh

At 8:23AM on 9 July 2008, Mian Shujja Ashraf Pakistanwrote: Rotarians are ready to "Make Dreams Real". Hopefully, we will bring big changes in the life of many children. Education, health and grooming shpuld be our priority.

At 1:19PM on 7 July 2008, Rtn PHF Dr Mukund Karambelkar Indiawrote: Resp.President D K Lee; Heartiest Conratulations for an asian becoming RI President. We are there with you to see MAKE DREAMS REAL.We have continuous project for malnourished children at RC of Chalisgaon Milk City, It is well appreciated by President of India Mrs Pratibhatai Patil too.

At 8:42AM on 7 July 2008, John F Last USAwrote: President Lee: We met during the Zone 27-28 meetings last year. Thank you for getting District Executive Secretaries access to the club date on the R I Web Site. Best wishes to you as you lead R I during 2008-09. John

At 8:41AM on 7 July 2008, Rtr. Mohit Bangladeshwrote: Congratulation........ Our club always suppot u . God bless u. All the best.

At 8:41AM on 7 July 2008, Rtn. Henry Cade England.wrote: Congratulations on been appointed to your high office.All the members of Lewes Castle wish you every success in your ambition to Make Dreams real. Henry Cade. President Elect.

At 8:41AM on 7 July 2008, Abiola Lawal Nigeriawrote: Best wishes as you work to 'make dreams real' because the youth do really need to have something to look forward to.

At 8:41AM on 7 July 2008, bharati.shenvi Indiawrote: Dear President D.K.Lee your leadership will assure the achievement of OUR common goals . We are proud of an Asian President for Rotary. Children are the future of tomorrow. We will asuure best help from our club. I am from the Powai club . Mumbai India

At 8:40AM on 7 July 2008, Hyla Lipson USAwrote: I met you personally at PETS in Seattle and I was enthralled with your passion at the RI Convention. I am honored to serve during your year as President of my club. I hope I can live up to your leadership examples! Thank you. Hyla

At 8:40AM on 7 July 2008, laura netzer israelwrote: make the dream real,ist the most deamnding need for all the children in the World including Palestinian and Israeli children.Amen

At 8:40AM on 7 July 2008, Shiva B. Nepali Pradhan NEPALwrote: Congratulation D K Lee! You are the RI President. Korean President is a Rotarian. UN Secretary General is Korean. This is the year of Korean and Rotarian. May be there will be strong program from Rotary and UN for the developing world. This I am saying because I have visited Korea in 1975, 1995 and in 2006 and saw the growth, should be a guideline for all developing countries of the world. Congratulation!

At 8:34AM on 7 July 2008, ilknur özer turkeywrote: Dear RI President.D.K.Lee, Wish you Happy and successful Rotary year.Karia RC will use its power to make dream be real. Best regards. ilknur özer/ Past president of Karia RC

At 8:34AM on 7 July 2008, sadik hajrizaj kosovawrote: best regards from small country with big hart

At 8:39AM on 7 July 2008, Carl Demings Canadawrote: Dear President Lee: Best wishes from the Rotary Club of Springhill, Canada. Thank you for your challenge to "Make Dreams Real" for the world's children in Rotary Year 2008-9. A truly inspiring theme.

At 8:34AM on 7 July 2008, Linda Johnson USAwrote: Welcome to the presidency! Thank you for your kind-heartedness in devoting the year to the "child". They are our future, they become our society, they are boundless in love. Our rotary club, the Greater Jamestown A.M. Rotary will be thoughtful in projects that devote time, energy, and funds to the children of tomorrow . . . have a great year!

At 2:06PM on 3 July 2008, Dirk W. Hoekendijk Netherlands (D1560)wrote: President Lee, fellow Rotarians, these simple 3 words contain a world of hope for our future, especially with regard to the current status of our environment. Let us pull together our resources and really make a difference! So, make it happen!

At 2:08PM on 3 July 2008, Larry Rodgers USAwrote: President Lee: Your theme is compelling. I have duplicated it and placed it on my desk in my office. The children of the world should be allowed to dream and not simply survive. Your theme will undoubtedly 'touch' an international 'nerve' !! God's very best to you in this year.

At 2:06PM on 3 July 2008, Rtn.PHF, R, Sundararajan Indiawrote: Dear President, We are committed to work for the community and your leadership is encouraging.

At 2:05PM on 3 July 2008, abiodun oladayo nigeriawrote: i wish to congratulate you to new year of service as the make dreams real president and all soliciting for your support in club(rotaract club of ijebu-ife) in order to make dreams real to our young ones. thanks may rotary ways help us to server in all our days.

At 8:42AM on 3 July 2008, Faheem Asghar (PHSM) Pakistanwrote: Dear President D. K. Lee, Wish you prosperous Rotary Year 2008-9. With Best Wishes to "Make Dreams Real" Faheem Asghar (PHSM) Ex-Rotaractor Rotaract Club of Lahore Sharqi Secretary to DG M. Saeed Shamsi (District 3270)

At 8:41AM on 3 July 2008, PP Dr Sooryanarayana K Indiawrote: We will all our sources in making dreams real specially in the field of children. A good theme and idea.

At 8:41AM on 3 July 2008, Joenil Kahar Indonesiawrote: The future of the World is the future of the children of our grand children. Making our dreams real is making their dreams real

At 8:41AM on 3 July 2008, PP PHF Aa,Cha.Ashoka Kumara INDIAwrote: Congrats Lee. Let all our DREAMS BECOME REAL. We shall all march forword to achive peace in the world.Let us eradicate illiteracy in the world yours aacha

At 8:41AM on 3 July 2008, Simone S Lopes USAwrote: Esteemed President Lee, I am but a humble Rotarian of now 8 years with Phoenix Rotary 100 and took it upon my personal mission to give our club a new and refreshing website look under a gret friend and past President, Richard Eisenach. Since then, I have with great honor tried to update, refresh, add and so on. What Rotary does, locally, nationally and internationally simply humbles me, yet I continue to find ways to remain a member and donate for our club and indirectly our international club. It is most comforting to have read your mission, your goals, for as so many have already expressed, if we could take better care of any nation's immesurable and irreplaceable assets, our children, then we will make a difference in the long term, towards more peaceful planet with a bit more equilibrium in our very much complexed geo-political-econmical and religious world of ours! Anyway, I thought I could share with you what I have on my very own website where I try to encourage women of all ages to make that difference, to make their dreams real..a very powerful video entitled Vison, Passion and Purpose, compliments of Sitel. Everyday I watch it to inspire me in th emost Rotarian ways of life. Finally, I would like to send you my congratulations and wish you the greatest of successes in making all of the dreams for this coming year a reality! I have added a direct link to your message and video, and will encourage our own Rotarians to visit and listen! Most Humbly yours, Simone Sequeira Lopes

At 8:42AM on 3 July 2008, Gabriel Jide Shekoni Nigeriawrote: This is a challenge. Together we will make it. We wish you all the best as you face the Challenges of this Rotary Year 2008/2009.

At 1:06PM on 2 July 2008, Agoye Olorunfemi S.D. Nigeriawrote: The children are the future of the world.They are the one to make this world a better place to live in,Making dreams real for them is securing the future of the world,our tomorrow.Together, we can achieve this aim. Long live Rotary International!!!

At 8:31AM on 2 July 2008, pip acepcion philippineswrote: We accept the challenge, and together we will Make Dreams Real for our children and our children`s children

At 8:21AM on 2 July 2008, PP Rtn Dr Diptibala patnaik Indiawrote: Appreciate the World leader Mr Lee's thrust in making the dream real for the world children.Many such children are hungry nof loveand homeless because of rejection.our love and salute to you President.

At 8:20AM on 2 July 2008, JOSE ADOLFO HERRERA Dominican republicwrote: Dear friend My best wishes in this rotary year. Together, all rotarians will make our dreams real

At 8:20AM on 2 July 2008, Shirin Rustom Ghadiali Singaporewrote: The Children of today are our future of tomorrow. Making their Dreams Real leads us to a better tomorrow.

At 8:20AM on 2 July 2008, Terry Gilbert USAwrote: President Lee: Last November you and your wife visited us in Boise, Idaho for a Polio-Plus Celebration. We were grateful for your presence. We wish you well as you face the challenges of this Rotary year. Let's "Make Dreams Real" together!

At 8:19AM on 2 July 2008, RTN. SYED AZMATULLAH RC: CHENNAI PHOENIX RD: 3230 INDIAwrote: Rotary Programs on Health, Hunger and Literacy need to be speeded and spreaded over to Make Dreams Real for World Children.

At 8:19AM on 2 July 2008, Hashim Durrani Australiawrote: A great challenge and demanding need if we get together WE CAN DO IT.

At 8:19AM on 2 July 2008, P.Moreau Trinidad&Tobagowrote: To make Dreams Real is truly a profound statement as it relates to our children. Children are our greatest asset for the future Lets take care of them

At 3:34PM on 1 July 2008, Anil Jose Indiawrote: The most demanding need of today and we together can acieve it.

At 11:56AM on 1 July 2008, K.G.Gireesan Indiawrote: Irradicate illliteracy for a brighter world.

At 11:56AM on 1 July 2008, Thomas Lazenby Canadawrote: A truly wonderful theme and a great challenge. Pax