(Nearly) Dead Poets Society

Some of your best work Des :-)

We'll miss the lyrical larks, whimsical words and prophetic poems.

Thanks again on behalf of all the crew at Riverton AUSSI

Leavin' Riverton: A Poem by Des Seery

There’s this story goin’ ‘round that I’m near beyond it all.
The hair is grey, the muscles sag, I don’t look good at all.
And though it’s true I’m past sixty years and lookin’ every bit,
there’s part of me, deep inside, that’ll have no part of it.

The passion’s there to swim real hard and be at the head of the throng.
My stroke is better, I tumble turn, and I think I’m swimming strong.
The social life’s improving, life’s cup I’m tipping to sup.
And it’ll be some time before the time is up for this little Buttercup!

But it’s true that I am leaving the Riverton Masters Club
to begin the next phase of my life - I’ve retired, and that’s the rub.
I’m moving on to pastures new and touring in a caravan.
But I’ll still swim strong in another club that meets in Rockingham.

I will swim with different people, of that I’m guaranteed.
No doubt they are all lovely folk, the kind blokes like me need.
The kind to have a joke with, women pretty to the eye
and blokes that can swim strongly, or at least as good as I.

We’ll have our social outings and our after swimming caffs.
We’ll engage in silly banter and have ourselves some laughs.
There’ll be friendships to form and set with those from either sex
But it will not be, can not be, the same as the Leisureplex.

The Riverton mob are special, they all get along real dandy
Though a Property Manager that does his job could turn out real handy.
The Captain’s doing a ripper job getting swimmers into meets
and it won’t be long ‘til other clubs begin to feel the Riverton heat.

The Pres is a real driver who knows how to get things done.
He truly lives the motto of “friendship, fitness and fun”.
And the new VP is so much better, she’s smarter and prettier too.
No more will the Treasurer conduct club business inside the gentleman’s loo!

The Secretary is sweet and really keen and keeps everyone in the know
while the Social Director and her team tells us when and where to go
to enjoy ourselves at social dos – they’re planning for one now!
(Remember the Christmas do this year is hosted by Mr Pow).

The Social Sub-Committee, this year, comprises pretty lasses
who have volunteered their personal time to entertain the masses.
And though I mention no name here there’s one who’s a joy to see
and I’m always puzzled and amazed that she’s almost as old as me!

It’s time to go, I’ve said enough though I really could say more.
but I can hear the Pres suggesting I piss off and close the door.
I wish every member of the Riverton AUSSI all the very best
And hope Riverton AUSSI Masters remains the best club in the West.

Des Seery. 26 February 2009

Good News Week

We're in the news again!

Graeme's article was published again on page 5 in the Local Diary section of the Canning Examiner for this week beginning 20 February.

Special Barbecue Part 2

There was movement at the Leisureplex for the word had passed around that the Riverton swimmers were barbecuing again ...









Again?????

Again.

Farewell but not Goodbye: Special Barbecue for Des

A strong group of members gathered at the Leisureplex this evening for a special farewell barbecue for Des Seery. Unfortunately, Des and his wife are moving to a home in Secret Harbour which will make it difficult for Des to attend training at Riverton on a regular basis. He will attempt, wherever possible, to join the club during the week and on Saturday mornings so the club says 'farewell' but not 'goodbye'. Des has been a strong contributor to the club in his role of vice president and his fine sense of humour and strong support and encouragement of other members in the pool will not be forgotten.

Mark spoke about Des's contribution and commitment to the club and then presented Des with a card and a bottle of wine.

In the Media Spotlight

The following article is featured in the Local Diary section on page 5 of this week's 'Canning Examiner'.

Welcome Barbecue Part 2: Can Too Many Barbecues Ever Be Enough?

Some more photos from last night's first event on the 2009 Social Calendar.

Welcome Barbecue Part 1: Food, Glorious Food

A warm and balmy evening provided the perfect backdrop to the club's first social event of the year: the Welcome Barbecue. Plenty of food was on hand to complement the fine cooking provided by Lea, Damo and Paul. It's unfortunate that 9 pm comes too quickly.

Barbecues A Go Go

The Social Committee has almost finalised this year's social calendar and intends to distribute it to all members very soon.

The first event on the calendar is a 'Welcome Barbecue' to be held on Monday 9 February, at 8pm after training at the Leisureplex. Please bring either a salad or a dessert and your own drinks as well as $6 to cover the cost of meat, chicken, bread rolls, plates, barbecue hire, etc.

Newman Churchlands BACC Carnival

All right, here it is....Our first carnival of the year.

Details:

Sunday 1st March - 8.30am Warm Up. 9am Start

Events

EVENTS
1. 200 Freestyle
2. 100 Breaststroke
3. 50 Butterfly
4. 50 Freestyle
5. 50 Backstroke
6. 100 Butterfly
7. 4 X 50 Women’s Freestyle Relay
8. 4 X 50 Men’s Freestyle Relay

Entry is only $5 so HAVE A GO YA MUG !

Maximum 3 individual swims plus a relay if we get enough boys and girls !

Email event entries to me by 20th February

Well?...WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR !!!