District Couple

Wayne and Joyce Brewer

                                           

Dear Friends,

We recently returned from Wing Ding XXX in Greenville, SC where we were fortunate to be in the audience for this

year’s International Couple of the Year selection. Many wonderful couples participated including our own Region H

couple, Ken & Rhonda Holmes. It was wonderful to see the enthusiasm of GWRRA members as each region’s couple

was presented. It was a festive atmosphere complete with signs, noisemakers, applause and bullhorns. We would

like to commend all the couples; they were all quite impressive as they appeared on stage for their turns, presentations,

and questions. Ken and Rita Moffitt of Region D were selected as our 2008-09 International Couple. They are a wonderful

couple, very nice and personable. We know they will do well. Make plans to support Mike and Pam Jastram next year in

Tulsa, OK when they will participate in the International Selection at Wing Ding XXXI.

This month we will again refer to the Couple of the Year manual from the national website, and look at the District, Region

and International selection process:

    ● Prior to the selection, each couple draws a number which determines the order of their presentation.

    ● Each couple does a “four-point turn” so the Judges can see pins and patches on their vests and check for neatness

       and appropriateness of attire.

    ● Each couple makes an oral presentation of no more that five minutes. Couples should show sense of humor, personality,

       and comfort level, as well as knowledge of GWRRA. Both members of the couple should participate.

    ● Each couple is asked to answer one or two questions. This will allow Judges to see how they “think on their feet.” All

       couples are asked the same questions. Remember to ANSWER THE QUESTION. Keep it to the point and look at the judges

       when you answer.

Next month we will look at what is included on the resume and District, Region and International Couple responsibilities.

We continue to enjoy our time as your District Couple and hope to see you all soon.

Wayne & Joyce Brewer

District Couple of the Year 2008