President Elect Mike Oster

I look forward to serving you as the President Elect.

We will use the Magic of Lou Molitor to unlease Magic Abe to give you updates on what is going on each week.  Check them out on my facebook page.

Find out about QR codes and watch for update on links to videos or webpages.

Many natural phenomenon and tasks in nature can be compared to events and features of Exchange: gardeners ready the dirt, plant and nurture the seed or seedling, watch in delight as the plants grow and mature, harvest what is good and share with family & neighbors, receive accolades for jobs well done, and store the future needs. Exchange has new and returning programs of service (annuals and perennials) planned and carried out by new and returning members in new & existing clubs.

Just as natural elements can postpone dedications (the "I have a Dream" monument in Washington D.C.) and wreak havoc on our homes and towns (droughts, fires, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, record snowfall & straight-line winds damage), so too do we weather the challenges in recruiting new members and holding onto some of our returning ones, in building new clubs and in keeping our existing clubs vibrant.

Start your tending at home: take a few minutes every month to visit the Lincolnland and National websites to see what's new and be sure you're up to date, and read the monthly newsletters. Wear your Exchange clothing and pins with pride, and keep telling about what we do for each other, what being involved in our club does for you. show enthusiasm for your club events and get involved as best your are able. Remember to employ our former Lincolnland and National President Harold Warren's advice when you have trouble finding balance between time and opportunity in your life: "I make time for things I value." I wish you all success in living what you value.

"To grasp and hold a vision, to fix it in your senses, that is the very essence, I believe of successful leadership" - Ronald Reagan

Yours in Exchange

Mike Oster