April 2011
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Today is Easter Sunday - the most important day on the Christian Calendar. It is the day we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus and His promise of New Life.
Here is the US, April is a time of new growth, warmer weather and a portend of the lazy days of summer ahead. As I drive around town the Dogwoods are in full bloom, as are a myriad of shrubs and trees, each bursting out with bud. The air is filled with pollen and seeds and the two cardinals (birds) by my pool are back again for another year in the Cushworth private game reserve. My cat thinks it is his private hunting preserve, but no matter how much a tries, he doesn't manage to catch much!
Though he has found where I keep my biltong though and it much easier for him to get some by sitting on my desk than trying to get it fresh out of the garden! He might be old but is is crafty!
Everyone has a story to tell and many people are writing a book. We constantly get emails from people asking if we will sell their book for them. Much as we would love to be able to do that, we often find that we cannot work something out and feel bad that we are not able to help.
Now, we have an answer.
What with iPads, Kindles, Nooks and goodness know how many other like devices there are, the world of digital publishing is upon us. We are able to help you get you book into an ePub or Kindle format and then sell it as a digital download. If you have a book written, or thinking of writing one, and would like us to market it for you as a digital book, then please just drop us an email. Technology is a wonderful thing and we might as well make it work for us all.
Please remember the Pensioners. We have updated the Pensioners page with information as to organizations you can support, as well as ones that we are involved with. Any donation is welcome, no matter who small or large, and every penny goes to their support.
Until next time
Thanks and Happy Easter
Dave Cushworth
MONTHLY UPDATES
RHODESIAN HISTORY: A LOOK AT APRIL OVER THE YEARS
April. When the weather turned cooler, days of endless sunshine - Autumn returns to Rhodesia.
But April was a time of great and momentous events as the political power changed and new Prime Ministers were elected.
The Executive Council of 1978, Muzorewa in 1979 and finally Rhodesia ceased to exist in 1980.
PENSIONERS UPDATE
Memories of Rhodesia is committed to supporting those old-age pensioners that are economic prisoners in Zimbabwe. 10% of our revenue goes to this cause. Working with Hope Unlimited, an established Christian organization, 100% of all monies are channeled through them.
The funds are then donated to various organizations who are doing a great job caring for the aged. The reports we get back from Zimbabwe are extremely encouraging, knowing that we (and that includes you) have kept some of our dear old folk alive.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Community & Customer Services Notes
The Rhodesian Community is unique. Connected through its common experience of a beloved country and loyalties, it still demonstrates that wonderful spirit of camaraderie and support. They are some of the friendliest, warm-hearted people the world has known. The bonds forged in the communities, large and small, throughout Rhodesia, still hold strong today in this new worldwide community.
We have been seeing a trend over recent months where Rhodies find themselves in financial straits and are selling off their memories, often for a mere pittance, just to survive. We have always tried to give a fair price for anything we buy as we are only too aware of the circumstances that drive people to sell their memories. Please, if you know of someone who wants, or needs to sell their Rhodesian items, get them to contact us first. We will gladly tell them what their items are worth and will do what we can to make sure they get a fair and equitable amount. We work with a number of other dealers around the world and will make sure they do not get taken advantage of.
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FROM MEMORIES OF RHODESIA ...
RHODESIA: THE LAST OUTPOST
Together with a special DVD compilation.The history of Rhodesia up until the last day!
Limited supply, get yours now!
THE RHODESIAN AIR FORCE
A completely new encoding.Now with additional films including the 25th Anniversary and presentation of The Colours in November 1972 by President DuPont. Plus bonus material.
The story of Charlie Warren BCR and his service in the RLI.Comes with a DVD.
Check out these, and the hundreds of other items for sale at Memories of Rhodesia
RHODESIAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION
The New Rhodesian Broadcasting Corporation
Broadcasting the sights and sounds of Rhodesia via the Internet.
Listen to the music, the original radio programs, watch the TV programs - all online at the new Rhodesian Broadcasting Corporation. Check out the latest additions, plus download a number of songs and videos into iTunes.
You will need broadband to fully experience this site - access for slower connections is now available on most newsreels.
LEKKERWEAR.COM
Lekkerwear accessed at either www.Lekkerwear.com or www.Rhodesiawassuper.com
Hundreds of products including Rhodesian/Southern African apparel (yes rugby jerseys as well).We specialize in custom embroidery and have digitized most Rhodesian/Southern African emblems into stitch file that can be applied to the clothing we offer, including many Security Forces emblems.
Back in-stock Rhodesian flag patches.These patches have a heat seal backing (iron on) and/or can be sewn on hats, jackets bags etc. with a merrowed edge.
Patches are approx. 3 by 5 inches (7.62 by 12.7 cm) $20 including Worldwide shipping
Last print for Stickleader, a must-have book for those with interest in the RLI – an elite component of the Rhodesian Armed Forces. This is a print on demand title and the last run, after 3 years, will be April 30th, 2011. Copies will ship first week of May
Charlie Warren's account of his service in the Rhodesian Light Infantry (RLI). A recipient of the Bronze Cross of Rhodesia (BCR), the author is highly qualified to tell this story. You will swept into a vicarious experience of the daily life of a member of this highly effective, elite unit that was involved in most of the hottest action during the Rhodesian war.
From now till May 7th
20% off all products
In the coupon box during the online checkout add the keyword Lekker as shown and receive 20% off your order
Over a 1,000 different items from Southern Africa, including Rhodesia.
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