AUGUST 2009
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Memories of Rhodesia - Newsletter
We have all heard the adage "Life picks up speed once you get over the hill !" If that is true then I must really be getting on in years, or my hill is getting steeper! Seems that my life has been gathering speed lately and before I know it we are in the middle of August and I haven't done a newsletter for some time! Add to that some of those Senior Moments and well ... here we are! (now what was I talking about?)
July and August are very hot and humid in my part of the world, so I have found that it is a good time to go for a joll to Africa. The only trouble is, when I got to Joburg it was literally freezing! -2C the first night. Talk about shock. But yet there is still that special something about the continent that doesn't take too long to get a hold of you. To me it is the sound of the doves cooing when the sun comes up. Music to my ears and joy to my soul. What is that little thing that got a hold of you, or if you live there, that gets a hold of you? Drop me a line and let me know please, I will then include it in our Memories Section.
Since our very first day of business we have been committed to helping out the Pensioners in need. We work with a number of top class organizations that help meet the daily needs of these dear people, who are so desperate and reliant on help. One of the organizations we have come to know is The M'Dala Trust in Cape Town. Headed by Leon Jacobs (former Maj. General I might add) they do a sterling work with the needy of their Community. We have included something about them in our Pensioners Update and we encourage you to contact Leon and see how you can help. At least buy one of the raffle tickets!
Everyone has a story to tell. Some take a book, some just a few sentences or a couple of paragraphs. Whatever the story is, there is a place for it. African History was always passed on through the story tellers, and it is no different today. I would like to encourage you to tell your story. We are only too happy to record them in our Memories Section or, if you want, help guide you to get something published. Either way, let me encourage you to get it in writing. Please, feel free to drop me a line!
Until next month
Dave Cushworth
RHODESIAN MEMORIES
Several months issues are currently available, watch as history unfolds
on a daily basis.WELCOME TO RHODESIA ....
Welcome to our Memories Section where we take a walk down Memory Lane, challenge your knowledge of Rhodesian History in our Trivia section, and generally bring you a look at what made Rhodesia - the people, the places, the events.
We are grateful to the many that have contributed to this ongoing labor of love. We would love to hear from you - nothing is too big or too small, too meaningless or too profound.
Help us keep the Memories Alive !
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PENSIONER'S UPDATE
Latest News from Africa
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 a number of organizations 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. Contact us on Skype
We at Memories of Rhodesia want to help encourage and foster this continuing sense of community - long lost friends and acquaintances being found, new ones being made, Rhodesians dealing with Rhodesians; engendering the Rhodesian spirit among black and white alike.
Now in Australia. Memories of Rhodesia now has an office in Brisbane. Please feel free to contact them. Details can be found on our Contact Page.
By popular request, we now are able to take your order over the telephone and charge your credit card. No more sending an invoice - just give us a call, place your order and bingo! Available only through our US office right now.
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Are you traveling from South Africa to either the UK or North America? We need help in bringing books and assorted items. If you would be willing to carry some for us we would love to hear from you. Thanks.
FROM MEMORIES OF RHODESIA ...
THE RHODESIAN MUSIC COLLECTION
A Limited Time Offer. A collection of the music that was Rhodesia.
Includes our regular CD's:
The Band of the BSAP, The Band of the RAR, Trooping the Colour & Songs of Rhodesia
plus several bonus CD's of Rhodesian Artists, including the voices of Clem Tholet, Des & Dawn, The Greenstones, Paddy Edwards and more.
A $100 value for only $49.95
RHODESIAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION
Now playing through your web browser
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
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Lekkerwear the online Rhodiestore
Lekkerwear accessed at either www.Lekkerwear.com or www.Rhodesiawassuper.com
$100 Free Rhodesian land Tenure map offer, only available till September 1st 2009, will not be extended. Get a free Rhodesian land tenure map..full size map made to the specs of the 1976 one in full colour, measuring 32.5 by 27.5 inches(82.55 by 69.85cm)
Look at the size of them, HUGE .
This is by far the best deal we have offered.
NOTE...you must purchase at least $150 worth of apparel (apparel only, before shipping) in order to receive this map...you also have to pay the shipping charges and cost of the mailing tube as these have to be shipped separate..
Info on www.rhodesiawassuper.com Lekkerwear, the online Rhodiestore. Rhodesian Custom apparel, dozens of emblems to select from. Rhodesian Rugby Jerseys, cds, dvds, books and more.
At the online Rhodiestore Lekkerwear at either www.lekkerwear.com or www.rhodesiawassuper.com
From South Africa ? Due to issues with the South African postal service, high vat charges and non received (stolen post) we are trying a new delivery option where orders will be combined into one shipment and sent an upgraded service to someone in Joburg who will forward on. If you are interested in a Rhodesian Rugby Jersey contact Bill on lekkerwear@shaw.ca for payment options, you can also pay in the rand via a South African account.
Searching for someone? Try out the new Rhodiechat search team, Its free. E-mail Rhodiechat@shaw.ca, your search is then submitted into a monthly newsletter and sent to over 45,000 Rhodies, Zimbos within our database. All free !
RHODIECHAT & OTHER STUFF
Rhodiechat
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This month's Rhodiechat Newsletter can be viewed at www.rhodiechat.com
Rhodie Business of the Month: Rhodesian Medal Database
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