Re: MCM - Digest V1 #121

[krandall@world.std.com]

At 11:29 PM 7/28/99 -0400, Neil Frank wrote:
>>I certainly hope it was not because of what I said that you made that
>>decision. 
>
>Yes and No. When you explained how you were dissapointed that you did not
>have time to do more for the AGA, I realized that I should not feel guilty
>about resigning...  although I have hinted about doing this for the past
>6-12 months, my decision was somewhat spontaneous. I hope my contributions
>will be remembered, but it is now time to allow me to devote my free time
>to other activities and to continue to promote the AGA in other ways. I
>will be able to do some writting and may even be able to read the APD.

I don't think you should feel guilty about resigning any more than I should
about not wanting to be chair.  You've certainly done your share.  I'm
feeling much _less_ guilty now that I know Bob would like to try his hand
as chair.  NOW "all" we need is a good, reliable, competent treasurer to
take _his_ place!<g>

>As Karen mentioned, Mary McCaw of the BAS said she might be interested in
>become editor (Mary was sitting in the back seat of Karen's can, when I
>somewhat spontaneously blurted out my decision to resign..... I then turned
>around and asked her if she was interested). 

Now, I know my Suburban is elderly, but I wouldn't call it a CAN! ;-)

>I just got some good news. Mary McCaw emailed me to say that she has
>decided to become the new editor!!! I told Mary that I will finish out the
>year and work with her to ease the transition. Also, I might be willing to
>stay on in some "executive" capacity... provided that it only involves
>occasional review etc. 

As I said in another message, I'm thrilled!

>>You have been saying for some time that you were tired out.  I
>>also hope it is no surprise that I have wanted to be replaced.  I've said
>>it often enough... including at the original meeting where I was tagged "it".
>
>Actually, it was a little bit of a surprise. So, if you can't spend the
>time needed to be chair, I suggest that a new chair be found. 

I'm surprised that _you're_ surprised.  I guess I wasn't complaining loudly
enough.

>(Don't worry,
>I am not volunteering <g>). When I first suggested the idea of a management
>committee last year, I pointed out that many projects were falling thru the
>cracks without someone specifically charged with cracking the whip. We also
>need to have a planned succession for the various jobs. At this point in
>the life of the AGA, we definitely need someone to be in charge. We appear
>to be growing at a fast rate (800 members!!!)

As I mentioned to someone else recently, for good or for bad, we're growing
like Topsy!

> I am REALLY dissapointed that Universal Printers did not send you the
>proof copy as promissed. This means that the issue did not yet go out!! I
>think it may be time to get a new printer too. With Mary in Boston area, it
>may be best to find a printer up there. Bob Day is familiar with
>requirements for a printer and he should be consulted. I have already sent
>Bob a message and asked him if he would stay on and help Mary.

I hope Bob will stay as part of the team.  As far as printers are
concerned, If  Mary wants, I can check with the "Sir Speedy" near me where
I used to get the Daphnian done.  I was always very happy with their
service.  There are lots of print shops in this area, so I'm sure we could
find something.

Erik, can you add Mary to the MC mailing list?  Her E-mail is:
mccaw@mediaone.net

Thanks!

Karen