A poem by District Governor Jim Schmidt. Jim first shared this at Southwest PETS, then with the Interact District Council, and also this past Thursday evening with the new East Valley Rotaract Club at Rio Salado.
Together We Lead, Together We Thrive
Author: Jim Schmidt, District 5495 Governor 2025-26
What a sight, oh what a view, you are the future, shining through,
Leaders strong, with hearts so true, inspiring change in all you do.
Together now, hand in hand, transforming lives across the land,
For leadership’s not a solo stand, you’re just the leader of the band.
In Rotary's light, your journey starts, with teamwork deep within your hearts,
Challenges rise, excitement sparks, as you lean on friends and fellow parts.
Empowering others to seek the way, trusting teams, come what may,
Collaborate and seize the day, extraordinary heights, you'll sway.
Membership, a vital key, to grow our Rotary family,
Inviting all, so they can see the joy of service, camaraderie.
New ideas, fresh perspectives found, with energy and love unbound,
Reach out, share Rotary's sound, expand our family all around.
Beyond your club, a network wide, with partnerships, let dreams collide,
Sharing resources, side by side, projects growing, far and wide.
As one big family, together stand, with hearts united, hand in hand,
Our impact grows across the land, in unity, so grand.
So, lead with trust, relationships build, with those you guide, your vision filled,
Value each, with love instilled, as together, dreams fulfilled.
Remember now, you're not alone, with teams, with clubs, our bonds have grown,
This is our time, let it be known, the power of Rotary, brightly shone!
Left to Right: Kayla Mudge, Goldie Johnson-Pompay (President, East Valley Rotaract), Jim Schmidt 