Guest speaker Ian McDonald Topic ‘A 4-year-old boy dreamed of flying’.
Ian gave an inspiring presentation on his dream to fly. His passion started as a 4-year-old and never waived. However, work and family took up his time plus the time and expense of learning to fly. Once he retired in his 60s, he found he had the time and money. He quickly embraced his desire to fly, and it lived up to all his expectations. The joy of flying was exhilarating, and he loved every minute.
In his old profession he was involved in teaching and once up in the air decided he would like to be a flying instructor. Once training was completed, he was taking on students with great enthusiasm.
Now that he was flying more, he decided it was time to buy a plane!
His dream now became a reality and his passion for flying only increased.
He continues to fly whenever possible and still has his love of aviation.
Ian brought home to his audience that a dream does not need to stay a dream. Having passion and desire can easily realise a dream.
His presentation was both inspiring and entertaining. The joy of doing what you really want to do is very powerful. After many questions it was time to thank Ian. Ken Cross presented Ian with a gift of a Rotary club of Burnside mug. These mugs are unique and made for the club by Bennetts Pottery in Magill. A once-off that can be treasured.
Thank you for a very uplifting presentation.