 | Good Morning Everyone! PLEASE! DO NOT PROCEED UNTIL THE LIGHT TURNS GREEN! |
 | Packing is premature, and the weather remains a mystery, but with this group, a fun trip is a certainty! |
Turntable - 50's Classics . . .TURNTABLE
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My heart is heavy with the news that Sharon (Prickett) Meany has passed away, surrounded by the love of her family. I received word from her family today, and I'm deeply saddened by their loss.  Here is the latest information I have received regarding Sharon (Prickett) Meany. The information is coming from Joe, Sharon's son in law.
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| | Since our "trip protection" is limited to the SS Badger fare only, Ginny Meyer has volunteered a source for trip protection that might work for you. |
Ginny M.
I like to use AARP's trip protection - within the US I'm not so concerned about local access to medical facilities (i.e. which take Medicare and a supplement) but Medivac in case of problems arising that can't be treated locally. AARP's travel protection plans offer a lot of choices, are very inexpensive and don't require listing pre-existing conditions (which often result in excluding seniors, of course).
And I promise, I have not received any compensation from AARP for spreading the word on their travel insurance.:)
Turntable - 50's Classics . . .
The flip side - The Traveling Wilburys
The Club PUBlication - New rules on Social Security ID imposed
Gulliver's Travels - Cameroon Africa
Harv's Corner - What the nation is now doing on climate instead of science
TURNTABLE
http://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/turntable
FLIPSIDE
http://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/the-flipside
PICTURESQUE!
http://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/picturesque
SKIP'S CORNER
http://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/skips-corner
GULLIVER'S TRAVELS
https://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/gullivers-travels
THE CLUB PUB
https://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/the-club-pub
HARV'S CORNER
https://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/harvs-corner
 | Good Morning Everyone! |
 Trip update |  |  |
Dear Coachmen Members,
Ludington B&B Trip: Important Information Regarding Trip Protection
I've explored various trip protection options for our Ludington B&B stay. Unfortunately, securing group coverage at a reasonable cost has proven difficult. For example, one provider cited geographical limitations, and individual quotes averaged around $100 per person for the two-day trip covering only lodging. Therefore, I've decided to allow individuals to decide on trip protection. I strongly encourage everyone to consider their personal risk tolerance and explore individual trip protection options if they feel the need.
Important Note: Badger Ferry Protection:
Please remember that the Badger ferry includes protection for the round-trip cost of ferry tickets.
Turntable - 50's Classics . . .
The flip side - The Traveling Wilburys
The Club PUBlication - Trumps call to scrap CHIPS Spreads panic
Gulliver's Travels - Cameroon Africa
Harv's Corner - Time to take control of finances
TURNTABLE
http://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/turntable
FLIPSIDE
http://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/the-flipside
PICTURESQUE!
http://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/picturesque
SKIP'S CORNER
http://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/skips-corner
GULLIVER'S TRAVELS
https://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/gullivers-travels
THE CLUB PUB
https://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/the-club-pub
HARV'S CORNER
https://www.thecoachmensclubhouse.com/harvs-corner
 | The emotional range of Irish music is striking, shifting from poignant melodies to vibrant, driving rhythms. This duality, perhaps reflecting the historical experience of Ireland, finds its outlet in the convivial atmosphere of Irish pubs, where both sorrow and celebration are embraced. A brief overview of Irish history illuminates this complex emotional landscape. |
The Irish Potato Famine
also known as the Great Famine, was a period of mass starvation and disease in Ireland between 1845 and 1849. Here's a concise breakdown:
The Cause:
The primary cause was a potato blight, caused by the fungus Phytophthora infestans. This disease rapidly destroyed potato crops, which were a staple food for a significant portion of the Irish population.
Ireland's heavy reliance on a single potato variety made the population extremely vulnerable to this blight.
The Impact:
Mass starvation and widespread disease led to the deaths of approximately one million people.
Millions more emigrated from Ireland, primarily to the United States, Canada, and Britain.
This drastically reduced Ireland's population and had a profound and lasting impact on Irish society and culture.
Contributing Factors:
British policies at the time exacerbated the crisis. Land ownership was largely in the hands of British landlords, and many Irish farmers were tenant farmers.
Even during the famine, other food crops were exported from Ireland to Britain.
The British government's response to the famine was widely criticized as inadequate.
Long-Term Effects:
The famine led to significant social and political changes in Ireland, fueling resentment towards British rule.
It also led to a massive wave of Irish emigration, which had a significant impact on the demographics of countries like the United States. In essence, the Irish Potato Famine was a devastating period caused by a combination of a natural disaster and socio-political factors, with far-reaching consequences.
also known as the Great Famine, was a period of mass starvation and disease in Ireland between 1845 and 1849. Here's a concise breakdown:
The Cause:
The primary cause was a potato blight, caused by the fungus Phytophthora infestans. This disease rapidly destroyed potato crops, which were a staple food for a significant portion of the Irish population.
Ireland's heavy reliance on a single potato variety made the population extremely vulnerable to this blight.
The Impact:
Mass starvation and widespread disease led to the deaths of approximately one million people.
Millions more emigrated from Ireland, primarily to the United States, Canada, and Britain.
This drastically reduced Ireland's population and had a profound and lasting impact on Irish society and culture.
Contributing Factors:
British policies at the time exacerbated the crisis. Land ownership was largely in the hands of British landlords, and many Irish farmers were tenant farmers.
Even during the famine, other food crops were exported from Ireland to Britain.
The British government's response to the famine was widely criticized as inadequate.
Long-Term Effects:
The famine led to significant social and political changes in Ireland, fueling resentment towards British rule.
It also led to a massive wave of Irish emigration, which had a significant impact on the demographics of countries like the United States. In essence, the Irish Potato Famine was a devastating period caused by a combination of a natural disaster and socio-political factors, with far-reaching consequences.
