Meeting Decorum: Basic Rules

1. Preparation
– Be on time (or a few minutes early).
– Review the agenda beforehand so you’re ready to contribute.
– Bring any required documents or notes with you.
2. Respect & Courtesy
– Listen attentively without interrupting.
– Avoid side conversations or multitasking (checking phone, typing emails).
– Address people by name and acknowledge their points respectfully, even if you disagree.
3. Participation
– Speak clearly and concisely—don’t dominate the discussion.
– Stay on topic; save unrelated issues for later.
– Ask clarifying questions rather than making assumptions.
4. Professional Conduct
– Maintain a calm tone of voice; avoid sarcasm or hostility.
– Respect confidentiality if sensitive matters are discussed.
– Refrain from blame or personal attacks; focus on issues, not individuals.
5. Meeting Flow
– Let the chairperson or facilitator guide the order of discussion.
– Wait to be recognized before speaking in formal meetings.
– If decisions are made, respect the group consensus even if you disagree.
6. Follow-Through
– Take notes on your responsibilities.
– Honor any commitments or deadlines you agree to.
– Provide feedback politely if something about the meeting could be improved.

Lisa Allen sent some photos from Seabeck below:

Jim O’Halloran

Hanafi and Kathleen

Marston And Hadidjah

Click this link to see the Seabeck photos! https://photos.app.goo.gl/6Ln5cYmV3u5uAghM8

Dear Brothers and sisters

May God’s peace and grace always attend

There are very long-time members that are or were in the PNW that we likely have lost track of over the last several years. So, Elderberry has a large need for an Elderberry Rep. for the region.  We pray those who came before us are getting along ok. Please consider this position or just helping with information about a Subud elder that you have concerns about or lost track of.

Your Brother

David McCormack

Check out the link at the end for more information about Elderberry!  

call or email me at 317 728 6014      imdavidmccormack@gmail.com

or Rosetta Narvaez 808 – 829-8134    rosettanarvaez@icloud.com

 https://www.elderberryproject.org/

Dear Brothers and Sisters of Subud,

We never thought we’d say this, but… we have guests at our center.  Uninvited, unwelcome, and undeniably itchy guests. Yes, friends — we’ve got bed bugs.

Now before you scratch yourself just from reading that, rest assured: we’re taking immediate action. But like any good eviction process, it takes professionals, patience, and unfortunately — piles of money.

We’re calling this:
Operation Bye-Bye Bugs: A Pledge for Peaceful Sleep.

We’re humbly and humorously asking you to pledge whatever you can toward our emergency bed bug treatment fund. Whether it’s $10, $50, or whatever you’d spend on a bottle of super-strong anti-itch cream — it all helps!  Our aim is to raise $5000 so that we can apply for a Matching Grant from the Regional House Fund.

We will be asking the Region for a $5000 Matching Grant to help us towards this VERY expensive task.  The costs easily total $10,000.  They include $922.53 to make sure the Subud side does not have bugs. (Yay – Report just in – No bugs doing Latihan!)   It will cost $7,427.66 to clean the rental side of bugs.  Other costs include protective covers for beds.

Subud Greater Seattle has just enough money to cover this expense, but then we will have very little left over.  We are facing loss of rental income as well in the 2 week mitigation period.

Your donation will go toward:

• Professional bed bug extermination (because fire isn’t an option)
• Safe treatment of furniture and spaces
• Restoring sanity to staff, volunteers, and anyone who’s been sleeping with one eye open

Let’s be honest — no one wants to deal with bed bugs. But with your help, we can make sure this infestation is short-lived and never returns for a sequel.

Checks, Cash, or donate online using the “Make a Deposit” option at https://www.subudgreaterseattle.com/donate/

Thank you for your support, your laughter, and your generosity. We promise not to bug you too often. 

With itchy gratitude,

Your Committee – Sarah and Adira