Dear Red Hatters,

No sooner had last week's Friday broadcast gone out than the emails started to arrive. Although I said she did, Gertrude Stein did not write "A rose by any other name would smell as sweet"; William Shakespeare did – in "Romeo and Juliet". Gertrude Stein is known for a different comment involving roses: "A rose is a rose is a rose." By no means did I mind the corrections; I appreciated them..... But I, English major that I was, used to know this stuff!

So I spent a few minutes worrying about my memory. I've been doing this more and more often these days. Thank goodness, most of my friends have the same problem. As we get older, our powers of recollection, like the old gray mare, "ain't what {they} used to be". This can be disturbing, even downright irritating. Who among us has not gone into a room and then just stood there, looking around and trying to recall what we came in there for? Who hasn't blanked while trying to summon up a familiar name, a song title, or a phone number?

The experts all tell us that this is just a natural byproduct of aging, not usually a sign of something worse. So we might as well treat the situation with humor. There's a little Italian restaurant in town that sells black shirts declaring "Fuhgeddaboudit!" in big white letters. I think I'll get one. But maybe I should change it to "FuhGOTaboudit"?

In friendship,
Sue Ellen and Debra, and all of us at Hatquarters

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Two lucky members will get a chance to win a FREE full registration (a $550 value) to the 2010 Brims by the Bay International Convention in San Diego, California! The first Invite a Friend entries have already been received, don't miss out on this fabulous opportunity! For the full details, click here!

These are adorable! As a thank-you to our loyal Members, all Queens and Supporting Members who renew their membership will receive a FREE 15-month Red Hat Society Pocket Calendar with their renewal materials! It is so cute! This one-of-a-kind calendar features original artwork by Sue Ellen Cooper, quotes from Red Hatters, and is the perfect size to slip into your purse. While supplies last.

Redesigned and exclusive to the Red Hat Society, these Member Packages are perfect as a gift for a Red Hat friend or a treat for yourself!

Presenting: the all new RHS Queen's package, exclusively for Red Hat Society Queens! We believe in the Queen's right...to dress fabulously! With this exclusive red and purple boa, RHS crown pin, oversized clear stone bracelet and classy RHS everyday initial pin, you'll be the talk of the town!

Total retail value of this package is $60.00. As a Member of the RHS, you get it for only $39.99, a savings of 33%!

Our first RHS Car package, just for you! You can't find this package anywhere else. Looking to show off your Red Hat Society pride? Looking to attract new members? Want to stand out in the crowd without standing in the crowd? This is the package for you. two RHS car flags, RHS License Plate, two RHS car logo magnets and a luggage tag to help you hit the road. Your car will be so happy! All products and colors are subject to change with availability.

Total retail value of this package is $40.00 As a Supporting Member of the RHS, you get it for only $29.99, a savings of 25%

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Thank you for your support!

To order, log in to the RHS website , or call Hatquarters at 1-866-FUN-AT50 (1-866-386-2850, toll-free within U.S.) or 714-738-0001!

Special Offer!
All attendees who register for the Brims By the Bay convention between September 26-December 31, 2009, will receive a FREE logo "brim" to sport at the event—while supplies last. It's the perfect way to show off your RHS spirit around the bay! Don't let this fabulous opportunity sail away! This is a limited time offer, so register for Brims By the Bay and get ready to play!

Space is limited, sign up today!

Our Event Planner, Laura Lara, has been expecting her first child, and was preparing to go on maternity leave. She worked at the office until 5:30 Monday night, and planned to stop by the office for a few hours the next day. But she was in for a surprise: on Tuesday, November 3rd, Abbey Victoria made her first appearance! She weighed eight pounds, eight ounces, and both mother and daughter are doing well. Congratulations, Laura!

Lady Bug Debra Granich and Sally Field—who spoke at our Las Vegas event last January—were invited to appear on the popular TV show, The Doctors! Health and fitness are major concerns for women of all ages, and all Hatters know that healthy Hatters have more fun! Tune in to the show on Monday: find your local showtimes here!

To find out more about the show on or after November 9th, go to http://thedoctorstv.com/main/this_weeks_shows

The Red Hat Society exhibit at AARP's annual "Vegas @ 50+" Convention was a popular attraction at the Sands Expo, with many Red Hatters stopping by to say hello. Members who dressed in colors and brought a friend to sign up even received free gifts. And special thanks to local Las Vegas queens that volunteered as ambassadors to help staff our booth! Actor Martin Landau of "Mission Impossible" visited us as did The Alley Cats, a doo-wop group performing at a nearby stage that sang a song for us at our booth. Celebrity speakers ranged from Magic Johnson to Maya Angelou, with evening concerts by Gloria Estefan, Tito Puente Jr, and Kool & The Gang. Our Purple Princess of PR Bella Lagmay-Funk was captured on video when the artists shook her hand from the stage and she and CEO Lady Bug Debra Granich were featured on AARP's video dancing front and center! What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, right? Click here to see the photo gallery!

A GRAND welcome!

"Becoming a grandparent has transformed my life beyond measure. So, from the beginning, we at GRAND Media have made it our mission to provide information and inspiration to grandparents of all ages. Through GRAND Magazine and GRANDmagazine.com, we've created a world that celebrates the joys and tackles the challenges of one of life's sweetest experiences - having grandchildren.

"At GRAND Media, we know that Red Hatters are all about celebrating and going for the gusto: the perfect audience for this magazine! In honor of that Red Hat spirit, GRAND would like to give each Supporting Member a FREE subscription to GRAND - The Online Magazine as part of their membership in the RHS."

For instant access click here!

The amazing folks at Alpha Hydrox have a special offer for Hatters.

"Do you know someone living with Diabetes? In the United States, almost 25% of people over the age of 60 have diabetes. It could affect your mother, sister, friend or you. Let us introduce you to Diabetic Advanced Healing Cream from the makers of Alpha Hydrox. We're so certain you're going to love it; we want to offer you a special value. Buy one and get one at ½ price plus 10% off for RHS members. To get your additional discount, simply enter RHS in the checkout box. click here!"

We have been having such fun with The Red Hat Society Pin Collection from Willabee & Ward, an official licensee. Each of these delightful pins portrays Ruby Red Hat and friends enjoying some of their favorite activities and together they perfectly capture the Hatter spirit of Fun, Friendship, Freedom and Fulfillment. And when you're not wearing them, you can store them in a beautiful wood display case, provided absolutely free. To check out the pins, click here!

Lady Gail at the Teahouse Times has a special message for Hatters!

"Every two months, I will post something fun and interesting about tea or afternoon tea here on the Friday Broadcast. And a bunch of us are sharing great tea time fun on the QMB under Hobbies/Afternoon Tea as well! One of my favorite things about tea time is a nice pot of tea along with a warm scone, jam and clotted cream - otherwise known as Cream Tea. What is Clotted Cream or Double Devon? Both Clotted Cream (55% fat) and Double Devon (48% fat) are made from cream separated from Devonshire cow's milk. Devon is a county in southwest England, famous for the thick creams they produce through their farms and dairies. Clotted cream is made by pouring milk from high-fat bred cows into shallow pans; after settling, the cream rises to the top."

Learn more: www.TheTeaHouseTimes.com