I'm so honored and humbled to be your new district governor, because this is my chance to give back the gift of Rotary to others. 
 
It is not about the title, it's about an opportunity, to serve the members of our district, and to have you all be a part of the journey.  You are all very special people.  Your clubs are doing very amazing things thru the work that Rotary has become known for, and as your District Governor I pledge that I will give you the gift of my service and support, to assure this District does everything it can to support your clubs, the lifeblood of Rotary here and around the world.
Focus on what you're doing that is right and how you are going to continue to do what is right.  Together, we will continue to move forward.  The goal is to make your clubs even better than what they were yesterday.
 
President Elect Jennifer told the DGEs at International Assembly some very impressive & impactful things.  “There are 525,600 minutes in a year.  We all have the same amount of time, how we choose to live them is the important question.  How will you choose to use your minutes?” 
“Dream Big & Take Action!” 
 
I look forward to seeing you at club visits, Roundtables & other District events and working with you to make this a great year for your clubs and District 5810! 
 
DG Howard Templin