Sad News
Hi folks,
It comes with a heavy heart that both myself and Sam have to announce the following statement.
After advising Dave Brown then Andy, Karen and Tony. We need to let you know that Sam and I, jointly have taken the decision that we are resigning from the Committee of MCO Riders with immediate effect.
In February this year (and not for the first time) I was intent on resigning but was talked/cajoled out if it by the committee saying to give it time after my heart scare.
However, in the intervening months it’s become clearer that in both of our hearts and heads we are simply no longer engaged in the way needed to take the Group further forward; to carry on would be a disservice to you to everyone in the Group.
We are eternally proud of how we started, how it’s developed and grown, but it’s time now for far more active and engaged folk to take it further. The effect the last couple of years has had/is having on both our mental and my physical health. It’s no doubt been noticed that I haven’t been anywhere near as active nor happy this year, Sam has always been conscious that she can’t participate much at all.
Andrew Staton will be taking up the president role and I am sure you will all support him as you have done me.
For practical reasons, Sam will continue with the banking until a new Treasurer/secretary is appointed.
Our stepping down is the right decision for us both after 5 years, of which 3 have been intense in getting us properly established.
We’ve thought long and hard for several months. It’s not a snap decision and we’ve sought counsel from various folk. We will remain as members till December.
Thank you all for your ongoing support and friendship.
Love and thanks for everything
Keith & Sam xx
