 BAM OPENS ITS DOORS TO BC
Join the Bellevue Club for a private tour of the Bellevue Arts Museum during the final days of the George Nelson exhibit. The tour will be docent-led, engaging members in a conversation about the architectural marvels of the 1940s, '50s and '60s.
It's been heralded as a philosophical look into the times with as much style as AMC's "Mad Men." Seemingly mundane office supplies—desks, chairs, storage units and even American flags—are transformed into abstract displays packed full of sensory details.
The colorful mid-century modern designs were part of an aesthetic that the late Nelson created through a modular, radical rethinking of the use of spaces. Nelson was trained as an architect, among other stints as a writer, a lecturer and a photographer, and actually invented furniture through his designs that we use today—the L-shaped desk was his work.
The exhibit on display at BAM features more than 220 objects, from clocks and films to a full-scale partial reconstruction of Nelson's work for the American National Exhibition in Moscow in 1959.
Privately explore one of the most comprehensive portraits of George Nelson on Thursday, Feb. 9. Transportation from the Bellevue Club will leave at 1:45 p.m. Registration is $10, which includes both the transportation and tour. Contact Member Events Director Kaarin Keil at kaarink@bellevueclub.com or at 425-455-3384 to reserve your spot.
 LETTERS OF LOVE
By Allyson Marrs
Pouring your heart from pen to paper has long since been replaced by text message quips. Love letters seem as ancient as the quills we imagine they were written with. But people, ahem, men, tend to forget the impact a form of emotional expression can have on a person—when done meaningfully. True love letters, special notes laced with romantic authenticity, are a lost art form.
Not every man is Shakespeare, but following a few simple guidelines should be enough to get the serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine running, untangling jumbled thoughts so as to grace your lady with a romantic gesture. Ladies, you aren't exempt either. Show your man some love! - The key to a great love letter is sincerity and personality. Why are you writing the letter? Answering this first will keep it all in perspective.
- Recall your most cherished memories with her. Perhaps it's when you met, or it's just a silly detail from a random Tuesday that still makes you smile. Either way, recounting small details reminds you both how far you've come.
- Express your love by relaying the specific attributes that your partner possesses. The more genuine and specific you are, the more impact it will have.
- One of the most important things to include is a reaffirmation of your love and commitment. This can be as basic as you like, as long as it's sincere.
If you're still struggling during the process, here are a few inspired words:
"I wake filled with thoughts of you. Your portrait and the intoxicating evening which we spent yesterday have left my senses in turmoil. Sweet, incomparable Josephine, what a strange effect you have on my heart!"
—Napoleon Bonaparte
(Paris, December 1795)
"Dearest, I wish I had the gift of making rhymes, for methinks there is poetry in my head and heart since I have been in love with you. You are a Poem. Of what sort, then? Epic? Mercy on me, no! A sonnet? No; for that is too labored and artificial. You are a sort of sweet, simple, gay, pathetic ballad, which Nature is singing, sometimes with tears, sometimes with smiles, and sometimes with intermingled smiles and tears."
—Nathaniel Hawthorne
(addressed to his wife, December 1839)
"In your letter from Madras you wrote some words very dear to me, about my having enriched your life. I cannot tell you what pleasure this gave me, because I always feel so overwhelmingly in your debt, if there can be accounts in love.
... What it has been to me to live all these years in your heart and companionship no phrases can convey."
—Winston Churchill
(addressed to his wife, January 1935)
 EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Employee: Jeff Ohlstrom
Position: Financial Manager
Worked at the BC for: 31 years
Best memory made at the Club: Emotionally, it takes my breath away. I think of all the people I've met and got to know over the years, and to be in one place 30 years! But there's a sense of pride of being involved with new projects: building the new hotel and athletic extension.
Favorite part about your job: I'm a numbers person, but I enjoy getting the story underneath the numbers—why business runs a certain way.
Favorite hobbies: I'm an avid sports fan. I have Husky football season tickets. My wife and I also enjoy boating and gospel singing.
Three words to describe you: Thoughtful, analytical and thorough
Siblings: 1 brother and 1 sister, both younger
Favorite food: New York steak (and french fries)
Favorite movie: Lord of the Rings trilogy
I would never: compromise my integrity or honesty.
I just can't live without: My wife.
An item on your bucket list: Run a half marathon.
Favorite place in the world: Our condo on Long Beach, Wash. Within 20 minutes, our stress just melts away.
Pet Lovin'
Your pet is your buddy. Your pet loves you unconditionally and selflessly, giving you companionship on your loneliest of days. Your pet provides the ultimate comfort and support, even when you weren't sure you needed it.
On a cold winter day, they snuggle up next to you. They sense your sadness and do their best to help. They even make you laugh—sometimes harder—than your best friend does. Whether your friend is a dog, cat, hamster, horse, fish or bunny, there's a special day to say thank you!
Feb. 20 is Love Your Pet Day, the official day to rub his belly a little longer, let her sleep on the couch a bit later and throw in a couple extra handfuls of food. No matter your animal(s) of choice, chances are, it's been there for you during your most stressful times. Bellevue Club members took the time to share their photos of the ones that make their homes a little warmer and a whole lot more fun.
Calling All Up and Comers
New Young Professional program launched
This year, the Bellevue Club is investing in the next generation of community leaders with a brand new membership program.
Created specifically for young professionals on the Eastside with the goal of continuing the Bellevue Club legacy, the new program allows those between the ages of 25-29 to join the Club with a special initiation deposit payment plan and reduced dues.
If you know a family member or young colleague in the office that you think would be a great addition to the Bellevue Club family, have them contact Membership Services at 688.3221 for more information on the Young Professional Program. Private facility tours are also available.
In the Cards
Membership Card Reminder
In order to protect the Bellevue Club’s private membership status, every member who enters the Club must have his or her membership card swiped by a staff member.
Although most members become familiar faces around the Club, the card scanning policy helps stop unauthorized use by nonmembers and members who have been suspended or left the Club. Also, the use of membership cards creates a more efficient entrance environment, in contrast to manually entering each member into the computer.
For those with lost or missing cards, be sure to tell the Athletic Entrance representative so they can order you a new card. We completely understand that you may occasionally forget or misplace your membership card. However, any member who refuses to comply with our card-scanning policy will be subject to disciplinary actions.
Be Our Guest:
Guest check-in procedures
Guests are always welcome at the Bellevue Club. We encourage members to bring a guest for the day to enjoy use of the facility. All guests that are brought to the Club shall abide by the Rules and Regulations of the Bellevue Club. This includes checking in. To ensure that guests are eligible to use the facility, we ask that all members abide by the following rules:
• The same guest may visit the Bellevue Club once per month, but not to exceed two visits within a six-month period. The Bellevue Club does offer multi-day and weekly passes through Membership Services.
• The sponsoring member must be present with the guest upon check-in. The only exception is with special passes or arrangements made in advance through Membership Services.
• All guests must fill out a Guest Registration Form, which is to be signed by both the member and guest.
• All guests are subject to pay a guest fee upon check-in. The fee is $16 for an adult and $8 for a junior.
All the News that's Fit to Blog
Bellevue Club launches blog and Twitter
There’s officially a new blog on the block. The Bellevue Club recently launched a new media outlet with all the latest information and member news on the Eastside at www.bellevueclub.com/blog.
Created as a place for members to stay connected to the Bellevue Club community, the new blog is focused on posting timely stories and announcements about member and Club happenings. Along with member news, also look for fitness tips, recipes, social events and class updates.
If you or somebody you know is hosting a charity event or you recently won an award, the Bellevue Club Blog wants to hear about it. Send all interesting news items and tidbits to reflections@bellevueclub.com.
In addition to a shiny new blog, the Bellevue Club is also on Twitter. Follow the Club at www.twitter.com/BellevueClub to get last-minute class openings or cancellations, parking alerts, special offers and weather-related announcements, as well as information about community events in Bellevue.
Nominate a Member for a Profile
Do you know any members who have special talents or athletic abilities, unique hobbies, far-flung travels or interesting careers, volunteer or charity work? We are looking for members to feature for profiles in future issues of REFLECTIONS, and we’d love to hear from you. Call 688-3162 or e-mail reflections@bellevueclub.com with your nomination.
Sign Up for E-Mail Alerts
Bellevue Club members can now sign up to receive e-mail alerts about the latest fitness classes, social events, construction updates, restaurant specials and more. Visit https://members.bellevueclub.com and click on “Subscribe to E-mail Alerts.” From this screen you can sign up to receive specific e-mail alerts about various departments at the Club. Tailor individual alerts to exactly what you want to know about at the Club, from last-minute tennis court openings to promotions at the Spa. Receive only the information you requested, and unsubscribe or change alerts at any time. If you have questions about
e-mail alerts, contact the web coordinator at 688-3293 or e-mail webcoordinator@bellevueclub.com.
See What’s Happening ‘This Week’
Stay up to date on the latest construction news, classes and happenings at the Bellevue Club with the new “This Week at the Club” page at www.bellevueclub.com/thisweek. The link will provide information about special events, current specials, promotions and sales around the club, upcoming events, construction updates, parking alerts, membership information and more.
Use Automatic Deduction to Pay your Club Bill
The Club accepts automatic deductions from your checking or savings account as a convenient, dependable and safe way to make your monthly Club payment.
To sign up for our automatic deduction program, pick up an Authorization Agreement form at Membership Services and return it with a voided check or preprinted savings withdrawal slip.
Once you drop off the completed form, we’ll withdraw your payment directly from your checking or savings account. Automatic deduction payments are made on the 15th of the month and will be reflected on your bank statement. We will continue to send you a monthly Club statement of activity for your review. For more information, please call Membership Services at 688-3221.
Parking Lot Theft Alert
There have been a number of automobile break-ins at the Club due to valuables being left unattended in cars. To reduce the possibility of this happening to you, please never leave valuables—or for that matter, anything—in your car. Do not hide items in your car, either. We have extended security’s presence in the parking lot as well as having the Bellevue Police provide random surveillance throughout the day and evening.
If you observe any unusual activity, please report it to the Athletic Desk immediately.
Locker Room Reminder
Please note that all members under 16 years of age are required to use the Family/Children’s locker rooms. Opposite sex children under 6 years of age are permitted in the boys or girls locker rooms when accompanied by an adult. Please be aware that adults do use these locker rooms. If you are uncomfortable for any reason please contact the Athletic Desk and we will arrange for a staff person to assist your child.
Club Employment Not Available for Members
Please remember that the Bellevue Club does not employ Club members, including Junior and Intermediate classifications. We appreciate your understanding and hope you will continue to enjoy all the activities available at the Club.
Child Care and Kids’ Camp Sick Policy
Please do not bring your sick child to the Child Care Center or Kids’ Camp. This includes a child with a cold, runny nose, cough or fever. We ask that you respect this rule for the protection of other children and our staff.
Reminder for Parents Regarding Junior Members
Summers are a busy time and we have many youngsters in the Club every day taking classes and camps. Please remind your children of the following junior member rules to make time in the Club more pleasant for everyone.
• Junior members shall use the
Athletic Entrance upon entering and exiting the Club except when accompanied by a parent for dining purposes or when attending a social function.
• Junior members under 12 years of age shall be accompanied by a parent while in the Club unless participating in a supervised class/activity or open swim.
• Junior members 12 years of age and older are allowed to bring a guest without having their parents present. A membership card or identification must be presented at the Athletic Entrance.
• Junior members 16 years of age and older may use the adult locker rooms. All other junior members shall use the children’s locker rooms.
• Junior members are not permitted in Polaris restaurant, Cosmos, the ballroom or conference rooms, or hotel guest areas unless accompanied by a parent or while attending a supervised class/activity.
• The Junior Activity Lounge is
provided for junior members. No rowdiness or foul language is allowed.
• Junior members shall use the
Athletic Entrance upon entering and exiting the Club except when accompanied by a parent for dining purposes or when attending a social function.
• Junior members under 12 years of age shall be accompanied by a parent while in the Club unless participating in a supervised class/activity or open swim.
• Junior members 12 years of age and older are allowed to bring a guest without having their parents present. A membership card or identification must be presented at the Athletic Entrance.
• Junior members 16 years of age and older may use the adult locker rooms. All other junior members shall use the children’s locker rooms.
• Junior members are not permitted in Polaris restaurant, Cosmos, the ballroom or conference rooms, or hotel guest areas unless accompanied by a parent or while attending a supervised class/activity.
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