We had a really nice time, but it's always over way too soon. That Carol cracks me up every time we get together. It's a good thing I don't have to sit beside her in church or we'd get in so much trouble! I was really happy to meet Joann and her DH and I apologize to her right now for forgetting it was her birthday. I'm so sorry we didn't sing "Happy Birthday" to you, Joann. But it must've been your lucky day :-) Nita's cousin, Tim isreally interesting and while the guys were talking, it turned out that Harry was a teacher at the same high school Tim attended. Harry was teaching chemistry at the time so their paths didn't cross, but it proves it really is a small world. Lunch was roasted turkey breast, potato casserole, green beans, blueberry salad and rolls. Joann brought homemade red velvet cupcakes (Harry's favorite) and I made bread pudding with whiskey sauce. We mainly just yakked the afternoon away. I had a wonderful time. It's always a good time when Nita comes. I don't know about them, but I know I'm not going to be wanting any dinner tonight. Someone will post pictures, I'm sure. I got my camera out and ready to go, but when I looked for it this morning it had suddenly disappeared. I don't know where that sucker is. I need to learn how to post pictures and was going to use today as a starting point. Sorry!

I realized it needs to be Saturday due to another planned outing . I will send out an e-mail today to all the addressed that I have. I am sure hoping it works out. We will plan on the Union Square area to gather at 1 PM. Have not contacted any restaurant yet and will see how many we have. Hope to see you all ! c

Sandy just opened her home...we didn't have to worry about a restaurant. I know she went to a lot of expense and trouble getting food ready for everyone. We all took a dish...Denny and I went to their local grocery store and bought what we wanted to fix. That way we didn't have to mess with carrying home dishes. She just opened her garage doors and set up a bunch of fans... That next day we all set in chairs in her back yard and opened our gifts....(Can't remember how that worked...we each brought a gift) I remember the one I got was from Maryanne TX and had lot of good Texas goodies in it. I would so love to do it...I have a large yard and you all could bring tents if you wanted... But I just don't think I could afford to do it now. I just thought you might like to know how Sandy handled it.It was so much fun. I've also seen pictures of some of the others and people were gathered in the kitchen (eating of course) what would a gathering be without food... If you really would like to come to this area...I would/could do some thinking about it... patti

Oh good, Robo! Party-music, LOL of course. Hope all goes well Funky. And if you decide to change the date, well... it's a Saturday, Not a vacation, right? : ) Okay, everyone, Maire has agreed to drive! ; ) I am just picturing that road trip, LOL! NHBaskets, super SMH, You can come solo too if you'd like of course! Jterri, i know the timing is a bummer but it's the only day that worked for Robo and me. Bonnie, sorry you can't make it. SueB, I can't believe that is happening so soon! OMG are you ready? Happy to put you on our "maybe list". Dedtired, Gives you 8 days to get back on our time zone, no prob! : ) PS For those who emailed me to RSVP but did not leave a post here, I need your screenname to know who you are! Thanks.