Summer TX and other Amarillo area KT'ers

OklaMoni

17 years ago

If you aren't busy on Friday, how about lunch with me, somewhere near I 40?

I will be driving to Albuquerque, and could easily hit Amarillo for lunch.

Moni

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pattico_gw
17 years ago
Moni....are you trying to break Nita record of meeting KTers....LOL

go for it.

Nita...watch your back..."S"

patti
OklaMoni
Original Author
17 years ago
Hellllooooooooooo, Summer, granlan, how about it?

Are you reading the KT messages? I also emailed you through "my page".

Moni
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summer_tx
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Good morning Moni. I heard you hollering helloooo from the kitchen. LOL Sorry, I've been busy trying to get ready to meet some friends for an early lunch today and then an afternoon of wig shopping. My dear friend was diagnosed with stage 4 adenocarcinoma lung cancer about 5 weeks ago. She's only had one chemo treatment and is already losing her hair and wanted some company in trying to pick out a wig. I don't know how much help I can be, but I'm there.

Problem is her 3 DDs and their families are due in town tomorrow and I'm helping her get prepared for her company's arrival. They all want to be here for her 2nd chemo treatment Monday.

When will you be headed back home? Maybe we can catch a bite or a cup of coffee on your return trip. Let me know.
OklaMoni
Original Author
17 years ago
Hi Summer

Home trip date has not been set yet. My daughter has a few days off, but will be back at work by Tuesday afternoon (that is her normal shift for Tuesdays).

I will drive back sometime after that, depending on how far we get on everything (baby room painting, curtains sewing, unpacking more boxes, they moved recently etc.).

I will let you know, first thing I find out.

Meanwhile, I'll just let her know, I will be in earlier than anticipated for tomorrow.

Later

Moni
country_bumpkin_al
17 years ago
Sorry to jump in here..but Summer I wanted you to know I am SO sorry about your friend. She's been added to my Prayer list! I'm so glad you can "be there" for her and I'm sure she is too!
des_arc_ya_ya
17 years ago
Yes, Summer, me, too. I know what you're going through with your friend. Give Karen a hug and a smooch for me, would you!?

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