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The year started very nicely with our regular water aerobic
classes and a continuation of the "battle of the bulge". Enjoyed
performances at theater and opera--"The Magic Flute" was delightful and
"Faust" was awesome. |
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 Pat
always keeps involved in our community (serves on many local committees)
and, in Feb., was elected Treasurer of the San Diego Democratic Club--lots
of work. She enjoys the friendships of the "movers and shakers" (as
I call them) and really takes her civic duties seriously. |
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 March
took us to Hawaii for ten days at the Silverman's Bed and Breakfast--what
a spectacular view. We visited Martha and Joyce
again and went to a gallery showing of a young Chinese girl--amazingly
talented. April--our annual stay at the Crystal Pier. |
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 May
brought Sandy's long-awaited trip to Corning, New York for the Paperweight
Collectors Assoc. Convention. We flew into Binghamton where we reunited
with friends from our trip to Sweden. Esther opened her home to us,
arranged for the luncheon reunion and gave us an "up close and personal"
tour of the local Zoo where she serves as a docent. After a delightful
visit, we headed west to Corning. |
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The Corning Museum was fantastic--especially the scientific
section that showed the uses of glass throughout history-- really interesting.
However, we also had demonstrations by some of the very best glass artist
in the country. Our banquet dinner was highlighted by chamber music
and the teacher/master torch worker, Paul Stankard (center picture). If
you've never seen his work--check it out--WOW! |
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 On
to Osterville, Mass. where we stayed for a wonderful week with Nancy and
Don. Breathtaking views, great conversation,places to see and wonderful
food--another WOW!!! |
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We also took a short trip to visit Stephentown
where Pat's mother spent her childhood. Then over to Scarsdale to
visit the Meehans. Pat and Tish always enjoy reminiscing about their
childhood. |
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 June
brought a too-short stay from Pat's cousin Myrtle and a whirlwind tour
of San Diego. Then Sandy's cousin Mavis arrived from Australia. She
stayed long enough to travel a bit: San Francisco, Solvang, Universal
Studios, Disneyland and the usual/terrific San Diego "sites and sounds". |
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 We
really had a wonderful visit that was to end on 9-13. Luckily, "her plane"
had landed at LAX on 9-11 so the plane and crew were here which
enabled her to leave on the 14th. But it still was a very nerve-wracking
time for us all. |
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We have been staying pretty close to home since then.
Sandy now assists our "Loaves
of Love" ministry helping the working poor provide for their families--priorities
changed. Hope you have a wonderful new year
and...God's peace to all during this holy season. |
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Pat
always keeps involved in our community (serves on many local committees)
and, in Feb., was elected Treasurer of the San Diego Democratic Club--lots
of work. She enjoys the friendships of the "movers and shakers" (as
I call them) and really takes her civic duties seriously.
March
took us to Hawaii for ten days at the Silverman's Bed and Breakfast--what
a spectacular view. We visited Martha and Joyce
again and went to a gallery showing of a young Chinese girl--amazingly
talented. April--our annual stay at the Crystal Pier.
May
brought Sandy's long-awaited trip to Corning, New York for the Paperweight
Collectors Assoc. Convention. We flew into Binghamton where we reunited
with friends from our trip to Sweden. Esther opened her home to us,
arranged for the luncheon reunion and gave us an "up close and personal"
tour of the local Zoo where she serves as a docent. After a delightful
visit, we headed west to Corning.
On
to Osterville, Mass. where we stayed for a wonderful week with Nancy and
Don. Breathtaking views, great conversation,places to see and wonderful
food--another WOW!!! 
June
brought a too-short stay from Pat's cousin Myrtle and a whirlwind tour
of San Diego. Then Sandy's cousin Mavis arrived from Australia. She
stayed long enough to travel a bit: San Francisco, Solvang, Universal
Studios, Disneyland and the usual/terrific San Diego "sites and sounds".
We
really had a wonderful visit that was to end on 9-13. Luckily, "her plane"
had landed at LAX on 9-11 so the plane and crew were here which
enabled her to leave on the 14th. But it still was a very nerve-wracking
time for us all. 