Carron,

That's awesome! It's generally around 40 in the morning when I ride to work. I have yet to put on the chaps but's that's probably because the shop is only 10 miles away and I don't feel like messing with the stuff. Sounds like you had a nice, fun little ride! We'll do something like that once in a while both in the DFW metroplex and out in the Texas country. There are plenty of joints around here that have bike parking.

I hate the phone! I'm on it a lot at work and avoid it once I get off work. I used to be a network design engineer at MCI and then later at Cingular Wireless. I was on the phone all the friggin' time arguing with vendors and phone companies. By the time I got home, I wouldn't talk on the phone or even answer the door. I'd let my boxer answer the door for me :-) and the person usually left immediately.

Fair warning: If a call comes through and I don't recognize the name/number, I will not answer it. I'll add yours to my address book and depending on where I'm at or what I'm doing, I'll gladly pick up. But I will generally answer a call from the 319 area code.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Peace out, biker bitch!

Brett

P.S. I need to replace the cable to my scanner and then I can scan some pics (you know the ones that people take for you that are still not using a digital camera?)

A picture your dad used to make a drawing for me!

I was 2 1/2 years old!

Carron,

Have fun at your Thanksgiving weekend bash..... Try to say nice things about me. You'll be happy to know we got down to the mid 40's for overnight lows, and in a few places set some record low temps.

I've been meaning to scan and e-mail more photos from France and our June 1980 band trip to South Dakota. Lots of shots of class of '80 members as well. Will have to forward them to webmaster (or is it web-mistress? -- sounds kind of naughty) Lisa Heitland. Plus I still owe Brenda H. a CD of France photos.

Got to agree with Karla B. about the smoke at Tuckers. After Tina and I got back to my parents house from our 'reunion' last September, we tossed ALL our smoky clothes outside on their patio and put them in the wash next morning.

I'll see if I can get some computer time over the long weekend.

Ciao, baby.....

TOM H.

(Yeah!! Look who's coming! Fire up!)

Carron:

I can stop by Tucker's on Saturday for an hour or two. Got to be in Mt. Vernon at 8 PM but can hang out until 7:30 or so. See ya there!

Kent Reynolds

Hey Carron,

Not up to much other than going to work. I will try to find a photo of something significant although I not sure what that would be.

Everything is going fine. Not looking forward to my birthday.

If I am in town Saturday, I will stop in. We had talked about going to Des Moines to see my niece play basketball, but not sure what the final plan is.

Have a Happy Thanksgiving! Say hello to your entire family. I will let you know what I am doing as far as Saturday night.

Love you,
Mark

Hi Carron,

Sorry to be slow to respond. Yesterday was one of those days at the office where I seem to be always about 1 hour behind where I should be.

How is your dad doing? I have been praying for you all through this time. You have been blessed with good news as far as cancer, but the surgerys on our parents are not easy on any of us. My Dad has had more then his share the last couple years (2 hip replacements, kidney surgery, and a 4way heart by-pass). He's finally doing better I think. It's hard not to worry though. It seems "Red" never was sick when I was a kid so he's not very good at it! :)

We are looking forward to having our oldest son Victor home for Thanksgiving. He lives in Wichita and we don't get to see him often. He travels for a professional theatre troop. They do shows geared for children and go into schools all over the midwest. They also teach classes and seminars to the young people about acting. He is not only acting but is also the manager of the tour so he has had a taste of the real world!

Jim's family is planning their Thanksgiving for Saturday so it is doubtful we can come. If something changes, we will try to make it. It would be nice to see everyone again.

I have enjoyed so much keeping up with everyone on this site. I am hoping to get a site started for class of 1982. I also think a 3 year reunion would be a great idea!! I would love to help get one going. I have relived many fun memories of the class of 81 since I started reading this site. I had a couple classes with all seniors when I was a junior and was able to get to know alot of you. I was looking at old senior pictures this weekend and had alot of fun with that. I have a great picture of Mike Hauser! It has been great to hear from him again.

Well, I was a little more long winded then I meant to be. I better get back at it!

Take care and may your Holidays be filled with Thanks and Blessings!

Take care, Carron, and God Bless--

Kris (Campbell May)

Hey Carron!

Nice photo! Glad to hear that your father is in great spirits (even if the Hawks lost). I'm sure he will be out swinging the clubs in no time at all.

Rhonda's folks are here from Cedar Falls for the week. The girls have to go to school until Wednesday and I'm working until Wednesday as well. Things are pretty busy, but we are looking forward to having 4 days off in a row!

So what's new with you? I hope all is well. Take care and I will talk to you soon.

Cheers,

Mike (Hauser)

November 20, 1940:

Happy Birthday #66, Dad.

I love you! You are my hero and my idol.

Can't wait until you are home with us on Thanksgiving.

Carron

Carron:

So nice of you to send me a special note. I've just been real busy, so I
haven't been keeping up with the e-mails.

Big change in my life. After working for St. Luke's full time for 15
years, I'm going to part time. Big decision, but one I hope I won't
regret. Unfortunately, I'm not wealthy enough to just get to go part
time, I'm actually going to work more at a Nursing home in Marion. I've
been doing that on a "as needed" basis for the last 6 months, to see if
I like it. Well, it all just kind of happened, and I hope that it will
allow me more flexibility in my schedule and hopefully even Friday's
off!!!! yippee!!!!!

I was going to comment on Tom's little video..... something like.....
"Didn't your Mama ever teach you not to flirt if you aren't going to
put out the goods?". I think we should all plan a winter Florida vacation
and go see Tom. That should teach him to taunt us. Flights to Florida
are cheap!!!!

I'm glad your Dad is doing much better. I was lame about responding to
all that, but again; time just wasn't on my side. I was sick all weekend, and am not quite over it yet. But I do want you to know, I added
all of you to my prayers. I really believe in that!

Unfortunately, I don't think I will see you guys on the weekend. The
smoke at the bar has a terrible effect on me, and I get bad headaches, as
if I've drank a ton. Last time; I had a rough day of it at work and my
throat hurt for about 4 days. I just can't do that scene very well;
although I had a blast seeing everyone. I'll just check out the blog
site, cuz I know you will have pictures.

Take care and have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Karla (Bonifazi)

The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just read the e-mail straight through, and you'll get the point.

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.

2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.

3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America Contest.

4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.

5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.

6. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winners.

How did you do?

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

Here's another quiz. See how you do on this one:

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.

2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.

3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.

4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.

5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.

Easier?

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones that care.

Hi Carron,

Today was the first day of my weekend (I'm off Sunday & Monday each week). Today, we met up with the American Legion Riders and some guys from the Moose Lodge and headed to DFW Int'l Airport. Each day of the week, there are troops returning from Iraq for two weeks of rest & relaxation and we went today to greet them and give them a warm welcome home. It was amazing and somewhat emotional. We lined up on either side of the walkway and applauded them and shook their hands as they came through. It was pretty damn neat until the last guy came in. He said "Hold up, hold up....if you want to applaud someone, applaud my commander....he was killed two days ago....right before being scheduled to return home." That pretty much affected my mood for the rest of the day. However, we did get some riding in and went to the historic Stockyards in Fort Worth for some kickass bbq and that helped out with the mood.

My wife will be going to Houston on Wednesday to spend the holiday with her folks. Fortunately, I have to work on Wednesday and Friday so will be unable to make the trip (hehehe). They wanted to me to come down on Thursday but I'll be damned if I'm going to spend eight hours of drive time on a single day off.

Next Sunday, we have a benefit ride to help out an eighteen year old girl who was diagnosed with cancer and has no health insurance. We will be meeting at Longhorn H-D and then riding to our destination, where there will be a hog roast and a live band. Cost is only $5 to enjoy all the food, drink and music you can handle. They are also selling t-shirts for $12. Their shirts and flyers were donated free of charge so all proceeds go to the family's medical costs.

Here is some info and pictures from weekly "greet the troops" gatherings. I failed also to mention that we put together care packages and hand them out as they arrive.

Y'all have fun Saturday night and definitely have a few for me and wish everyone a happy turkey day. I wish I could be there!

http://www.welcometroops.com

Brett

Hey, everyone!

I hope you all had a good weekend. They always seem to go too fast.

I also want to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving. I have much for which to be thankful and you - my wonderful classmates and friends - are right up there at the top of my list.

Please remember next Saturday, November 25th for our little class gathering. Maybe after a couple days with relatives, we will all be ready to get together for a little fun and relaxation. Tucker's - 6:30-7:00ish?

I got the most wonderful letter from Jeff Guilford last week. It would be so nice if someone coming from Monticello could pick him up and bring him Saturday night. Would anyone be available to do this? Let me know and I can give him a call. Otherwise, I can do it, too.

I heard from tons and tons of people this past week and it has been fabulous. Thank you all so much for staying in touch. Hope to see a lot of you Saturday night.

Take care and much love,

Carron

Hi Carron,

Sorry it took so long to reply. Everything is going well. This has been a very busy week. Saturday is no exception. We have a regular work day and then meetings in the late afternoon.

I see that Mike Hauser is a LTC now. That is great. I am going to have to contact him as I see he is headed this way.

I trust your Dad is doing well. My Dad had quadruple bi-pass surgery a few years ago and my Mom is a breast cancer survivor. Both are doing great, but it is always very scary.

I will keep reading the blog. I get to it every other day or so. I love the old photos. I can usually determine who it is, but I do have to cheat sometimes.

Take care and keep writing.

CW3 Scott Weber
1034th CSSB
302-242-9545
To Serve The Warrior

Hi!,
Can't you ban people who live in Florida from sending video clips? Living in the gloom of Wisconsin this time of year, I'm quite jealous.

As much as I would like to attend the get together on Saturday night, we are going to have to head home before then (my teenage daughter would be tramatized if she doesn't get a chance to see a friend who is home from college).

Next time?????

Cheerio,

Marilyn (Russell) Halley

Flight Engineer Staff Sergeant Shad Myers presents Mike Deutmeyer of Weber Stone with a gift.

(Journal-Eureka Photos by Michelle Phillips)

Hi Everyone.

With fall upon us, and the days getting shorter, I thought you would appreciate this superb, evocative, masterfully penned ode to the coming winter season. So, grab a coffee, a comfortable chair, relax and scroll down to enjoy the warm feelings and pleasure that this wonderful poem will bring....

"ODE TO WINTER"

SHIT! It's cold.

The End.

OK , so, I am sitting in the Surgi-Care waiting room today while my dad is having surgery. Mom, Brad, and I are there just talking, not paying much attention to anything. I look around and who do I see sitting right behind me???

JULIE WEETS!!

Her mom is there having knee replacement surgery. I could not believe it. She looked so awesome and we talked for the longest time. She says "hi" to everyone. She has a 4-year old and an 8-year old and is doing sooo well.

Crazy how you see the most wonderful people when you least expect it. How cool is that?

Can y'all guess who this is?

Carron,

Good luck. I haven't even had time to check the blogsite lately.

I worked five nights in a row (Thursday-Monday) and then was in class Tuesday and today.....shit

I'm going to see Lance Friday-Tuesday...maybe I'll get a little stress relief....hint hint

Can't wait to drink with ya in December.

Deb (Wilcox)

Hi Carron,

I have been doing just fine. How are you holding up? You are in my thoughts and prayers.

You are going to kill me. I'm not sure if I will be able to make it for Thanksgiving. I am so bummed . If I am able to make it I will definitely call you. I will be calling you soon. I would love to talk.

My family is doing great. TJ is doing well at college, and this is Ashley's senior year, so we have been really busy already with pictures, invitations, etc.

I have been so busy at work, it seems like everyone needs to be seen this time of year. It seems like when the weather gets cold everybody has a tooth ache and they don't want a tooth ache with all of the holiday food coming up!

Tim is a contractor, it gets sort of slow this time of year. So he is looking into some repo houses to fix up and sell. I don't know about Iowa but the housing market in Michigan hasn't been that great this past year. It seems to be picking up a little though.

I should probably get to bed, I have to go back to work tomorrow. Two more days left this week I can't wait for the weekend. Talk to you soon.

Love you,

Lisa (Harms)