Greetings All,
As you can see, I have removed the YouTube video
from the top of the posts. You can still access
our YouTube page by clicking the link to the right
of this page in the Links column.
I have put a coupon finder "gadget" at the top of the post.
There you will find coupons,sales, and deals on a wide range
of products from food to gas.
I think this will be a very useful addition to our blog.
Most of the sales and deals will be relevant to your location
based on your IP address. It happens automatically.
This site is fun to browse around, and the sites should allow
for printing out the coupons.
If you will look to the right of this page, in the Links column,
right under the Yearbook image, you will see a link and search
box to "123greetings eCard Search".
Here you can create eGreeting Cards for all occassions.
You can click the link or type in the occassion in the search box.
Some of the cards are animated and some are static. You don't have
to join anything,and it's all free. These gadgets will open in a
new window.
Coming next year I hope to finish building a toolbar for the blog.
You can install it on your computer and be able to access our blog,
internet radio, play games,chat, and other stuff without having to
leave the page you are on. Of course, it will be safe and virus free.
Let me know if you experience any problems with any of the gadgets
by leaving a comment.
Happy Holidays
Edward West
Saturday, December 06, 2008
Sunday, November 30, 2008
When Are WE Going to Get Over It?
The following was submitted by fellow classmate Karlton Gay.
Thank you Karlton for your contribution.
============================================================
On Mon, Nov 17, 2008 at 10:54 AM, Manis, Andrew
wrote:
Here is a commentary responding to these phenomena which
I have sent to Charles Richardson at the Telegraph.
I hope he will see it into print:
When Are WE Going to Get Over It?
For much of the last forty years, ever since America
"fixed" its race problem in the Civil Rights and Voting Rights Acts,
we white people have been impatient with African Americans
who continued to blame race for their difficulties.
Often we have heard whites ask, "When are African Americans
finally going to get over it? Now I want to ask
"When are we White Americans going to get over our ridiculous
obsession with skin color?
Recent reports that "Election Spurs 'Hundreds' of Race Threats, Crimes"
should frighten and infuriate every one of us.
Having grown up in "Bombingham," Alabama in the 1960s,
I remember overhearing an avalanche of comments about what
many white classmates and their parents wanted to do to John and
Bobby Kennedy and Martin Luther King.
Eventually, as you may recall, in all three cases, someone decided to
do more than "talk the talk." Since our recent presidential election,
to our eternal shame we are once again hearing the same reprehensible
talk I remember from my boyhood.
We white people have controlled political life in the disunited
colonies and United States for some 400 years on this continent.
Conservative whites have been in power 28 of the last 40 years.
Even during the eight Clinton years, conservatives in Congress
blocked most of his agenda and pulled him to the right.
Yet never in that period did I read any headlines suggesting that
anyone was calling for the assassinations of presidents Nixon,
Ford, Reagan, or either of the Bushes.
Criticize them, yes. Call for their impeachment, perhaps.
But there were no bounties on their heads. And even when
someone did try to kill Ronald Reagan, the perpetrator was
non-political mental case who wanted merely to impress
Jody Foster.
But elect a liberal who happens to be black and we're back
in the sixties again. At this point in our history,
we should be proud that we've proven what conservatives are
always saying-that in America anything is possible,
EVEN electing a black man as president.
But instead we now hear that schoolchildren from Maine to
California are talking about wanting to "assassinate Obama."
Fighting the urge to throw up, I can only ask, "How long?"
How long before we white people realize we can't make our nation,
much less the whole world, look like us?
How long until we white people can-once and for all-get over
this hell-conceived preoccupation with skin color?
How long until we white people get over the demonic conviction
that white skin makes us superior?
How long before we white people get over our bitter resentments
about being demoted to the status of equality with non-whites?
How long before we get over our expectations that we should be
at the head of the line merely because of our white skin?
How long until we white people end our silence and call out our
peers when they share the latest racist jokes in the privacy of
our white-only conversations?
I believe in free speech, but how long until we white people
start making racist loudmouths as socially uncomfortable as
we do flag burners?
How long until we white people will stop insisting that blacks
exercise personal responsibility, build strong families, educate
themselves enough to edit the Harvard Law Review, and work hard
enough to become President of the United States, only to threaten
to assassinate them when they do?
How long before we starting "living out the true meaning" of our creeds,
both civil and religious, that all men and women are created equal
and that "red and yellow, black and white" all are precious in
God's sight?
Until this past November 4, I didn't believe this country would ever
elect an African American to the presidency. I still don't be lieve
I'll live long enough to see us white people get over our racism
problem. But here's my three-point plan:
First, everyday that Barack Obama lives in the White House that Black
Slaves Built I'm going to pray that God (and the Secret Service) will
protect him and his family from us white people.
Second, I'm going to report to the FBI any white person I overhear saying,
in seriousness or in jest, anything of a threatening nature about
President Obama.
Third, I'm going to pray to live long enough to see America surprise
the world once again, when white people can "in spirit and in truth"
sing of our damnable color prejudice, "We HAVE overcome."
Andrew Manis is author of Macon Black and White and serves on the
steering committee of Macon's Center for Racial Understanding.
Thank you Karlton for your contribution.
============================================================
On Mon, Nov 17, 2008 at 10:54 AM, Manis, Andrew
Here is a commentary responding to these phenomena which
I have sent to Charles Richardson at the Telegraph.
I hope he will see it into print:
When Are WE Going to Get Over It?
For much of the last forty years, ever since America
"fixed" its race problem in the Civil Rights and Voting Rights Acts,
we white people have been impatient with African Americans
who continued to blame race for their difficulties.
Often we have heard whites ask, "When are African Americans
finally going to get over it? Now I want to ask
"When are we White Americans going to get over our ridiculous
obsession with skin color?
Recent reports that "Election Spurs 'Hundreds' of Race Threats, Crimes"
should frighten and infuriate every one of us.
Having grown up in "Bombingham," Alabama in the 1960s,
I remember overhearing an avalanche of comments about what
many white classmates and their parents wanted to do to John and
Bobby Kennedy and Martin Luther King.
Eventually, as you may recall, in all three cases, someone decided to
do more than "talk the talk." Since our recent presidential election,
to our eternal shame we are once again hearing the same reprehensible
talk I remember from my boyhood.
We white people have controlled political life in the disunited
colonies and United States for some 400 years on this continent.
Conservative whites have been in power 28 of the last 40 years.
Even during the eight Clinton years, conservatives in Congress
blocked most of his agenda and pulled him to the right.
Yet never in that period did I read any headlines suggesting that
anyone was calling for the assassinations of presidents Nixon,
Ford, Reagan, or either of the Bushes.
Criticize them, yes. Call for their impeachment, perhaps.
But there were no bounties on their heads. And even when
someone did try to kill Ronald Reagan, the perpetrator was
non-political mental case who wanted merely to impress
Jody Foster.
But elect a liberal who happens to be black and we're back
in the sixties again. At this point in our history,
we should be proud that we've proven what conservatives are
always saying-that in America anything is possible,
EVEN electing a black man as president.
But instead we now hear that schoolchildren from Maine to
California are talking about wanting to "assassinate Obama."
Fighting the urge to throw up, I can only ask, "How long?"
How long before we white people realize we can't make our nation,
much less the whole world, look like us?
How long until we white people can-once and for all-get over
this hell-conceived preoccupation with skin color?
How long until we white people get over the demonic conviction
that white skin makes us superior?
How long before we white people get over our bitter resentments
about being demoted to the status of equality with non-whites?
How long before we get over our expectations that we should be
at the head of the line merely because of our white skin?
How long until we white people end our silence and call out our
peers when they share the latest racist jokes in the privacy of
our white-only conversations?
I believe in free speech, but how long until we white people
start making racist loudmouths as socially uncomfortable as
we do flag burners?
How long until we white people will stop insisting that blacks
exercise personal responsibility, build strong families, educate
themselves enough to edit the Harvard Law Review, and work hard
enough to become President of the United States, only to threaten
to assassinate them when they do?
How long before we starting "living out the true meaning" of our creeds,
both civil and religious, that all men and women are created equal
and that "red and yellow, black and white" all are precious in
God's sight?
Until this past November 4, I didn't believe this country would ever
elect an African American to the presidency. I still don't be lieve
I'll live long enough to see us white people get over our racism
problem. But here's my three-point plan:
First, everyday that Barack Obama lives in the White House that Black
Slaves Built I'm going to pray that God (and the Secret Service) will
protect him and his family from us white people.
Second, I'm going to report to the FBI any white person I overhear saying,
in seriousness or in jest, anything of a threatening nature about
President Obama.
Third, I'm going to pray to live long enough to see America surprise
the world once again, when white people can "in spirit and in truth"
sing of our damnable color prejudice, "We HAVE overcome."
Andrew Manis is author of Macon Black and White and serves on the
steering committee of Macon's Center for Racial Understanding.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
The Economy/Blog Changes
Greetings Class,
I hope all of you are well in these trying economic
times. At the end of my post for June 11, 2008 I
referred you to this link:
When Bad Is Good-The Doomed Dollar
and stated "If you think things are rough now,
just wait."
Look at what has happened since then. Things
may get even worse. I have come across
information (rumor) that if you have gold,silver or
platinum in a safe deposit box in a bank, you should
consider taking it out now because you will be denied
access to those items when the U.S. economy sinks even lower.
The rumor is when you go to access your safe
deposit box, not only will you be accompanied by a
bank official, but also a representative of
Homeland Security who will confiscate or deny
your access to those precious metals.
Those classmates who are versed in banking and
finance may want to verify the truth or fallacy of
those statements. If you can, please make a
comment on this post or email the class with your
information.
Check out these links for more info.
Cost, abuse, and danger of the dollar
John F. Kennedy vs The Federal Reserve
Now that I've cheered you up, let's move on.
It was decided to fore go any further meetings
until January 2009. However, please give your
thoughts on the idea of a Holiday (Christmas)
Party sometime in December. Preferrably before
the week of the 25th.
I am exploring the idea of changing the look of our blog.
Mainly to replace the oppressive maroon banner with
something lighter.
Already in place are a Google Search box at the top of
each post for your convenience, and a Google Ad box.
Clicking on those links will take you away from our blog
so click your back button to return.
I would appreciate any feedback or suggestions that you feel
would be useful on our blog.
Edward West
I hope all of you are well in these trying economic
times. At the end of my post for June 11, 2008 I
referred you to this link:
When Bad Is Good-The Doomed Dollar
and stated "If you think things are rough now,
just wait."
Look at what has happened since then. Things
may get even worse. I have come across
information (rumor) that if you have gold,silver or
platinum in a safe deposit box in a bank, you should
consider taking it out now because you will be denied
access to those items when the U.S. economy sinks even lower.
The rumor is when you go to access your safe
deposit box, not only will you be accompanied by a
bank official, but also a representative of
Homeland Security who will confiscate or deny
your access to those precious metals.
Those classmates who are versed in banking and
finance may want to verify the truth or fallacy of
those statements. If you can, please make a
comment on this post or email the class with your
information.
Check out these links for more info.
Cost, abuse, and danger of the dollar
John F. Kennedy vs The Federal Reserve
Now that I've cheered you up, let's move on.
It was decided to fore go any further meetings
until January 2009. However, please give your
thoughts on the idea of a Holiday (Christmas)
Party sometime in December. Preferrably before
the week of the 25th.
I am exploring the idea of changing the look of our blog.
Mainly to replace the oppressive maroon banner with
something lighter.
Already in place are a Google Search box at the top of
each post for your convenience, and a Google Ad box.
Clicking on those links will take you away from our blog
so click your back button to return.
I would appreciate any feedback or suggestions that you feel
would be useful on our blog.
Edward West
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Get Out And Vote Now!
Greetings BTW Class of 1968,
Once again, 40 years later, we are going to
witness, be apart of and, or make history.
This time we have the opportunity to change, or
continue the way our country has been led since
it's inception.
Whether you are for one party or the other, you
must make your voice heard by voting. When you
cast your vote you earn the right to complain or
criticize the ways and actions of the elected.
When you do not vote, you only have the right to remain
silent. Had you voted the outcome may have been as you wished.
This election, regardless of it's outcome, will be
historic. You should resolve to be a part of history
by casting your vote.
There should be no reason for anyone not to vote.
Check with your local Voter Registration Office in
your state on how you may cast your vote earlier
than November 4th.
Here, in Norfolk,Va., you may use the Absentee
Voting option by casting your vote at the Voter
Registrar's office located on the 8th floor of the
City Hall building.
Park at the garage on Union St.or any other city
parking facility and bring your parking ticket to
the Registrar's office for validation.
You do not need to provide proof of your reason
for using the absentee ballot, but you must state
why you cannot vote on Nov.4th. For example,
doctor's appointment, medical reason, out of the
city, etc.
The registrar personnel are very considerate and
respectful, you will not be interrogated, so just go
vote.
You may also vote early at your local Virginia
Department of Motor Vehicles Office (DMV).
According to Norfolk City Councilman Paul Riddick,
you may be better off using your local Voter
Registration Office.
In Virginia you may cast your vote using the
absentee ballot by mail until October 28th. In
person until November 1st.
I encourage you to take advantage of the option
to vote early as the expected high voter turnout
may affect your individually planned "window of
opportunity" to vote on November 4th.
You will not be the only one who planned to vote
on the way to work, during lunch, or on the way
home from work, but before, or after, picking up
the kids or grand kids.
No matter how you plan to vote, just vote.
Here in Virginia you cannot wear T-shirts, ballcaps,
buttons, etc. that promote a candidate or party.
You will be turned away from the polls unless you
cover or remove those items.
Most people have already decided how they will
vote when they get to the polls anyway so
wearing such gear is a "fait accompli".
Comments, questions and criticisms are appreciated.
Edward L. West
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
NSU HOME COMING AND YOUR DUES WORKING FOR YOU!
DEAR CLASSMATES,
OUR 40TH YEAR REUNION IS OVER AND IT WAS FAAAAN-TAAAAS-TIC!!!
IT WAS WONDERFUL TO REUNITE WITH FRIENDS AND SEE THAT SO MANY ARE DOING SO WELL.
IF YOU MISSED THIS EVENT, YOU WILL HAVE MANY MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO JOIN US.
OUR NEXT "GET TOGETHER" WILL BE THE WEEKEND OF NSU'S HOMECOMING, OCT. 25, 2008.
BECAUSE OF THE DUES WE PAID, WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SECURE A HOSPITALITY ROOM (SUITE G) FOR THAT SATURDAY NIGHT FROM 3:00 PM TILL 7:00 AM SUNDAY MORNING!
IT WILL BE A FREE, POT LUCK, OPEN HOUSE EVENT.
YOUR DUES AT WORK FOR YOU!!!!
WE WILL USE THIS TIME TO MEET (6:00 PM) AND TAKE CARE OF THE FOLLOWING BUSINESS:
1. AN OFFICIAL FINANCIAL REPORT
2. FORM COMMITTEES SUCH AS SCHOLARSHIP, WAYS & MEANS, FINANCIAL, ETC.
3. TALK ABOUT A "60TH BIRTHDAY BASH!", OUR 45TH REUNION WISH LIST, AND OTHER ACTIVITIES
4. START COLLECTING DUES FOR OUR NEW FISCAL YEAR (SEPT.-AUG.,$10.00 PER MONTH)
THE HOTEL IS THE HOLIDAY INN EXECUTIVE CENTER ON GREENWICH RD., VA. BEACH
IT IS HEAD QUARTERS FOR NSU ALUMNI ACTIVITIES
PHONE NUMBER: 757-499-4400
THIS IS BEING SENT MORE THAN A MONTH IN ADVANCE SO THAT YOU CAN PUT THE DATE ON YOUR CALENDAR.
REMINDERS AND UP DATES WILL BE SENT AS THE TIME GROWS NEAR.
FOR MORE INFORMATION NOW, YOU MAY CALL DOREATHA (757-630-1226).
LOOKING TO SEE YOU THEN!!!!!!
OUR 40TH YEAR REUNION IS OVER AND IT WAS FAAAAN-TAAAAS-TIC!!!
IT WAS WONDERFUL TO REUNITE WITH FRIENDS AND SEE THAT SO MANY ARE DOING SO WELL.
IF YOU MISSED THIS EVENT, YOU WILL HAVE MANY MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO JOIN US.
OUR NEXT "GET TOGETHER" WILL BE THE WEEKEND OF NSU'S HOMECOMING, OCT. 25, 2008.
BECAUSE OF THE DUES WE PAID, WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SECURE A HOSPITALITY ROOM (SUITE G) FOR THAT SATURDAY NIGHT FROM 3:00 PM TILL 7:00 AM SUNDAY MORNING!
IT WILL BE A FREE, POT LUCK, OPEN HOUSE EVENT.
YOUR DUES AT WORK FOR YOU!!!!
WE WILL USE THIS TIME TO MEET (6:00 PM) AND TAKE CARE OF THE FOLLOWING BUSINESS:
1. AN OFFICIAL FINANCIAL REPORT
2. FORM COMMITTEES SUCH AS SCHOLARSHIP, WAYS & MEANS, FINANCIAL, ETC.
3. TALK ABOUT A "60TH BIRTHDAY BASH!", OUR 45TH REUNION WISH LIST, AND OTHER ACTIVITIES
4. START COLLECTING DUES FOR OUR NEW FISCAL YEAR (SEPT.-AUG.,$10.00 PER MONTH)
THE HOTEL IS THE HOLIDAY INN EXECUTIVE CENTER ON GREENWICH RD., VA. BEACH
IT IS HEAD QUARTERS FOR NSU ALUMNI ACTIVITIES
PHONE NUMBER: 757-499-4400
THIS IS BEING SENT MORE THAN A MONTH IN ADVANCE SO THAT YOU CAN PUT THE DATE ON YOUR CALENDAR.
REMINDERS AND UP DATES WILL BE SENT AS THE TIME GROWS NEAR.
FOR MORE INFORMATION NOW, YOU MAY CALL DOREATHA (757-630-1226).
LOOKING TO SEE YOU THEN!!!!!!
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Back Up And Jump!
For people your age, you sure do move well. And ,evidently,
you're no stranger in "The Club".
If you took digital camera videos at the dance, send them in.
They are easier to upload to YouTube.
you're no stranger in "The Club".
If you took digital camera videos at the dance, send them in.
They are easier to upload to YouTube.
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Our 40th Reunion Was A Success!
Thanks to all our classmates who came from near and far to
attend the reunion and thanks to those who accompanied you.
Your presence is what made our reunion a resounding success.
Special and heartfelt thanks to the organizers of our reunion
who worked so hard and diligently to bring it to fruition.
Above is a slideshow of just a few photos taken at all three
events. To see these and older class meeting photos click on
the image of the yearbook to the right of this page.
Coming later: An updated slideshow and video taken at all three
events. Send in your photos and digital videos to:
btwclassof68blog@Gmail.com
Check the instructions in YOUR email program on sending photos
and videos as attachments.
If you would like to share your thoughts on the reunion please
click the comments link at the end of this post. They will appear
on this blog.
Thanks again for making this a great weekend event.
attend the reunion and thanks to those who accompanied you.
Your presence is what made our reunion a resounding success.
Special and heartfelt thanks to the organizers of our reunion
who worked so hard and diligently to bring it to fruition.
Above is a slideshow of just a few photos taken at all three
events. To see these and older class meeting photos click on
the image of the yearbook to the right of this page.
Coming later: An updated slideshow and video taken at all three
events. Send in your photos and digital videos to:
btwclassof68blog@Gmail.com
Check the instructions in YOUR email program on sending photos
and videos as attachments.
If you would like to share your thoughts on the reunion please
click the comments link at the end of this post. They will appear
on this blog.
Thanks again for making this a great weekend event.
Friday, August 15, 2008
THIS IS THE BIG DAY BEFORE THE BIG DAY!
It's 11:00 am and people are already in town for our BIG weekend.
We are going to have a BALL!
If you haven't made up your mind, then decide in favor of joining us.
Don't wake up Sunday wishing you had gone.
Tonite, Friday, we will be at the Airport Hilton, Room 331
for the Meet & Greet from 5:00pm until.
So you can work a full day and still have time to party.
Tomorrow, Saturday, the cookout will be at Barraud Park from
12:00 noon til 4:00 pm(CPT). We will have plenty of food and drink.
There are 3 tennis and 3 basketball courts, 1 horseshoe pitch,
and 1 baseball diamond. The picnic shelter we are using has about
8 picnic table and bench combos, so bring a folding chair if you can.
If you have a CD with some of your favorite tunes bring a COPY.
We will have a DJ but who knows what he will play.
Come Join Us!
Edward West
We are going to have a BALL!
If you haven't made up your mind, then decide in favor of joining us.
Don't wake up Sunday wishing you had gone.
Tonite, Friday, we will be at the Airport Hilton, Room 331
for the Meet & Greet from 5:00pm until.
So you can work a full day and still have time to party.
Tomorrow, Saturday, the cookout will be at Barraud Park from
12:00 noon til 4:00 pm(CPT). We will have plenty of food and drink.
There are 3 tennis and 3 basketball courts, 1 horseshoe pitch,
and 1 baseball diamond. The picnic shelter we are using has about
8 picnic table and bench combos, so bring a folding chair if you can.
If you have a CD with some of your favorite tunes bring a COPY.
We will have a DJ but who knows what he will play.
Come Join Us!
Edward West
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
4 Days To Go. Maybe The Last Time.
Greetings All,
Just 4 days to go til our reunion. If you are still undecided you can still come and pay at the door. About 70 people have committed to attend. That is a great response.
The best route to the cookout at Barraud Park is Tidewater Drive to Vista St. That would put you right where our activities will be. You may want to bring a couple of folding chairs as seating may be limited.
The Hospitality Suite at the Airport Hilton will be in room 331, and the
dinner/dance will be in Ballrooms C & D.
Please check your spam folder in your email program if you have not been receiving the class's emails. Add BTW68@aol.com and btwclassof68blog@gmail.com to your safe senders list so the mail can get through.
If you have chosen not to stay at the Airport Hilton there is a Holiday Inn Select beside it and there is the Lake Wright Executive Center next to that. All of them front on Military Hwy.
The next nearest accomodations is the Ramada at the intersection of Northhampton Blvd & Military Hwy. There is a LaQuinta Inn across from the Ramada where the old Yings Chinese restaurant used to be.
Hope to see you soon.
Just 4 days to go til our reunion. If you are still undecided you can still come and pay at the door. About 70 people have committed to attend. That is a great response.
The best route to the cookout at Barraud Park is Tidewater Drive to Vista St. That would put you right where our activities will be. You may want to bring a couple of folding chairs as seating may be limited.
The Hospitality Suite at the Airport Hilton will be in room 331, and the
dinner/dance will be in Ballrooms C & D.
Please check your spam folder in your email program if you have not been receiving the class's emails. Add BTW68@aol.com and btwclassof68blog@gmail.com to your safe senders list so the mail can get through.
If you have chosen not to stay at the Airport Hilton there is a Holiday Inn Select beside it and there is the Lake Wright Executive Center next to that. All of them front on Military Hwy.
The next nearest accomodations is the Ramada at the intersection of Northhampton Blvd & Military Hwy. There is a LaQuinta Inn across from the Ramada where the old Yings Chinese restaurant used to be.
Hope to see you soon.
Friday, August 01, 2008
15 DAYS TO GO TIL THE BIG EVENT!!!
HELLO ALL!!
TIME IS ALMOST HERE FOR OUR 40TH REUNION CELEBRATION (AUG. 15-17). REGISTRATIONS ARE STEADILY COMING IN AND A FEW QUESTIONS HAVE BEEN ASKED. HOPE THE FOLLOWING WILL HELP THOSE WHO STILL PLAN TO ATTEND.
1. CHECKS OR MONEY ORDERS (MADE TO B. T. W. '68) CAN BE MAILED TO
SHARON WALLACE SHELTON
1400 C0VEL ST.
NORFOLK, VA. 23523
2. COST: CLASSMATES $120.00 (INCLUDES COST OF SOUVENIRS)
GUEST: $60.00 ($10.00 EXTRA FOR SOUVENIRS)
3. HOTEL RESERVATIONS (GROUP RATE) CAN BE MADE TILL THE END OF THE WEEK BY CALLING:
MR. SEAN MULLEN
(757) 457-8920
4. SHIRT ORDERS MUST BE GIVEN BY AUG.1ST. IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND AND YOUR INFORMATION WILL NOT REACH US BY THEN, YOU MUST CALL TO INDICATE THE SIZE YOU WANT TO INSURE THAT IT IS ORDERED.
5. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL DOREATHA (757-630-1226) WITH ANY LAST MINUTE QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS!!!!
OH WHAT A HAPPY DAY WHEN WE SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN!!!!!
DOREATHA
TIME IS ALMOST HERE FOR OUR 40TH REUNION CELEBRATION (AUG. 15-17). REGISTRATIONS ARE STEADILY COMING IN AND A FEW QUESTIONS HAVE BEEN ASKED. HOPE THE FOLLOWING WILL HELP THOSE WHO STILL PLAN TO ATTEND.
1. CHECKS OR MONEY ORDERS (MADE TO B. T. W. '68) CAN BE MAILED TO
SHARON WALLACE SHELTON
1400 C0VEL ST.
NORFOLK, VA. 23523
2. COST: CLASSMATES $120.00 (INCLUDES COST OF SOUVENIRS)
GUEST: $60.00 ($10.00 EXTRA FOR SOUVENIRS)
3. HOTEL RESERVATIONS (GROUP RATE) CAN BE MADE TILL THE END OF THE WEEK BY CALLING:
MR. SEAN MULLEN
(757) 457-8920
4. SHIRT ORDERS MUST BE GIVEN BY AUG.1ST. IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND AND YOUR INFORMATION WILL NOT REACH US BY THEN, YOU MUST CALL TO INDICATE THE SIZE YOU WANT TO INSURE THAT IT IS ORDERED.
5. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL DOREATHA (757-630-1226) WITH ANY LAST MINUTE QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS!!!!
OH WHAT A HAPPY DAY WHEN WE SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN!!!!!
DOREATHA
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Disc-O-Ten, Tell Us Your Favorite Oldies
I am sure you all remember the Disc-O-Ten t.v.show from our youth.
I and reps.from many other schools have sought to acquire a copy
of our class' appeareance on the show for presentation at our
respective reunions or other functions.
Below is a response from Gene Loving(WGH)to my inquiry about
obtaining a copy for our reunion. As you may recall he,
along with Dick Lamb, hosted Disc-O Ten.
Edward, sounds like you are putting a lot of work into the reunion,
trying to make it special for your former classmates and friends.
I would love to direct you to a copy of any Disc-O-Ten show,
but they have all faded away.
In those days the tape machines were giant,
the tape was 2 ins wide and a reel of tape weighed about 20 pounds.
WAVY did not copy any of the few shows they had once the
personal size recorders appeared.
Someone told me they have a small clip that they played on air at
a WAVY 50th anniversary show but that is all I know about.
You could try contacting WAVY. Have a fun event. regards, gene
Mr.Loving is currently CEO of Max Media LLC which acquires, builds and
operates television and radio stations throughout the United States.
That he took the time to respond to our request in less than 24 hrs was,
to me, quite impressive.
That clip he mentioned that WAVY showed at it's anniversary is highly
unlikely to be the show we were on.
So,class,you can help make our reunion in August a success by suggesting songs from 1965 to 1970 that you would like to hear played at the event. Click the comments link at the end of this post and leave the name of the songs and the artists. If you cant remember the artist, that's o.k.
Also, if by chance you have an old cassette of a DJ's radio broadcast from that era it would lend a bit of nostalgia that would go over quite well. You will be given credit for your contribution.
Credit. Not a check!
Contact the class at btwclassof68blog@gmail.com to make arrangements.
Here is a link to a very interesting article regarding the economy,
and why things are the way they are.
If you think things are rough now, just wait.
When Bad Is Good-The Doomed Dollar
Finally, some old photos from way back.
If you know where they are let them know they are blog stars.
Thomasine Hodges
BTW Print Shop Crew #1 L-R
Edward West, Thomas Springs, J.K.Baylor, Christopher Escoe
Gwendolyn Baker
Michelle Ashe
Patricia Hodges
Barbara Miller
I and reps.from many other schools have sought to acquire a copy
of our class' appeareance on the show for presentation at our
respective reunions or other functions.
Below is a response from Gene Loving(WGH)to my inquiry about
obtaining a copy for our reunion. As you may recall he,
along with Dick Lamb, hosted Disc-O Ten.
Edward, sounds like you are putting a lot of work into the reunion,
trying to make it special for your former classmates and friends.
I would love to direct you to a copy of any Disc-O-Ten show,
but they have all faded away.
In those days the tape machines were giant,
the tape was 2 ins wide and a reel of tape weighed about 20 pounds.
WAVY did not copy any of the few shows they had once the
personal size recorders appeared.
Someone told me they have a small clip that they played on air at
a WAVY 50th anniversary show but that is all I know about.
You could try contacting WAVY. Have a fun event. regards, gene
Mr.Loving is currently CEO of Max Media LLC which acquires, builds and
operates television and radio stations throughout the United States.
That he took the time to respond to our request in less than 24 hrs was,
to me, quite impressive.
That clip he mentioned that WAVY showed at it's anniversary is highly
unlikely to be the show we were on.
So,class,you can help make our reunion in August a success by suggesting songs from 1965 to 1970 that you would like to hear played at the event. Click the comments link at the end of this post and leave the name of the songs and the artists. If you cant remember the artist, that's o.k.
Also, if by chance you have an old cassette of a DJ's radio broadcast from that era it would lend a bit of nostalgia that would go over quite well. You will be given credit for your contribution.
Credit. Not a check!
Contact the class at btwclassof68blog@gmail.com to make arrangements.
Here is a link to a very interesting article regarding the economy,
and why things are the way they are.
If you think things are rough now, just wait.
When Bad Is Good-The Doomed Dollar
Finally, some old photos from way back.
If you know where they are let them know they are blog stars.
Thomasine Hodges
BTW Print Shop Crew #1 L-R
Edward West, Thomas Springs, J.K.Baylor, Christopher Escoe
Gwendolyn Baker
Michelle Ashe
Patricia Hodges
Barbara Miller
Sunday, June 01, 2008
Our May 31st Meeting Was A Success
Starting midweek ominous forecasts re our weather
for the weekend started surfacing.
Even on the very day,and into the afternoon, negative
weather was predicted to spoil our meeting/cookout.
Nothing new to the intrepid.We went anyway.
BEAUTiful weather,good traffic,good directions,and so,--
We had a very good time at Denise Morgan's home.
Thank you,Denise for having us. There was so much
good food,we had seconds, thirds, and took some home.
Sylvia Stewart-Bell lead the closing prayer. By the time she
finished several people had teary eyes. I almost reached for
my wallet to tithe.
Here are the details for the reunion.
Friday, August 15th-
Norfolk Airport Hilton,1500 N.Military Hwy.,(757)4668000
3PM- Hotel Check In and Registration
5PM- Meet & Greet in the Hotel Hospitality Suite
Saturday, August 16th-
1200 Noon til 4PM Picnic and Cookout at Barraud Park.
9PM-1AM- Dinner & Dance at the Airport Hilton.
1AM Until Socializing in the Hotel Hospitality Suite
Sunday, August 17th-
11AM-1PM- Church services at Bethlehem Baptist Church
Corner of Marshall Ave & Link St
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
PHOTOS FROM MAY 31st MEETING
for the weekend started surfacing.
Even on the very day,and into the afternoon, negative
weather was predicted to spoil our meeting/cookout.
Nothing new to the intrepid.We went anyway.
BEAUTiful weather,good traffic,good directions,and so,--
We had a very good time at Denise Morgan's home.
Thank you,Denise for having us. There was so much
good food,we had seconds, thirds, and took some home.
Sylvia Stewart-Bell lead the closing prayer. By the time she
finished several people had teary eyes. I almost reached for
my wallet to tithe.
Here are the details for the reunion.
Friday, August 15th-
Norfolk Airport Hilton,1500 N.Military Hwy.,(757)4668000
3PM- Hotel Check In and Registration
5PM- Meet & Greet in the Hotel Hospitality Suite
Saturday, August 16th-
1200 Noon til 4PM Picnic and Cookout at Barraud Park.
9PM-1AM- Dinner & Dance at the Airport Hilton.
1AM Until Socializing in the Hotel Hospitality Suite
Sunday, August 17th-
11AM-1PM- Church services at Bethlehem Baptist Church
Corner of Marshall Ave & Link St
Norfolk, Virginia 23504
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
OUR NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 31st
B. T. W.'S GREATEST CLASS
HAS IT'S GREATEST REUNION!!!
OUR NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD
MAY 31, 2008
HOST: DENISE MORGAN
ADDRESS: 1312 SMYRNA CIRCLE
VA. BEACH, VA. 23464
PHONE: (757) 495-8281
TIME: 6:00 PM
DENISE SAYS SHE IS GOING TO FIRE UP THE GRILL!
RIBS, SAUSAGES AND SOME VEGGIES WILL BE SUPPLIED.
ALSO, SODAS, BEER AND WATER WILL BE PROVIDED.
CLASSMATES ARE ASKED TO BRING ADDITIONAL SIDES,
DESSERTS AND ANY OTHER BEVERAGE OF CHOICE.
DIRECTIONS TO DENISE'S:
TAKE INDIAN RIVER TOWARDS V. B. AT KEMPSVILLE RD.,
BEAR TO THE RIGHT TO STAY ON INDIAN RIVER.
STAY STRAIGHT TILL YOU GET TO LYNNHAVEN PKWY.
MAKE A LEFT AT THAT LIGHT.
AT THE NEXT LIGHT, PLESANT VALLEY, MAKE A RIGHT TURN.
COUNT DOWN TO THE 5TH STREET ON THE RIGHT....SMYRNA CIRCLE!
PARKING IS ALLOWED IN THE CIRCLE AS WELL AS ON PLESANT VALLEY.
The above image has inactive links.
Direction shown is from the Norfolk State area.
Click the image for enlargement
and note the left column for printed directions.
Please drive carefully.
WE ARE LQQKING FOR YOU!!!!!!!
Monday, May 05, 2008
Another Fun Filled Class Meeting 4 26 08
Thank you Sean and Etta for hosting another fun filled
class reunion planning meeting in your lovely home.
The fish fry was delicious. Those who weren't there
missed a treat. Maybe you can make it to our next meeting
at Denise Morgan's home on Saturday, May 31st.
More details to come.
The weekend of August 15th,16th will be here in no time.
Please fit our reunion into your plans for that weekend.
When all details are worked out they will be posted here.
Finally, many of our classmates have changed their
email addresses for various reasons so please let us know
your new email address. Try Gmail it's free.
In the meantime check out the photos from April 26th.
These photos are courtesy of Mr. Randolph Branch.
Many thanks Sir! You made this post complete.
class reunion planning meeting in your lovely home.
The fish fry was delicious. Those who weren't there
missed a treat. Maybe you can make it to our next meeting
at Denise Morgan's home on Saturday, May 31st.
More details to come.
The weekend of August 15th,16th will be here in no time.
Please fit our reunion into your plans for that weekend.
When all details are worked out they will be posted here.
Finally, many of our classmates have changed their
email addresses for various reasons so please let us know
your new email address. Try Gmail it's free.
In the meantime check out the photos from April 26th.
These photos are courtesy of Mr. Randolph Branch.
Many thanks Sir! You made this post complete.
Sunday, April 20, 2008
NEXT MEETING - APRIL 26TH !
COME JOIN US AS WE BEGIN TO FINALIZE OUR
B.T.W. CLASS OF '68
40TH REUNION CELEBRATION ACTIVITIES
HOST: CLARENCE "SHAWN" WILLIAMS
1616 SWAN LAKE CRES.
CHESAPEAKE, VA 23321
PHONE: 757-407-3292
DATE: APRIL 26th,2008 TIME: 5:00 PM
DIRECTIONS: From Va. Beach and Norfolk
Take I-264 W through the DOWNTOWN NORFOLK TUNNEL-
go 9.3 mi
Take the BOWERS HILL (US-13)/SUFFOLK (US-58)/NEWPORT NEWS (US-460)
exit onto I-664 N - go 2.7 mi
Take exit #12/DOCK LANDING RD toward DOCK LANDING RD WEST -
go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on DOCK LANDING RD(VA-663 S) - go 0.5 mi
Turn Left on JOLLIFF RD(VA-191) - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on GOOSE CREEK FLYWAY - go 0.3 mi
Turn Right on SWAN LAKE CRES
Arrive at 1616 SWAN LAKE CRES, CHESAPEAKE, on the Right
CLARENCE WILL BE SERVING UP SOME FRESH, HOT, FRIED FISH AND
HE IS ASKING CLASSMATES TO PROVIDE THE SIDE DISHES AND DRINKS.
FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS, CALL SHAWN AT THE NUMBER ABOVE.
SO OFTEN WE ARE GIVEN GREAT IDEAS "AFTER THE FACT".
PLEASE JOIN US NOW SO THAT YOUR INPUT CAN COUNT!!!
CALL SHAWN OR DOREATHA (630-1226) WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS.
WE WANT YOU THERE!!!!!
B.T.W. CLASS OF '68
40TH REUNION CELEBRATION ACTIVITIES
HOST: CLARENCE "SHAWN" WILLIAMS
1616 SWAN LAKE CRES.
CHESAPEAKE, VA 23321
PHONE: 757-407-3292
DATE: APRIL 26th,2008 TIME: 5:00 PM
DIRECTIONS: From Va. Beach and Norfolk
Take I-264 W through the DOWNTOWN NORFOLK TUNNEL-
go 9.3 mi
Take the BOWERS HILL (US-13)/SUFFOLK (US-58)/NEWPORT NEWS (US-460)
exit onto I-664 N - go 2.7 mi
Take exit #12/DOCK LANDING RD toward DOCK LANDING RD WEST -
go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on DOCK LANDING RD(VA-663 S) - go 0.5 mi
Turn Left on JOLLIFF RD(VA-191) - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on GOOSE CREEK FLYWAY - go 0.3 mi
Turn Right on SWAN LAKE CRES
Arrive at 1616 SWAN LAKE CRES, CHESAPEAKE, on the Right
CLARENCE WILL BE SERVING UP SOME FRESH, HOT, FRIED FISH AND
HE IS ASKING CLASSMATES TO PROVIDE THE SIDE DISHES AND DRINKS.
FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS, CALL SHAWN AT THE NUMBER ABOVE.
SO OFTEN WE ARE GIVEN GREAT IDEAS "AFTER THE FACT".
PLEASE JOIN US NOW SO THAT YOUR INPUT CAN COUNT!!!
CALL SHAWN OR DOREATHA (630-1226) WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS.
WE WANT YOU THERE!!!!!
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Last Minute Tax Tips
THINKING ABOUT GETTING THE AUTOMATIC
6-MONTH TAX FILING DEADLINE EXTENSION?
Filing a Form 4868 to extend your tax filing deadline
for 6 months is not a big deal. The IRS expects to receive
10.3 million extension requests, and all of those
taxpayers will have their deadline automatically
extended to Oct. 15.
Oct. 15 is not only the final due-date for filing returns,
it is also the last date on which a return can be filed
that will get you your "Economic Stimulus payment."
If you file earlier, you will get your payment sooner.
If you file after Oct. 15, you lose out.
An extension of time to file is NOT an extension of time
to pay taxes you owe. But...
WHAT IF YOU CAN'T PAY TAXES YOU OWE BY APRIL 15?
Taxpayers who owe but can't pay in full, have
several options available to them.
Taxpayers should file their return on time,
pay as much as they can with your return,
and visit www.IRS.gov
or file Form 9465 (Installment Agreement Request)
if you need to request a payment agreement.
If you are filing a "paper tax return", recommended
(vs. electronic filing) be sure to attach Form 9465
to the FRONT of your return.
Though interest (currently at the rate of 6
percent per year) and late-payment penalties
(normally 1/2 of 1 percent per month) apply
to any tax paid after the April 15 deadline,
you can limit these charges by paying as
quickly as possible.
In addition, by filing your tax return on time,
even without full payment, a you will avoid
the much larger 5-percent-per-month late-filing
penalty.
A short-term extension gives a taxpayer up to
120 days to pay. No fee is charged, but the
late-payment penalty plus interest will apply.
A monthly payment plan or installment agreement
gives a taxpayer more time to pay, and, although
interest still applies, the late-payment penalty is
cut in half for any month an installment agreement
is in effect. This reduced rate of 1/4 of 1 percent
per month is ONLY available IF the tax return was
filed ON TIME.
A user fee will also be charged if the installment
agreement is approved. The fee (normally $105) will
be reduced to $52, if you agree to make monthly
payments electronically through electronic funds
withdrawal.
DID YOU OVERPAY YOUR TAXES? ...AGAIN?
So far, some 87-million taxpayers have filed
their 2007 Tax Returns and 70-million of them
(80%!) received refunds. AND the SIZE of the
refund averaged $2,761.00.
Why?
It's not because the IRS got religion in April!
It's because 80% of all taxpayers overpaid their
taxes all year long, to the tune of an extra,
overpaid $200.00+ every month, for 12 consecutive
months.
Collectively, we gave Uncle Sam a $140-Billion
interest-free loan!
Now, 15 months later, Uncle Sam gives your
overpaid taxes back to you -- without paying
you any interest at all for the loan - and
most taxpayers smile and say "thank you" to
their tax preparer or to TurboTax, thinking
it is tax pro cleverness or smart technology
that got them a good deal.
No, it is their own lack of knowledge that
kept them from having another $200/month to
use for necessary living expenses.
Any taxpayer has the right to change the amount
of taxes being withheld from his/her paycheck,
any time his/her tax situation changes.
I found these step-by- step instructions for making
that change as well as many other Tax Tips for
Home Based Business Owners in:
It's How Much You KEEP, That Counts!
Not how much you Make"
-- said to be the only 'plain English' guide to
home-business tax breaks authorized by Congress.
It comes with an amazing author-backed guarantee:
"It will introduce you to new, additional tax
deductions worth at least 100-times what you paid,
or your money back - at any time, in any condition,
for a FULL YEAR." I have found it to be very useful.
6-MONTH TAX FILING DEADLINE EXTENSION?
Filing a Form 4868 to extend your tax filing deadline
for 6 months is not a big deal. The IRS expects to receive
10.3 million extension requests, and all of those
taxpayers will have their deadline automatically
extended to Oct. 15.
Oct. 15 is not only the final due-date for filing returns,
it is also the last date on which a return can be filed
that will get you your "Economic Stimulus payment."
If you file earlier, you will get your payment sooner.
If you file after Oct. 15, you lose out.
An extension of time to file is NOT an extension of time
to pay taxes you owe. But...
WHAT IF YOU CAN'T PAY TAXES YOU OWE BY APRIL 15?
Taxpayers who owe but can't pay in full, have
several options available to them.
Taxpayers should file their return on time,
pay as much as they can with your return,
and visit www.IRS.gov
or file Form 9465 (Installment Agreement Request)
if you need to request a payment agreement.
If you are filing a "paper tax return", recommended
(vs. electronic filing) be sure to attach Form 9465
to the FRONT of your return.
Though interest (currently at the rate of 6
percent per year) and late-payment penalties
(normally 1/2 of 1 percent per month) apply
to any tax paid after the April 15 deadline,
you can limit these charges by paying as
quickly as possible.
In addition, by filing your tax return on time,
even without full payment, a you will avoid
the much larger 5-percent-per-month late-filing
penalty.
A short-term extension gives a taxpayer up to
120 days to pay. No fee is charged, but the
late-payment penalty plus interest will apply.
A monthly payment plan or installment agreement
gives a taxpayer more time to pay, and, although
interest still applies, the late-payment penalty is
cut in half for any month an installment agreement
is in effect. This reduced rate of 1/4 of 1 percent
per month is ONLY available IF the tax return was
filed ON TIME.
A user fee will also be charged if the installment
agreement is approved. The fee (normally $105) will
be reduced to $52, if you agree to make monthly
payments electronically through electronic funds
withdrawal.
DID YOU OVERPAY YOUR TAXES? ...AGAIN?
So far, some 87-million taxpayers have filed
their 2007 Tax Returns and 70-million of them
(80%!) received refunds. AND the SIZE of the
refund averaged $2,761.00.
Why?
It's not because the IRS got religion in April!
It's because 80% of all taxpayers overpaid their
taxes all year long, to the tune of an extra,
overpaid $200.00+ every month, for 12 consecutive
months.
Collectively, we gave Uncle Sam a $140-Billion
interest-free loan!
Now, 15 months later, Uncle Sam gives your
overpaid taxes back to you -- without paying
you any interest at all for the loan - and
most taxpayers smile and say "thank you" to
their tax preparer or to TurboTax, thinking
it is tax pro cleverness or smart technology
that got them a good deal.
No, it is their own lack of knowledge that
kept them from having another $200/month to
use for necessary living expenses.
Any taxpayer has the right to change the amount
of taxes being withheld from his/her paycheck,
any time his/her tax situation changes.
I found these step-by- step instructions for making
that change as well as many other Tax Tips for
Home Based Business Owners in:
It's How Much You KEEP, That Counts!
Not how much you Make"
-- said to be the only 'plain English' guide to
home-business tax breaks authorized by Congress.
It comes with an amazing author-backed guarantee:
"It will introduce you to new, additional tax
deductions worth at least 100-times what you paid,
or your money back - at any time, in any condition,
for a FULL YEAR." I have found it to be very useful.
Thursday, April 03, 2008
Thank You Patricia Hodges Parker
Thank You Patricia Hodges Parker for hosting our BTW68 Reunion
meeting at your lovely residence.
As always, a good time was had by all.
The fellowship we experience is well worth the trip to
Hampton Roads, and we thank those who come from other locales
to join us.
We laughed, we reminesced, we discussed the pending agenda,
and enjoyed the bountiful fare.
Speaking of which, we also discussed health issues over plates
of pig's feet, fried chicken, and cheesecake. Ah!, good times.
You can view short video clips of our meetings by clicking on
the BTW68 At You Tube link located to the right of this page
under the LINKS column.
Once plans for our 40th reunion are finalized they will be posted
here in time for you to make plans to attend.
Our next meeting will be held Saturday, April 26th 2008.(tentative)
at Clarence Williams' home at 1616 Swan Lake Crescent, Chesapeake, Va.
Directions: From Downtown Norfolk take I-264 W toward DOWNTOWN NORFOLK -
go through the Downtown Tunnel.
Take the BOWERS HILL (US-13)/SUFFOLK (US-58)/NEWPORT NEWS (US-460)
exit onto I-664 N - go 2.7 mi
Take exit #12/DOCK LANDING RD toward DOCK LANDING RD WEST - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on DOCK LANDING RD(VA-663 S) - go 0.5 mi
Turn Left on JOLLIFF RD(VA-191) - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on GOOSE CREEK FLYWAY - go 0.3 mi
Turn Right on SWAN LAKE CRES
Arrive at 1616 SWAN LAKE CRES, CHESAPEAKE, on the Right.
Check back for updates before you embark.
While doing a search for our blog on Google and Yahoo, I came across
another BTW 68 located in Atlanta, Ga. I emailed them and invited them
to view our blog and email us. I viewed their website. They made me wonder
what they were doing while we were in our youth. Visit their site at:
www.btw68.org/ and let them know you stopped by.
Take Care
meeting at your lovely residence.
As always, a good time was had by all.
The fellowship we experience is well worth the trip to
Hampton Roads, and we thank those who come from other locales
to join us.
We laughed, we reminesced, we discussed the pending agenda,
and enjoyed the bountiful fare.
Speaking of which, we also discussed health issues over plates
of pig's feet, fried chicken, and cheesecake. Ah!, good times.
You can view short video clips of our meetings by clicking on
the BTW68 At You Tube link located to the right of this page
under the LINKS column.
Once plans for our 40th reunion are finalized they will be posted
here in time for you to make plans to attend.
Our next meeting will be held Saturday, April 26th 2008.(tentative)
at Clarence Williams' home at 1616 Swan Lake Crescent, Chesapeake, Va.
Directions: From Downtown Norfolk take I-264 W toward DOWNTOWN NORFOLK -
go through the Downtown Tunnel.
Take the BOWERS HILL (US-13)/SUFFOLK (US-58)/NEWPORT NEWS (US-460)
exit onto I-664 N - go 2.7 mi
Take exit #12/DOCK LANDING RD toward DOCK LANDING RD WEST - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on DOCK LANDING RD(VA-663 S) - go 0.5 mi
Turn Left on JOLLIFF RD(VA-191) - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on GOOSE CREEK FLYWAY - go 0.3 mi
Turn Right on SWAN LAKE CRES
Arrive at 1616 SWAN LAKE CRES, CHESAPEAKE, on the Right.
Check back for updates before you embark.
While doing a search for our blog on Google and Yahoo, I came across
another BTW 68 located in Atlanta, Ga. I emailed them and invited them
to view our blog and email us. I viewed their website. They made me wonder
what they were doing while we were in our youth. Visit their site at:
www.btw68.org/ and let them know you stopped by.
Take Care
Saturday, March 22, 2008
March Meeting Info
5 MONTHS LEFT TILL
B.T.W. CLASS OF '68 40TH REUNION!!!
PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND
OUR NEXT PLANNING MEETING
MARCH 29, 2008
HOST: PATRICIA HODGES PARKER
ADDRESS: 1701 BLUE GOOSE COURT
CHESAPEAKE, VA. 23464
TIME: 6:00 PM
PHONE: 757-620-5339
* DINNER ENTREES WILL BE PROVIDED
PLEASE, BRING A SIDE DISH TO COMPLETE A HOT MEAL!
CALL PATRICIA OR DOREATHA (630-1226) FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Directions:
I-264 W toward DOWNTOWN NORFOLK - go 9.3 mi
Take the BOWERS HILL (US-13)/SUFFOLK (US-58)/NEWPORT NEWS (US-460) exit onto I-664 N - go 2.7 mi
Take exit #12/DOCK LANDING RD toward DOCK LANDING RD WEST - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on DOCK LANDING RD(VA-663 S) - go 0.5 mi
Turn Left on JOLLIFF RD(VA-191) - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on GOOSE CREEK FLYWAY - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on BLUE GOOSE CT
Arrive at 1701 BLUE GOOSE CT, CHESAPEAKE, on the Right
B.T.W. CLASS OF '68 40TH REUNION!!!
PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND
OUR NEXT PLANNING MEETING
MARCH 29, 2008
HOST: PATRICIA HODGES PARKER
ADDRESS: 1701 BLUE GOOSE COURT
CHESAPEAKE, VA. 23464
TIME: 6:00 PM
PHONE: 757-620-5339
* DINNER ENTREES WILL BE PROVIDED
PLEASE, BRING A SIDE DISH TO COMPLETE A HOT MEAL!
CALL PATRICIA OR DOREATHA (630-1226) FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Directions:
I-264 W toward DOWNTOWN NORFOLK - go 9.3 mi
Take the BOWERS HILL (US-13)/SUFFOLK (US-58)/NEWPORT NEWS (US-460) exit onto I-664 N - go 2.7 mi
Take exit #12/DOCK LANDING RD toward DOCK LANDING RD WEST - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on DOCK LANDING RD(VA-663 S) - go 0.5 mi
Turn Left on JOLLIFF RD(VA-191) - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on GOOSE CREEK FLYWAY - go 0.2 mi
Turn Left on BLUE GOOSE CT
Arrive at 1701 BLUE GOOSE CT, CHESAPEAKE, on the Right
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Two Horses
Two Horses
Just up the road from my home is a field, with two horses in it.
From a distance, each horse looks like any other horse.
But if you stop your car, or are walking by, you will notice
something quite amazing....
Looking into the eyes of one horse will disclose that he is blind.
His owner has chosen not to have him put down, but has made
a good home for him. This alone is amazing.
If you stand nearby and listen, you will hear the sound of a bell.
Looking around for the source of the sound, you will see that it
comes from the smaller horse in the field.
Attached to the horse's halter is a small bell.
It lets the blind friend know where the other horse is, so he can
follow.
As you stand and watch these two friends, you'll see that the
horse with the bell is always checking on the blind horse, and
that the blind horse will listen for the bell and then slowly walk
to where the otherhorse is, trusting that he will not be led astray.
When the horse with the bell returns to the shelter of the barn each
evening, it stops occasionally and looks back, making sure that the
blind friend isn't too far behind to hear the bell.
Like the owners of these two horses, God does not throw us away
just because we are not perfect or because we have problems or
challenges.
He watches over us and even brings others into our lives to help us
when we are in need.
Sometimes we are the blind horse being guided by the little ringing
bell of those who God places in our lives.
Other times we are the guide horse, helping others to find their way....
Good friends are like that... you may not always see them, but you
know they are always there.
Please listen for my bell and I'll listen for yours. And remember...
be kinder than necessary-everyone you meet is fighting some kind
of battle.
Live simply, Love generously, Care deeply, Speak kindly....
Leave the rest to God
Just up the road from my home is a field, with two horses in it.
From a distance, each horse looks like any other horse.
But if you stop your car, or are walking by, you will notice
something quite amazing....
Looking into the eyes of one horse will disclose that he is blind.
His owner has chosen not to have him put down, but has made
a good home for him. This alone is amazing.
If you stand nearby and listen, you will hear the sound of a bell.
Looking around for the source of the sound, you will see that it
comes from the smaller horse in the field.
Attached to the horse's halter is a small bell.
It lets the blind friend know where the other horse is, so he can
follow.
As you stand and watch these two friends, you'll see that the
horse with the bell is always checking on the blind horse, and
that the blind horse will listen for the bell and then slowly walk
to where the otherhorse is, trusting that he will not be led astray.
When the horse with the bell returns to the shelter of the barn each
evening, it stops occasionally and looks back, making sure that the
blind friend isn't too far behind to hear the bell.
Like the owners of these two horses, God does not throw us away
just because we are not perfect or because we have problems or
challenges.
He watches over us and even brings others into our lives to help us
when we are in need.
Sometimes we are the blind horse being guided by the little ringing
bell of those who God places in our lives.
Other times we are the guide horse, helping others to find their way....
Good friends are like that... you may not always see them, but you
know they are always there.
Please listen for my bell and I'll listen for yours. And remember...
be kinder than necessary-everyone you meet is fighting some kind
of battle.
Live simply, Love generously, Care deeply, Speak kindly....
Leave the rest to God
Monday, February 18, 2008
We Had A Very Good Time
Thank you Sharon for hosting a very productive and fun filled meeting. Your hospitality was greatly appreciated and the sumptuous fare were delicious.
Kudos to you.
More info and photos to come. Meanwhile, enjoy the video and photos below.
Kudos to you.
More info and photos to come. Meanwhile, enjoy the video and photos below.
Saturday, February 09, 2008
February Meeting Info
Our class meeting will be held Sunday, February 17th at Sharon Mayfield's Home.
HOST: SHARON MAYFIELD CRUZ
TIME: 5:00 PM
ADDRESS: 2024 MELSTONE DR.
VA. BEACH, VA. 23456
PHONE: 757-427-1742
SHARON WILL PREPARE AN ENTREE AND ASK CLASSMATES TO BRING SIDE DISHES.
That weekend will be a long one because of President"s Day.
There should be a good turnout because of the "QUE" Mardi Gras
being held on the 16th. Hope to see you there.
DIRECTIONS FROM LYNNHAVEN PARKWAY:
EXIT THE INTERSTATE AT THE LYNNHAVEN-PRINCESS ANN EXIT
THEN:
LEFT ON HOLLAND RD.
LEFT ONTO DAM NECK RD
SLIGHT RIGHT ONTO LONDON BRIDGE
RIGHT ONTO PINE VIEW AVE.
LEFT ONTO WINDY PINES BND
RIGHT ONTO PINEY BARK DR.
LEFT GREY FOX LANE
RIGHT ONTO MELSTONE DR.
CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU!!!!!!
PHOTOS FROM JANUARY'S MEETING
HOST: SHARON MAYFIELD CRUZ
TIME: 5:00 PM
ADDRESS: 2024 MELSTONE DR.
VA. BEACH, VA. 23456
PHONE: 757-427-1742
SHARON WILL PREPARE AN ENTREE AND ASK CLASSMATES TO BRING SIDE DISHES.
That weekend will be a long one because of President"s Day.
There should be a good turnout because of the "QUE" Mardi Gras
being held on the 16th. Hope to see you there.
EXIT THE INTERSTATE AT THE LYNNHAVEN-PRINCESS ANN EXIT
THEN:
LEFT ON HOLLAND RD.
LEFT ONTO DAM NECK RD
SLIGHT RIGHT ONTO LONDON BRIDGE
RIGHT ONTO PINE VIEW AVE.
LEFT ONTO WINDY PINES BND
RIGHT ONTO PINEY BARK DR.
LEFT GREY FOX LANE
RIGHT ONTO MELSTONE DR.
CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU!!!!!!
Friday, February 01, 2008
Info On The Free Google Pack
Greetings All,
This will be a long post because it gives info on 13 FREE
software downloads that you may find useful. Some of you
may have some of the components in this package.
And some of these will duplicate features you already have
in other programs on your computer.
I should have given you this info a long time ago, but since
I have had some inquiries about the photo album and slide
show on our blog, now is a good time.
As you may have discovered, the slideshow and photo album is
a feature of Google's Picassa Photo album. Which, in turn,
is a part of Google Pack.
Google Pack is a collection of 13 free, very useful software
programs from Google and other companies.
The various software programs enable the user to browse the
web faster, remove spyware and viruses, organize your photos,
and much more.
You can download and install the entire Google Pack, or select
only those programs you want with just a few clicks.
Google Pack also includes Google Updater which keeps the Google
Pack software up-to-date and advises you of new programs as
they become available.
My personal favorite by far is Google Earth
(the free version, of course).
This program enables the user to view any location on the
earth using satellite imaging.
Just type in a location and click and Google Earth takes you
there as if you were flying. You can zoom in on a specific
address or an area of interest.
What you will see are actual satellite photos of the location.
Google Earth is great for viewing driving directions, trip
planning, finding a business, or house or apartment hunting.
I used Google Earth to familiarize myself with the Waldorf-
Brandywine, Md. area for Rufus Jackson's cookout last summer.
The "layering" feature allows you to view available roads,
lodging, restaurants, and schools, etc. in your area of
interest.
Google Earth is truly an "armchair adventurer's" dream.
See the all the exotic places on earth without leaving your P.C.
Check out the Pyramids of Giza, Jerusalem, the Temple of
Baalbek, Machu Pichu,Tiwanaku (Tiahuanacu), and other ancient
structures, or geographical features.
Upgrades are are available with even more powerful features
for a reasonable price. It's also MAC compatible.
If you have a dial up internet connection you may experience
slow performance. Also, the better your computer's graphics
card, the better the images will appear.
I should mention here that Microsoft has a similar program
called Virtual Earth which can be accessed through Windows Live
Search.
For your convienience, I am placing a link to Google Pack in the
links column to the right of the page.
Other programs in the Google Pack are:
Google Desktop - Desktop companion
It"s not just a screen full of folders and icons. Not only can
you quickly search your computer for files, emails, and web
history, you can view news, photos and more anywhere on your
desktop.
Google Desktop comes with Sidebar where you can get all of your
personalized information in one place.
Google Desktop is fully integrated with most of Google just add
Google Gadgets to customize your desktop and Sidebar to work the
way you want it to.
Google Desktop will even suggest new gadgets you can use based on
topics you are most interested in.
A Google Gadget is a software code that allows you to customize
your desktop, sidebar, or Google Homepage. There are gadgets for
calendars, favorite videos and movies, and adding and searching
web clips, and much more.
Picasa - Photo organizer
Picasa allows you to instantly locate and organize, edit, and
share all the photos and pictures on your computer in seconds.
You can even remove red eye and fix photos easily.
Picasa finds the pictures you forgot you had by scanning the
images on your computer and automatically sorts them by date.
Picasa will organize your entire collection while you watch.
Move and re-name a picture or a group of pictures in seconds
by simply dragging and dropping pictures from one folder in
Picasa to another.
Then make a label for your photo or groups to make viewing
and sharing easier, and for making slide shows, movies,or
for emailing.
You can even give your photos a gold star rating to easily
find your favorites, and you can password protect those photos
you want to keep private.
Google Pack Screensaver - Photo screensaver
After you have organized your photos from your personal
collection with Picassa, load them into the Google Pack
Screensaver - Photo screen saver and view pictures full screen
or as a collage, or turn photos from your personal collection
into a screensaver.
Configuration is easy and you can set the selection, transition,
and timing of the rotation of your images.
Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer - Search toolbar
This program installs in seconds and enables you to search from
any web page, autofill forms with one click, and block annoying
pop-ups.
View the button gallery and add buttons to the Google Toolbar to
search your favorite sites, bookmark frequently visited pages and
access them from anywhere,and translate pages into English instantly.
Add the spell checker button for your email.There's even a button
for sharing web pages with friends using a blog, email, or SMS.
Google Toolbar is available in Enterprise Edition and Firefox
versions
Mozilla Firefox with Google Toolbar - Web browser
Google touts Mozilla Firefox with Google Toolbar as a
"A Better Web Experience".
Firefox is easy to install and import your favorites.
It comes with many useful features like tabbed browsing,
Live Bookmarks, an integrated Search bar, quick page loading,
and easier navigation for everyone, including those who are
visually or motor-impaired.
Firefox delivers Web pages faster than ever and keeps you more
secure when you’re browsing the Web by blocking viruses,worms,
spyware, and popup ads.
The new Software Update feature makes it easy to get the latest
security and feature updates to Firefox which are automatically
downloaded in the background and prompts you when they are ready
to be installed.
The above is just a small list of features Firefox has.
StarOffice 8
Now you can have a full-featured office productivity suite that's compatible
with Microsoft Office at just a slice of the cost.
StarOffice 8 is a complete office productivity solution for up to $300 less! Save on software so you can invest where it counts: in your business.
StarOffice 8 offers superb compatibility with other office products. Microsoft Office users will find a familiar interface that allows you read, edit and write Office file formats. One-click output to PDF is an easy way to
share printable documents in a universally recognized format.
StarOffice 8 runs on multiple platforms: Solaris, Windows, and Linux.
Enjoy the same editing experience on your workstation as on your laptop.
Spyware Doctor® Starter Edition - for Google™ Pack users
In association with Google™ you can now download a FREE
copy of Spyware Doctor Starter Edition as part of the Google
Pack.
Detects, removes and blocks all types of Spyware and Adware
threats.
Easiest to use with intelligent automatic protection.
Norton™ Security Scan
Norton™ Security Scan is a free, easy-to-use tool that scans your PC
for viruses, spyware, and other threats. » Download Google Pack.
Key Features of Norton Security Scan
Scans for threats residing on your PC
Detects and removes viruses, worms, and Trojan horses
Warns you of spyware and unwanted adware
Schedules regular scans
Automatically receives updates**
Skype for Windows
Make calls from your computer – free to other people on Skype,
cheap to phones and mobiles across the world. And the sound quality
is great too – keep it running all day, and it’s like you’re in the same
room as the person on the other end.
Features
Free Skype-to-Skype calls to people anywhere in the world.
Free video calls - plus get more detail than ever before with High Quality Video.
Call phones and mobiles at pretty cheap rates per minute.
Instant message when it’s not a good time to talk.
Forward your calls and get text messages when you’re not online.
Adobe Reader 7 - PDF reader
Adobe Systems' PDF (portable document file) reader allows you to
view, print, and search PDF files and launches up to 50% faster
than Adobe Reader 6.0.
There are optional software programs you can add to Google Pack
such as:
Google Talk - Voice and IM application- Call or send instant
messages to your friends for free. All you need to make free calls
is an Internet connection, a microphone, and a speaker.
Google Video Player - Video player- Play videos purchased and
downloaded through the Google Video website.
RealPlayer - Media player - Play popular media formats, organize
music and videosand transfer music to iPod and other portable media
players.
GalleryPlayer HD Images - acquire, organize and display the world's
finest art and photography from the world's finest museums and galleries.
For as little as $0.99 per image, you can bring great masters like
Monet, van Gogh, Degas and Andy Warhol into your home or office.
Perfect for your screensaver or desktop.
Well, there you have it , an overview of Google Pack and it's
components.
This is truly a great value for anyone seeking to enhance their
web experience,or add to their computer's capability for free.
Remember, you don't have to download all the programs, just the
ones you want.
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This will be a long post because it gives info on 13 FREE
software downloads that you may find useful. Some of you
may have some of the components in this package.
And some of these will duplicate features you already have
in other programs on your computer.
I should have given you this info a long time ago, but since
I have had some inquiries about the photo album and slide
show on our blog, now is a good time.
As you may have discovered, the slideshow and photo album is
a feature of Google's Picassa Photo album. Which, in turn,
is a part of Google Pack.
Google Pack is a collection of 13 free, very useful software
programs from Google and other companies.
The various software programs enable the user to browse the
web faster, remove spyware and viruses, organize your photos,
and much more.
You can download and install the entire Google Pack, or select
only those programs you want with just a few clicks.
Google Pack also includes Google Updater which keeps the Google
Pack software up-to-date and advises you of new programs as
they become available.
My personal favorite by far is Google Earth
(the free version, of course).
This program enables the user to view any location on the
earth using satellite imaging.
Just type in a location and click and Google Earth takes you
there as if you were flying. You can zoom in on a specific
address or an area of interest.
What you will see are actual satellite photos of the location.
Google Earth is great for viewing driving directions, trip
planning, finding a business, or house or apartment hunting.
I used Google Earth to familiarize myself with the Waldorf-
Brandywine, Md. area for Rufus Jackson's cookout last summer.
The "layering" feature allows you to view available roads,
lodging, restaurants, and schools, etc. in your area of
interest.
Google Earth is truly an "armchair adventurer's" dream.
See the all the exotic places on earth without leaving your P.C.
Check out the Pyramids of Giza, Jerusalem, the Temple of
Baalbek, Machu Pichu,Tiwanaku (Tiahuanacu), and other ancient
structures, or geographical features.
Upgrades are are available with even more powerful features
for a reasonable price. It's also MAC compatible.
If you have a dial up internet connection you may experience
slow performance. Also, the better your computer's graphics
card, the better the images will appear.
I should mention here that Microsoft has a similar program
called Virtual Earth which can be accessed through Windows Live
Search.
For your convienience, I am placing a link to Google Pack in the
links column to the right of the page.
Other programs in the Google Pack are:
Google Desktop - Desktop companion
It"s not just a screen full of folders and icons. Not only can
you quickly search your computer for files, emails, and web
history, you can view news, photos and more anywhere on your
desktop.
Google Desktop comes with Sidebar where you can get all of your
personalized information in one place.
Google Desktop is fully integrated with most of Google just add
Google Gadgets to customize your desktop and Sidebar to work the
way you want it to.
Google Desktop will even suggest new gadgets you can use based on
topics you are most interested in.
A Google Gadget is a software code that allows you to customize
your desktop, sidebar, or Google Homepage. There are gadgets for
calendars, favorite videos and movies, and adding and searching
web clips, and much more.
Picasa - Photo organizer
Picasa allows you to instantly locate and organize, edit, and
share all the photos and pictures on your computer in seconds.
You can even remove red eye and fix photos easily.
Picasa finds the pictures you forgot you had by scanning the
images on your computer and automatically sorts them by date.
Picasa will organize your entire collection while you watch.
Move and re-name a picture or a group of pictures in seconds
by simply dragging and dropping pictures from one folder in
Picasa to another.
Then make a label for your photo or groups to make viewing
and sharing easier, and for making slide shows, movies,or
for emailing.
You can even give your photos a gold star rating to easily
find your favorites, and you can password protect those photos
you want to keep private.
Google Pack Screensaver - Photo screensaver
After you have organized your photos from your personal
collection with Picassa, load them into the Google Pack
Screensaver - Photo screen saver and view pictures full screen
or as a collage, or turn photos from your personal collection
into a screensaver.
Configuration is easy and you can set the selection, transition,
and timing of the rotation of your images.
Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer - Search toolbar
This program installs in seconds and enables you to search from
any web page, autofill forms with one click, and block annoying
pop-ups.
View the button gallery and add buttons to the Google Toolbar to
search your favorite sites, bookmark frequently visited pages and
access them from anywhere,and translate pages into English instantly.
Add the spell checker button for your email.There's even a button
for sharing web pages with friends using a blog, email, or SMS.
Google Toolbar is available in Enterprise Edition and Firefox
versions
Mozilla Firefox with Google Toolbar - Web browser
Google touts Mozilla Firefox with Google Toolbar as a
"A Better Web Experience".
Firefox is easy to install and import your favorites.
It comes with many useful features like tabbed browsing,
Live Bookmarks, an integrated Search bar, quick page loading,
and easier navigation for everyone, including those who are
visually or motor-impaired.
Firefox delivers Web pages faster than ever and keeps you more
secure when you’re browsing the Web by blocking viruses,worms,
spyware, and popup ads.
The new Software Update feature makes it easy to get the latest
security and feature updates to Firefox which are automatically
downloaded in the background and prompts you when they are ready
to be installed.
The above is just a small list of features Firefox has.
StarOffice 8
Now you can have a full-featured office productivity suite that's compatible
with Microsoft Office at just a slice of the cost.
StarOffice 8 is a complete office productivity solution for up to $300 less! Save on software so you can invest where it counts: in your business.
StarOffice 8 offers superb compatibility with other office products. Microsoft Office users will find a familiar interface that allows you read, edit and write Office file formats. One-click output to PDF is an easy way to
share printable documents in a universally recognized format.
StarOffice 8 runs on multiple platforms: Solaris, Windows, and Linux.
Enjoy the same editing experience on your workstation as on your laptop.
Spyware Doctor® Starter Edition - for Google™ Pack users
In association with Google™ you can now download a FREE
copy of Spyware Doctor Starter Edition as part of the Google
Pack.
Detects, removes and blocks all types of Spyware and Adware
threats.
Easiest to use with intelligent automatic protection.
Norton™ Security Scan
Norton™ Security Scan is a free, easy-to-use tool that scans your PC
for viruses, spyware, and other threats. » Download Google Pack.
Key Features of Norton Security Scan
Scans for threats residing on your PC
Detects and removes viruses, worms, and Trojan horses
Warns you of spyware and unwanted adware
Schedules regular scans
Automatically receives updates**
Skype for Windows
Make calls from your computer – free to other people on Skype,
cheap to phones and mobiles across the world. And the sound quality
is great too – keep it running all day, and it’s like you’re in the same
room as the person on the other end.
Features
Free Skype-to-Skype calls to people anywhere in the world.
Free video calls - plus get more detail than ever before with High Quality Video.
Call phones and mobiles at pretty cheap rates per minute.
Instant message when it’s not a good time to talk.
Forward your calls and get text messages when you’re not online.
Adobe Reader 7 - PDF reader
Adobe Systems' PDF (portable document file) reader allows you to
view, print, and search PDF files and launches up to 50% faster
than Adobe Reader 6.0.
There are optional software programs you can add to Google Pack
such as:
Google Talk - Voice and IM application- Call or send instant
messages to your friends for free. All you need to make free calls
is an Internet connection, a microphone, and a speaker.
Google Video Player - Video player- Play videos purchased and
downloaded through the Google Video website.
RealPlayer - Media player - Play popular media formats, organize
music and videosand transfer music to iPod and other portable media
players.
GalleryPlayer HD Images - acquire, organize and display the world's
finest art and photography from the world's finest museums and galleries.
For as little as $0.99 per image, you can bring great masters like
Monet, van Gogh, Degas and Andy Warhol into your home or office.
Perfect for your screensaver or desktop.
Well, there you have it , an overview of Google Pack and it's
components.
This is truly a great value for anyone seeking to enhance their
web experience,or add to their computer's capability for free.
Remember, you don't have to download all the programs, just the
ones you want.
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Saturday, January 19, 2008
DON'T LET THE WEATHER STOP YOU!!
DON'T LET THE WEATHER STOP YOU!!!
OUR MEETING TODAY, 1/19/08, IS HOSTED BY:
ARCHIE DIANNE WINFIELD BACON
AT:
1401 SUFFIELD CIRCLE
VA. BEACH, VA. 23456
TIME: 5:00 PM
PHONES:
H - 757-965-9393
C - 410-207-5681
DIRECTIONS FROM INDIAN RIVER ROAD:
BEAR LEFT ONTO FERREL PKWY.
MAKE A RIGHT ONTO PLEASANT VALLEY
MAKE THE FIRST LEFT ONTO GREEN LAWN
MAKE A LEFT ONTO STAGHORN
MAKE A LEFT ONTO SUFFIELD CIRCLE
OUR MEETING TODAY, 1/19/08, IS HOSTED BY:
ARCHIE DIANNE WINFIELD BACON
AT:
1401 SUFFIELD CIRCLE
VA. BEACH, VA. 23456
TIME: 5:00 PM
PHONES:
H - 757-965-9393
C - 410-207-5681
DIRECTIONS FROM INDIAN RIVER ROAD:
BEAR LEFT ONTO FERREL PKWY.
MAKE A RIGHT ONTO PLEASANT VALLEY
MAKE THE FIRST LEFT ONTO GREEN LAWN
MAKE A LEFT ONTO STAGHORN
MAKE A LEFT ONTO SUFFIELD CIRCLE
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Class Meeting Info & Photos
HELLO CLASSMATES,
OUR NEXT REUNION PLANNING MEETING INFORMATION IS:
DATE: JAN: 19TH 2008
TIME: 5:00 PM- UNTIL
HOST: ARCHIE DIANNE WINFIELD BACON
ADDRESS: 1401 SUFFIELD CIRCLE
VA. BEACH, VA 23456
PHONES: H-757-965-9393 C-410-207-5681
FEEL FREE TO BRING SPECIAL "BEVERAGES OF CHOICE" AND A POT-LUCK DISH!
BELOW YOU WILL FIND PICTURES TAKEN AT OUR LAST MEETING.
AS USUAL,WE HAD A GREAT TIME!!!
PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND. WE WANT YOU IN OUR NEXT PICTURES.
Walter Williams
Sharon Mayfield & Patricia Hodges
Regina Grange
Terry
Beverly Brown
Mike Epps
Mike & Doreatha
Randolph Branch
Sharon Wallace & James Ward
Terry slicing his birthday cake.
Ailene Staton
Doreatha Winfield
Edward West
OUR NEXT REUNION PLANNING MEETING INFORMATION IS:
DATE: JAN: 19TH 2008
TIME: 5:00 PM- UNTIL
HOST: ARCHIE DIANNE WINFIELD BACON
ADDRESS: 1401 SUFFIELD CIRCLE
VA. BEACH, VA 23456
PHONES: H-757-965-9393 C-410-207-5681
FEEL FREE TO BRING SPECIAL "BEVERAGES OF CHOICE" AND A POT-LUCK DISH!
BELOW YOU WILL FIND PICTURES TAKEN AT OUR LAST MEETING.
AS USUAL,WE HAD A GREAT TIME!!!
PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND. WE WANT YOU IN OUR NEXT PICTURES.
Walter Williams
Sharon Mayfield & Patricia Hodges
Regina Grange
Terry
Beverly Brown
Mike Epps
Mike & Doreatha
Randolph Branch
Sharon Wallace & James Ward
Terry slicing his birthday cake.
Ailene Staton
Doreatha Winfield
Edward West
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