It's like time stood still, you all look beautiful.Thats what makes a great party,good friends,lots of laughs, and you beautiful girls.Amazing time, wish we were back at the hotel doing it again....
It's been over two weeks since we had the reunion, and the feeling lingers on. It reminds one of a clear, crisp, cool Makowsky night with its cluster of stars twinkling high above in the heavens. And if we look closely, we can still see that shooting star flame out before our very eyes.
Yes, the emotion of that weekend came and went way too fast for all of us. For now, we realize that we were so young and innocent; and the times and friendships we shared back then, were indeed very special.
When we left Makowsky's, we left behind the innocence of our youth. We never thought it possible to share those feelings again, but thanks to Rob, Mitch, Larry, Judy & Steve, we were given a second chance. And for their hard work we will all be eternally grateful. Thank you for taking us all back to Camelot.
And as I read your posts, the same message rings through loud and clear. That despite our laughs, and sometime our tears, for some of us our beloved family and friends weren't there to share this special weekend with us. Nonetheless, they remain alive in our hearts and prayers. So in this "fast food" world that exists today, perhaps we really should listen to you wonderful ladies and plan ahead to do this "Same Time Next Year."
And I leave you with a poem that I did not write myself, but only wish I had. It was written by Linda Ellis and published with breathtaking photographs and music. If you would like a copy emailed, please write to me at bobhutt99@ol.com. It's very apropos and expresses the feelings we all should have...
"I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend. He referred to the dates on her tombstone from the beginning...to the end.
He noted that first came the date of her birth and spoke of the following date with tears, but he said what mattered most of all, was the dash between those years.
For that dash represents all the time that she spent alive on earth, and now only those who loved her know what that little line is worth.
For it matters not, how much we own...the cars, the house, the cash.
What matters is how we live and love and how we spend the dash.
So think about this long and hard; are there things you'd like to change?
For you never know how much time is left that can still be arranged.
If we could just slow down enough to consider what's true and real;
And, always try to understand the way other people feel.
And be less quick to anger;
And show appreciation more;
And love the people in our lives like we never loved before.
If we treat each other with respect, and more often wear a smile.
Remembering that this special dash might only last a while.
So when your eulogy is being read with your life's actions to rehash;
Would you be proud of the things they say about how you spent your dash?"
It was sooo nice to see all you ladies. Not enough time to really "strike up the band" with everyone. When i was in the pool with Jody, Andrew and Shari hangin out it was a great flashback.
Let's break this down a little, How about Next year in South Florida ? I absolutely insist , you're all invited to camp out in my back yard. But it has to be in the winter (South Florida winter)...NO ?
You guys ar equick on ther trigger. i wanted to be the first to say Happy Birthday to Rob and Ellen. Have a piece of corn, watermellon and a mission grape soda on me,
Hey Folks , on behalf of Ellen & Myself we'd like to say thanks for the birthday wishes. We've spent so many birthdays together with 'yuzguys'. It means so much to us to have eternal friends like you. Thanks again.
Also , as of today the Snapfish photo albums have been updated. There are now over 200 reunion pictures to view. Keep sending me these to enter and add to the collection. If you haven't gotten the invite yet contact me javaman54@hotmail.com to get one.
It was wonderful to see everyone at the reunion! I had a great time. Thank you Robert for sending the link to all the great pictures taken at the reunion. The few pictures I took did not come out well enough to share. I wish I had a better memory. Since I didn't know everyone as well as most peolpe did,it would have been nice if all the pictures enclosed on the CD had captions or a list of who was in each picture in the old days. Also it would be nice if the pictures send on the Snapfish site had captions, or a list. Twenty years from now when our families ask us who all the people are our memories might not serve us as well as now. How about each person send in a picture of how they looked as a child or teenager and also one with their family or signifigant other now? It would be great for those people who could not attend the reunion, like my sister Lynn. She sends regards. Love to all, Arlene
Ok Ladies , You're all still beautiful
11 Comments:
At 7/28/2006 11:56 PM ,
LARRY said...
It's like time stood still, you all look beautiful.Thats what makes a great party,good friends,lots of laughs, and you beautiful girls.Amazing time, wish we were back at the hotel doing it again....
At 7/30/2006 11:58 AM ,
Rob said...
Hey Nona , Isn't that the movie where Alan Alda gets together with an old flame for an annual 'Schtup' . HHMMM
At 7/31/2006 11:33 PM ,
Bob Hutt said...
It's been over two weeks since we had the reunion, and the feeling lingers on. It reminds one of a clear, crisp, cool Makowsky night with its cluster of stars twinkling high above in the heavens. And if we look closely, we can still see that shooting star flame out before our very eyes.
Yes, the emotion of that weekend came and went way too fast for all of us. For now, we realize that we were so young and innocent; and the times and friendships we shared back then, were indeed very special.
When we left Makowsky's, we left behind the innocence of our youth. We never thought it possible to share those feelings again, but thanks to Rob, Mitch, Larry, Judy & Steve, we were given a second chance. And for their hard work we will all be eternally grateful. Thank you for taking us all back to Camelot.
And as I read your posts, the same message rings through loud and clear. That despite our laughs, and sometime our tears, for some of us our beloved family and friends weren't there to share this special weekend with us. Nonetheless, they remain alive in our hearts and prayers. So in this "fast food" world that exists today, perhaps we really should listen to you wonderful ladies and plan ahead to do this "Same Time Next Year."
And I leave you with a poem that I did not write myself, but only wish I had. It was written by Linda Ellis and published with breathtaking photographs and music. If you would like a copy emailed, please write to me at bobhutt99@ol.com. It's very apropos and expresses the feelings we all should have...
"I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend. He referred to the dates on her tombstone from the beginning...to the end.
He noted that first came the date of her birth and spoke of the following date with tears, but he said what mattered most of all, was the dash between those years.
For that dash represents all the time that she spent alive on earth, and now only those who loved her know what that little line is worth.
For it matters not, how much we own...the cars, the house, the cash.
What matters is how we live and love and how we spend the dash.
So think about this long and hard; are there things you'd like to change?
For you never know how much time is left that can still be arranged.
If we could just slow down enough to consider what's true and real;
And, always try to understand the way other people feel.
And be less quick to anger;
And show appreciation more;
And love the people in our lives like we never loved before.
If we treat each other with respect, and more often wear a smile.
Remembering that this special dash might only last a while.
So when your eulogy is being read with your life's actions to rehash;
Would you be proud of the things they say about how you spent your dash?"
At 8/01/2006 5:23 PM ,
augie said...
It was sooo nice to see all you ladies. Not enough time to really "strike up the band" with everyone. When i was in the pool with Jody, Andrew and Shari hangin out it was a great flashback.
At 8/01/2006 9:19 PM ,
Rob said...
Let's break this down a little, How about Next year in South Florida ? I absolutely insist , you're all invited to camp out in my back yard. But it has to be in the winter (South Florida winter)...NO ?
At 8/02/2006 8:02 AM ,
Mitch said...
All my bags are packed, I'm ready to go....
At 8/02/2006 8:07 AM ,
Mitch said...
Oh...btw...Rob would never be self serving....so let me be the first!
Happy Birthday to Ellen & Rob...Today is their birthday let's all wish them a wonderful day. Happy birthday guys...
Da Da Da Da ....It is your birthday!...(Forgive me Beatles)
At 8/02/2006 10:49 AM ,
augie said...
You guys ar equick on ther trigger. i wanted to be the first to say Happy Birthday to Rob and Ellen. Have a piece of corn, watermellon and a mission grape soda on me,
At 8/02/2006 2:09 PM ,
Bob Hutt said...
Happy B-Day and many many more.
Bobby
At 8/02/2006 11:48 PM ,
Rob said...
Hey Folks , on behalf of Ellen & Myself we'd like to say thanks for the birthday wishes. We've spent so many birthdays together with 'yuzguys'. It means so much to us to have eternal friends like you. Thanks again.
Also , as of today the Snapfish photo albums have been updated. There are now over 200 reunion pictures to view. Keep sending me these to enter and add to the collection. If you haven't gotten the invite yet contact me javaman54@hotmail.com to get one.
At 8/03/2006 7:09 PM ,
ArleneCas said...
It was wonderful to see everyone at the reunion! I had a great time. Thank you Robert for sending the link to all the great pictures taken at the reunion. The few pictures I took did not come out well enough to share.
I wish I had a better memory. Since I didn't know everyone as well as most peolpe did,it would have been nice if all the pictures enclosed on the CD had captions or a list of who was in each picture in the old days. Also it would be nice if the pictures send on the Snapfish site had captions, or a list. Twenty years from now when our families ask us who all the people are our memories might not serve us as well as now.
How about each person send in a picture of how they looked as a child or teenager and also one with their family or signifigant other now? It would be great for those people who could not attend the reunion, like my sister Lynn. She sends regards.
Love to all, Arlene
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