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Comments: Jack, Oh Jack, I wondered when you where going to chime in.
Comments: Now if we could just get McGee to stop singing that old Mac Davis song, "Oh Lord it's hard to be humble when you're perfect in every way..." Bovie would join him in a duo, but he doesn't know the words! Maybe it wouldn't scare people off.
Comments: BLB, Sandy is right...you didn't see Ronnie Allen. He passed away in 1987 three years after our son, Kevin, was killed in a car wreck and a little over a year after having had open-heart surgery, but I'm sure he's smiling just knowing someone remembered him  Sandy McM, Ronney, it's really a real head scratcher as to why people don't want to be found BUT there are ALWAYS underlying reasons...some good....some not so good. When Sue and Eileen called me right after John passed away, I couldn't bear to be around people...the time just wasn't right....but now it sure is...and I'm really glad to rekindle old friendships and generate a few new ones as well.  
Comments: A couple of things we all need to practice ... forgiveness and humility. As for being on a more level playing field now, we were teenagers and I think we've all matured a lot since those days.
Comments: Sandy Mc: I know what you mean about the bragging. I went to the 10-year reunion and left hating it. Everyone was trying to one-up each other, bragging like crazy. I had no idea why we needed to do that. I didn't go to another reunion until the 25-year reunion....and that was only because Bovie said if I didn't show up, he would drive to my house and drag me there kicking and screaming and digging my heels into the dirt. I must admit, either the bragging had stopped, or I had learned how to ignore it, or both. I had issues that made me feel uncomfortable with the reunions. One person was so horribly cruel to me in school that when I saw him at the 25th reunion, he tried to be nice to me. I wouldn't give him the time of day. Now I feel guilty because he has passed away. I don't have the chance to reconcile. I don't have the chance AND I took away his chance. I applaud him for trying, though. If some are uncomfortable and don't want to be with us, I feel a sense of grief over it; but, that is their decision. We must honor that. We have enough of us who come to the reunions and get togethers that we can have fun and develop/strengthen relationships...even if we have spats every now and then. I am happy to now call those who I felt would probably never have a thing to do with me in school my friends. As J.D. mentioned on the phone to me recently, we are now on a level plain with one another. What a shame we didn't put ourselves on such a level plain when we were in school. Can you imagine the strength of the friendships we could have had?
Comments: My reply to Bobby; I was one of the reluctant ones. I didn't know Sandy and she was asking me for information that I don't us ally give out and especially to be in print. I have paid for years to have my phone number unpublished, why, because I am single. I am on the no call list, but I still occasionally get unwanted calls. I had been working almost 24/7, for the last few years and had no time for myself, barely enough time for family and close friends. I loved school from the first grade through high school. But as Sandy said there are a lot of people that would rather forget. I find that very sad, that after 40 years wounds still have not healed. As it had emerged, we were "all" insecure. What's even sadder, is that maybe one of us caused that wound. At 59/60 years of age, it's time people just be themselves and to have the right to what they want to do and what they don't won't to do. Personally, I wouldn't take anything in the world for the last two years renewing old friendships and making new ones. Linda P and I have been the best of friends since Jr high, she is like a sister, but have failed to maintain that because we were so busy raising three kids each. We always knew the other was there, but only saw each other at funerals or chamber functions. No anymore! My pet peeve about reunions. Bragging,.. I did this, I have this...I really believe that's why people or reluctant. Or maybe they are going to ask me to contribute $. I don't care what anyone has or what they are worth, if they drive a new car or ride the bus. Things are not who you are. Quit worrying what people think. Enjoy life and love your friends. BTW: I use my address book all the time, with exception of where Ron lived. And boy did SNL let me know.
Comments: BLB, just because someone doesn't want to reunite with old classmates, doesn't mean they're afraid. It just mean they probably weren't that crazy about us in the first place!   Some never liked HS or the whole HS environment. Several have told me they just don't want to go back to a place in time in which they were uncomfortable. But luckily many of us do enjoy the old friendships and we're still having fun!!!
Comments: SNL...You are right!!But what are they afraid of??
Comments: BLB - - I doubt it was Ronnie Allen you saw at Parkland. You're thinking of Gary Allen aren't you? Gary is still a Dr ( at least 2 years ago when I talked with his wife) and they still live in Garland. They wanted nothing to do with the reunion and he never responded to my message or the invite we sent him.
Comments: John Southworth....good going on the abstract of judgment! If that weazel ever sells his home, you'll get your $$$ before he gets his... In the event he walks out and leaves the home, I'll put you in touch with Stretch Armstrong.....he loves sports cars!
Comments: DMC...Lots of good people From Sunset and Adamson.Could have married a Gal from each,but found my SOUL MATE in EVA Or AVA!I was a BIG Motown fan and still love the Music....By the way, Last time I saw Ronny Allen , he was trying to decide from a Brilliant Med Career to being a Minister.Told me this while we saw each other at Parkland.I do not know where he is now.He comes in with a spiral notebook and his fellow classmates were carrying 12 books.He was Awesome.!!!...I do not understand it either ST.Are they afraid of something, or do they think they are better than everyone?We all do something dif ,whether it be walking among Rattlesnakes, golfing 70's ,being CIA or whatever!I am taking notes guys,I will write a book.If you do not wnat to be mentioned , you better tell me now!as far as a movie...we will be better than American Graffiti...and we have Dennis to help us.
Comments: Thanks Donna! It's amazing what spreading out several hundred photos over 3 pgs instead of one can do! I'm looking forward to re-posting the older GNO pics & the Racing pics too. I hated to remove them but ran out of room. Tonight Barb, Toni & I are picking up dinner & taking it to Amy's house to have dinner with Christie. Amy said Christie is excited and can't wait to see us. Mr. Smiley, you are a sneaky rascal. Took you a long time to get that come-back, even if it did come thru JS! 
Comments: Hey SNL Love the new pic addition seems to be much easier to nav. Thanks for all your hard wlrk keeping us up 2 date and all.
Comments: Reserved, one pair of waders, size 14 trouser style. Does not come with a guarantee, caution could spill over.
Comments: bUTTER fINGERS it's not fair to have me laughing on my back swing or 3 foot putts. Sandy Mc I need size 14 in the waders better make'm above the knees the BS just seems to grow and grow and grow Sandy Joe ure Rangers looked really good tonite not |
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