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Place: The Woodlands Comments: What a wonderful treat to hear the news of Miss Houser. I adored her and her typing class was a very special and educational class for me. I remember being the typing champion, and sitting next to Dale Moses. I loved that he wrote in my yearbook that he wouldn't have survived High School without my constant harassment in typing class. The feeling was mutual, and I remember him as being a truly kind and talented person.
Place: 66erville Comments: Nice try, Ms. Houser. I'm sure you don't remember me. I was that quiet kid on the third row, banging away, but never able to type more than 45 WPM. You should be happy to hear, later on, using skills I learned in your class and the Army, I was able to type about 90 WPM. As long as what I was typing was "The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog's back 12345678910 times" and "Now is the time for all good men to come to the aid of their country". Those were the two lines we used to test the teletype machines after we repaired them. Since then I have decided that my fingers are dyslexic, so my inability to type is not my fault but a medical condition. But I did really enjoy your class!
Place: KC, MO Comments: What a nice note from "Miss Houser". Although I was not in one of her classes, I do remember her. She was one of several of our teachers who really were not that much older than the students whom they taught. I'm sorry that she won't be able to join us in three weeks. Now that I think about it, I might have been in one of Miss Houser's typing classes for about three minutes during our Junior year. As I remember it, the class had too many students. I believe it was the vice-principal who came to the class and asked those who planned to go to college to raise their hands. (Would that have been Mr. Artmann or Mr. Pitts?) At any rate, those of us who raised our hands had to leave the class in favor of those who planned to enter the work force following graduation. The explanation was that the latter group would need typing skills more than the former group. I never quite understood that, particularly as I was "hunting and pecking" my way through research papers at North Texas. The hardest part of typing those papers was figuring out how much room should be left on each page for the footnotes. Thankfully typewriters eventually gave way to word processors, which then gave way to computers and all of their bells and whistles. Auto formatting is a wonderful thing! Three weeks from tonight! Yea! Love to all - Carol
Place: Paradise Comments: Happy Birthday and Anniversary to all of you. Fred and I just celebrated our 46th Anniversary (it was actually March 26th) with a 7 day Alaskan Cruise. It was AWESOME! This has been a busy year for us. We went to Disney World in May with 4 of our Grand kids (and their parents) None of us had ever been before. Lots of fun. Then in July for my Birthday our Daughter Wendy and 4 kids and myself went to the beach for 9 days. This is is a tradition we've had for 8 years. In April I was diagnosed with Non Alcoholic Cirrhosis of the Liver. ( I about fell out of my chair, because I Don't Drink, then the Doctor explained everything to me) I'm having test done on a regular basis. I have to have another CT Scan done next Wednesday. The hard part is my energy level has dropped, which is hard for me because I love being active with our 10 Grandchildren. But I truly believe the Lord won't put more on me than I can handle. I don't comment on the guest book very often, but I try to keep up with it. I pray for all that have been ill, hurt or lost loved ones. Sam so glad to hear you are doing so well, You are an inspiration to all of us. We are so Excited about the 50th Reunion! See you in a couple of weeks ![[love]](/images/boards/smilies/love.gif "Love - :love:") Love & Hugs to all
Place: Richardson Comments: There you go Jack! How could anyone forget you! ![[smile]](/images/boards/smilies/smile.gif "Smile - :)") Margaret sent the nicest email the other day and I asked if it was OK to post it here. She's a remarkable lady. Below in blue is her email and I only removed her personal address and pho #. If you would like it, please let me know as she would love to hear from you. Hello Sandy, I taught for two years at SOC following my graduation from SMU from 1964-1966. My maiden name was Margaret Houser, and I taught primarily the Typing I classes. I have kept up with your website for at least 5 years, maybe longer. I moved back to my hometown in 1974, and to marry my best friend from long ago. We have been married for 41 years now. I was a business teacher in a high school for a total of 38 years. I started at SOC on manual typewriters, and ended here in Corpus Christi as a computer/accounting teacher. After I left SOC, I taught 8 years at W. T. White in Dallas. Margaret Houser De Ville Corpus Christi, Texas 78412 margaretdeville@msn.com
Place: Corpus Christi, TX Comments: Just a note to let Jack Hawkins know that I remember him. Good memories. Thanks to Roe for the kind words. Margaret
Place: 66erville Comments: OK. I cleaned the grill so I'm ready to cook up the zucchini. Don and Barbara got the chicken covered. SNL, you getting the mashed potatoes from KFC? I remember the hotel chef said he would do the cakes in house. That leaves the rolls. Who'll do the rolls?
Place: Reunion Update Comments: We are almost at max capacity (190) for Saturday night reunion. We have 180 registered for Sat and 164 for Friday. Can't believe 3 weeks & it's finally here!! ATTENTION - The Directory has Closed and is off to the printer. As stated on your registration form, if you sent in your registration you will receive a directory in your packet, along with a name badge. You may pick up the packet at the Registration Desk in the hall outside of the ballroom. Registration Desk Open: Friday 5:15 to 7:30pm & Saturday 5:30 to 7:30pm Dinner Menu for Friday & Saturday Nights: Friday: A self-serve buffet from 7:00 to 8:30pm Hot Dogs & Hamburgers with all the condiments - - Chips, Brownies & Homemade Cookies. Iced Tea, Coffee & Water Saturday: A sit-down plated dinner will be served at 7:00pm Salad, Panko Crusted Chicken, mashed potatoes & grilled zucchini strips, along with hot rolls. Chocolate Cake for dessert. Iced Tea, Coffee and Water
Place: 66erville Comments: Yes, Happy Birthday to all you Teacher's Pets! See, Charles, I told you she liked you better than me.
Place: Northeast, Texas Comments: So surprised to hear from Mrs Houser from Royce City, Tx without your patience & understanding I would not be typing this message to You. What a fun class, with your smile & personality I looked forward each afternoon attending your class.
Place: Midlothian Comments: Thanks also to a special lady Mrs Houser De Ville, would like to see you and find out what you been up to.
Place: Midlothian Comments: A big THANK YOU to all my of friends that have wished me birthday wishes on guest book, Facebook, cards and calls. I look forward to seeing everyone at the reunion. The ones that cannot attend will be missed. Thanks again...your the best of the best!!!
Place: Corpus Christi, Texas Comments: A "belated birthday to Charles Moss, Janie Jones, Rusty Powers, and Sammy Smith. I remember these four during my early teaching days.
Place: The Woodlands, TX Comments: Memo to Dale Smiley: Dru and I were most inspired by how you celebrated your 46th wedding anniversary and we decided to follow your lead. I phoned Rancho Loma this morning to make reservations for our 46th. Laurie, the proprietor & chef, seemed most gracious. She inquired about the date reminding me they only serve on weekends. When I mentioned our 46th anny is in November 2040 the line went dead. Guess they have poor cellphone reception in Talpa? I'll try again this afternoon.
Place: Reunion Central Comments: As a point of interest regarding our site. The first month this new site came up (Jan) it had 3130 hits. As the Reunion draws closer it has increased each month. July had 3853 and as of a few minutes ago, there have been 4540 hits in Aug, and the day isn't over yet! Every time someone comes onto the site it reflects a hit. Guess we're getting a lot of lookers wanting to see Who's Attending the reunion and what's going on. |
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