We were the class of 1958, members of the Greatest Generation as well as children of the Greatest Generation. Born in 1940, we are also called members of the Traditional Generation.
Our childhood, post World War II, "was the best of times . . . it was the age of wisdom . . . it was the epoch of belief . . .it was the season of Light . . . it was the spring of hope . . . we had everything before us . . .we were all going direct to Heaven . . . ." (A Tale of Two Cities, Charles Dickens.) At least, that's the way I felt about it. We were truly blessed.
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I second Ouida's appreciation note to the reunion committee. And thank you Jinny for forwarding Patsy's message today. Patsy, a big bear hug to you and all of you Meridianites who have made our 50th possible. As a volunteer member of two condo association boards, I am unhappy to say that I feel your pain. Shoot me if I am wrong, but I think I have not launched a complaint. In my heart, I am just grateful to anyone who is doing the work. I know how much time and energy (which as we approach our 70s is diminishing) volunteer positions exact from us. From my side, no need to defend your position at all. You did all the work, made a recommendation and all that I feel is a thank you.
Tee
First, I totally agree that you are due a big vote of Thanks. Without the work of the committee, there would be no reunion.
I think the committee should keep in mind the words of Aesop, "When you seek to please everybody, you please nobody."
I feel certain you made the best decisions based on the choices available taking into consideration the wants/needs of the majority.
Those who have a problem with your decisions should get over it and add their names to the committee for 2013.
I whole heartedly agree with Tee and John. Thanks to all you guys who put forth all the effort and spent your time to put this all together. There are some people who don't like what is done by anybody. They are never pleased. I know it is a lot of work to get all this together and get the word out to everyone else and I think the Silver Star will be a great place for the reunion. If anyone does not want to gamble, then don't!! It is a nice place for a get together with a nice hotel and plenty of things to do besides gamble.I son't know of any place in Meridian that has the facilites and as much to offer. Thanks for all your work and don't let the complainers get to you.
To the Reunion Committee: "We have not walked a mile in your shoes," therefore have no right to complain. We trust that you did your very best for us, and thank you for your volunteer work that we know you did out of love.
Bare hugs? Or bear hugs? Either way. I applaud the committee's creative thinking in selecting our unique site. Ingenious! Thanks to your prodigious efforts we have a venue commensurate with the occasion. a 50th, that's right, a 50th reunion. I think the location will leave an indelible imprint precisely because of its location.
To those critical of the planning, site choice, cost, etc, I've got an idea. Don't come!
I do so much appreciate what you, the reunion committee and Merdian people, have always done for us through the years in putting on these reunions. I think you made the best possible decision about having in Philadelphia. I am so grateful to all who have done all the work, especially now as even simple things are more difficult for all of us. We are losing our energy and stamina to do. There are always ungrateful __________ in every group. Ignore them and keep trucking.
David ... the type of hug (bear or bare) will be at the mutual consent of the hugging parties. Group hugs will be permitted, again at the mutual consent of all hugging parties. Bare hugs, if and when conducted must be in accordance with all applicable laws and rules of decorum - unless such bare hugs whether group or individual are conducted other than in public places.
John, whatever happens in Philadelphia, stays in Philadelphia.
(((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))) to each and every member of the Committee. You're doing a great job and we appreciate your work.
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