Reflection

September 5, 2010

Dear Family Members,

Was just thinking what a great day we had just a week ago. It was so good to see all of you and to enjoy talking and catching up with what is happening in your lives. Seeing all of the little ones and enjoying their energy and enthusiasm was a real joy. Thanks for coming and making this reunion such a success. Your prayers were appreciated for the beautiful weather as well. The potluck of food and beverages were outstanding and abundant. Thanks for all the delicious selections.

As we were wrapping things up, John and Dulcie agreed to plan the next gathering in Columbus for the same weekend, possibly next year. It would be great if we could add our support and help them as much as everyone helped with this one.

I did acquire two new serving spoons if anyone is missing them. One is a black plastic and the other a stainless steel. Let me know if you would like them returned - only joking!

Thanks also for your financial contributions - we actually have a surplus of $45 to start next years gathering. Here is a breakdown of expenses -

Metro-park rental of WillowBend $150.00
Postcards 20.00
Plastic tablecloths 8.59
Nametags (buy better ones) 1.08
Plates 18.59
Chicken(3@ 45.95; pizza@20.00) 157.85
8# hotdogs,buns and candy 50.08
Paper plates 18.59
Total $424.78


Again it was great to see so many of you. I truly appreciated those of you who came from distances beyond our local area and kept the date a priority. God’s richest blessings to you until we meet again.

Love,
Marianne