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08/18/06
- NNHS Newsletter "Money buys you everything except the chance to do it again."
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Matthew Clayfield |
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Dear Friends and Schoolmates,
Forty-eleven
years ago, a very wise woman told me that if you wanted people to like you,
do something nice for them; if you wanted people to love you, let
them do something nice for you.
I must say, I can feel that love!
Thank you all so very much!
Today's Newsletter theme represents the first in a series of twelve Beach Boys themes to round out our summer, as suggested by our Wonderful Wizard of Wonderment: |
From Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 08/12/06 - "More MIDIs":
Well ....... it is August and in
1964 we would all be at
Buckroe all day every day. So why not do a series
of Beach Boys? You can pick 'em off at this site: http://rock.mididb.com/beachboys/ (Be careful; some are karaoke, with background only, e.g. "God Only Knows") And you can d/l the lyrics here: http://www.sing365.com/music/lyric.nsf/Beach-Boys-lyrics/505A50D462AD5CE84825699D00291A07 Should get us thru the end of August. D It should indeed, Captain - thanks! What a great choice! And if any of y'all ever find that elusive time machine, Buckroe in 1964 is the very first place I want to see! Meanwhile, take a look at these fabulous images Dave found for us nearly three years ago: http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/buckroe-BW.html
Thanks again, Brown Eyes!
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NEWBIES:
1.
Mike Jeffers ('61) of VA - 08/17/06 - "NNHS 65
website":
Hi Carol,
I just got my first glimpse of the great
NNHS Newsletter.
Wondering if I could get on the mailing list?
Mike Jeffers
Michael Darlin'!
You just did!
The Newsletters are just a small
part of what is available on the site itself, but in recent years have
taken center stage. The other sections are listed alphabetically on
the left side of the front page:
There are several sections which
will be of interest to you immediately, but hopefully you will find many
more which will catch your eye.
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/alumni-list.html -
now with your name included
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/Happy-Birthday.html -
your birthday has been listed here since this page opened. It was one of
only three I remembered from forty-eleven years ago. If I've been
celebrating the wrong date all these years, please let me know!
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/obit-sara-jeffers.html
- your dear sweet mama's obituary
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/old-stomping.html -
practically everything herein!
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/trinity-methodist.html -
notice the picture with Scotty (Jeffers - '68 - of VA)
It is so good to hear from you!
You picked a rather embarrassing time (for me!) to join us, but I've been
trying for years to divest myself of false pride, so maybe this period in
my life will expedite that!
Whenever you have memories to share, just send them. We're always delighted to receive them. |
2.
Edward Peeples ('47) of VA via
Bobby Hilling ('62) of VA - 08/17/06:
Hi Carol,
Hope you are well.
... Please add
Edward Peeples, Class of 1947,
to your newsletter mailing list. His
email is _____________. Thanks
And, Thank you for all that you
do......
Thank you, Bobby!
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From Mimi Weger Green ('40) of VA - 08/15/06:
Dear Carol, You do so much for so many. As old as I am, I still enjoy reading about you young folks, and think it's wonderful that you bring so many old friends together. I know a lot of the people who write you, through my children, ![]() ![]() I'm putting a small check in the mail. Wish it could be more, but if each person who enjoys your newsletters would send a little something, maybe it could help solve your current problems. I hope your situation improves shortly. Wishing you all the best - physically, mentally, and financially. Miriam (Mimi) Weger Green. NNHS Class of '40 (Mrs. Danny Green)
Thank you so very much, Mimi! I really appreciate that!
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From Joe Wingo, President of the Class of 1965, of NC - 08/16/06:
Dear Carol, First, I'm thrilled that the response to you emergency has been so broad. As far as how you choose to handle the newsletter costs going forward, might I just say that now everyone knows the financial strain involved, it seems like all you need to do is to begin each month with a notice of what the coming month's publishing cost will be. Your readers will take it from there now, I do believe. The main point, in my view, is that you need not bear this expense yourself! Certainly your time and devotion to this process is a mighty contribution from you already. Brighter days are ahead!! Take care of yourself. Joe Thank
you so very much, Sweetie!
See you in September!
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From Don Chaney ('66) of MD - 08/16/06:
Carol,
You and
your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I will go to the bank at lunch
time today. Will email you afterwards.
Don Chaney,
Branch Chief Emails are good, but the surprise phone call was even more fun! Thank you so very, very much - for everything! I'll see you in
September!
Oh, goody! Anagrams! Don't tell me - I got it! No, really, I got it! "On the Side of Doing
Outstanding, Caring, Personal Ministries: Magnanimous Chief Master Boss"!
RIGHT?!?
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From Harron Ellenson ('65) of MA - 08/16/06 - "NNHS 65
website":
Harron Ellenson
President
Harron & Associates
229 Berkeley Street
Boston, MA 02116
AHA! I located the problem, Harron! It was working for me when I found your message and when I edited that Newsletter, but later I found that 00freehost and all its sites were down for several hours. That happens from time to time, usually at the very most inconvenient time for me. There's nothing I can do about it except hope and pray they resolve their problems soon, and this time they appear to have done just that. Thanks again, Harron!
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From Joe
Madagan ('57)
of FL
- 08/16/06 - "A TYPHOON Health Tip":
Hi, Carol:
Since learning that
Eliminate all breads, which turn to sugar
immediately. A good substitute and one that satisfies the craving for bread
is Ezekiel 4:9 sprouted whole grain bread. It is found in the freezer
display case at the health food section of most supermarkets.
My dear friend,
The high protein recipe is given in the Old Testament in the Holy Scriptures:
“Take also unto thee Wheat and Barley
and Beans and Lentils and Millet and Spelt and put them in a vessel and make
bread of it..” Ezekiel 4:9.
That is my health tip of the day! TYPHOON Regards, Joe Madagan (’57) of FL I will definitely check
into this, Joe! If I can't find it there, there's a great health food
store just ten minutes away on my regular beaten path! Thanks!
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From Betty Brockwell McClure ('58) of VA - 08/16/06 - "Hold On":
Dear Carol,
I have been crying since reading your note
regarding your financial situation. I know personally how it feels to
have that panicky feeling inside as I wonder when my husband (or I) will
ever find a job. It's a stressor of the highest degree! I am looking for
a job now (at age 65!); fortunately, my husband's job is secure.
Carol, I am so sorry that I have not sent a
contribution toward the Newsletter. I just hope that my measly little
check will help you in some small way. I will mail it tomorrow. If I
were able, I would send much more.
My tears continue as I read about all the
wonderful
NNHS
alumni who are responding to your crisis. Obviously, they all love you as
I do. I have never met you, but I know you are a lovely lady, inside and
out!
"All things work together for good to them
that love God". (Romans 8:28) My Papa used to tell me this quite often.
Love to you, Carol, and your Family,
Betty Brockwell McClure ('58)
Thank
you so much, Betty - especially for all your kind, sweet words!
You take care of
yourself, and our prayers and best wishes go with you in your job search!
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From One of my
Famous Marines -
Herb Hice of MI, who
served in the Pacific Theater
during WWII - 08/16/06
- "Dear Carol, People love to be asked for voluntary Contributions to help
out.":
From Joe
Madagan ('57)
of FL
- 08/16/06:
Hi, Carol:
While reading the
Newsletter
today, I thought my computer may have been suddenly hit with a virus, for
the screen got so blurry. Then I realized how moving it was to read of the
love and compassion shown to you and
![]() AMEN to that! My haste and lack of proof reading my last message to you caused me much embarrassment as I read the newsletter today. I promise to do better in the future. Well, Adonis, the
proofreading is really ultimately my responsibility. My eyes were
having difficulty focusing then. I still don't see anything wrong,
so I'm using that "Inability to Concentrate" card.....
We just published an article on the USS Enterprise (CV-6) in "The Seahorse" and when it is added to the website of the United States Seagoing Marines Association I will send along the website link, for those who enjoy military history. She was the most decorated ship in World War II.
SUPER!!! We'll look forward to that!
May I add my "Thanks" to the "TYPHOON Family" for
their wonderful acts of compassion, by digging into their "Samaritan
Purse" to ease the pain.
TYPHOON Regards,
Joe Madagan ('57) of FL
Thanks again, Sweet
Adonis! They are just the best!
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From Jay Styles ('68) of NC - 08/16/06
- "NNHS 65
website":
Hello Carol,
Hope you are MUCH better now. Seems I remember
someone saying that you don't have to suffer alone, that you had a large
support base, and if everybody pitched-in the load would be much easier to
manage. I just returned from my trip to Hilton Head, SC and learned of
your troubles, which I hope are in the past-tense. I am sending you a
check made out to you, to use in anyway that you desire, even if it's to
lay-in a years supply of bubble-gum. From time-to-time, more will follow
with the same instructions and limitations. Go out and splurge! Saturday
we drove through Fayetteville (is that pronounced Fetville?) and I thought
of you.
That is correct, although I've also heard the variant, "Federal". It was also the hottest town that we drove through on the way. Yes, we do often hold that dubious distinction. I'm with you - LET IT SNOW!!! If you saw a Torch Red Chevy going South on Rt. 421 that was us. Saw three alligators on the trip, the first that we've seen in the wild. While water skiing, dolphins came to within 20-25 feet of us, now that was way cool, even though it was hot and humid. I do love these mountains. WOWZERS!!!
An old and dear friend told me the other day
that too many times in your rush to find something, sometimes all you have
to do is look under your nose. There's a whole TYPHOON nation under
yours that loves you to death. Please take care.
Jay Styles, '68
And one of these first days when I'm not afraid I'll short out my keyboard with my tears, I'll try to tell you just why that is such a treasured feeling for me...... Thanks so much, Sweetie!
I really enjoyed talking with you the other day!
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From One of my
Famous Marines -
Herb Hice of MI, who
served in the Pacific Theater
during WWII - 08/16/06
- "Dear Carol, On the road again.":
Dear Carol,
To start the oh's and aw's again, Your Friend, Herbie Ohhhhh! Awwww! WILD GIGGLES!!!
Thanks, Herbie!
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From Cheryl Pless Ramsey ('64) of VA - 08/16/06:
Dearest Carol, Since I don’t check my e-mail on a regular basis, I did not know of your financial difficulties. I can’t tell you how much I enjoy this wonderful Newsletter, as I know all our Classmates do. You bring so much joy to our lives daily—I just don’t know how we would get along without you! I am sending your way a check which will help in a small way and is a small “thank you” from me for all the wonderful things you do for all of us. You are truly an inspiration!! May God Bless you and your family! I look forward to seeing you soon! Typhoons Forever!! Cheryl Pless Ramsey (Class of ’64) Thank
you so much, Cheryl - for everything!
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From Cathy Slusser Hudson ('64) of VA - 08/16/06 - "Love and Blessings":
Hi Carol:
Just wanted to let you know that, I just had the bank
send you a small donation to help with whatever needs to be done. I hope
all will work out for you and your family. Just remember that God blessed
all of us with your talents and wisdom. If not for you, all of us would
never have gotten to know each other and been able to share our stories in
life, our joys and troubles, and yes, our Tears too.
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Oh, my goodness, Cathy!
Sometimes your words just blow me completely away! Thank you so much -
for everything!
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From My #2 Son, Brent Harty (Hillsboro HS, IL - '90) of IL - 08/16/06 - "Before
and After":
Amazing! ... I'm
stunned ... Who would have thought that all your efforts for NNHS reunions and websites, etc, that seemed to me as often as not a use of time that could have been spent more wisely, would someday have stood as the reason that your family now has the temporary wherewithal to pay off bills in a time of great need?! I would never have thought this to be a possibility of such blessings as you now are receiving.... It is great to see the work of angels, our brothers and sisters, here on earth to support us and guard the way in our time of need... even when it is financial. Best wishes and love you all...bh
Thank you,
Brent!
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From Fred Mays ('60) of VA - 08/17/06 - "Our Wish for you is the VERY BEST to
come
your way!":
From Mike Jeffers ('61) of VA - 08/17/06 - "Old Stuff":
![]() I looked around for a way to add my email to the contact list but no luck. Let me know how to do that. I always thought I was 5 years older than you, but it is only 4 years-nine months (I was born in '42).
I just changed
your birth year to '42 from the '43 I had posted, and added your email
addie for you. I'm sure there's a way to make the site interactive, but
that's way over my head, so I'll just keep giving myself extra work. It
keeps me off the streets.
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/Happy-Birthday.html
I remember when your baby
brother was born. Your mama used to call him "Jack Kevin". My mama
and I used to baby sit him at our apartment in
Stuart Gardens about the time he
started walking. I had a snapshot of him I carried in my billfold for
years. What a doll baby he was!
I'm glad you're well and
happy!
I remember
Peterson's Yacht Basin.......
Thanks.......Mike J.
WILD
RAUCOUS GIGGLES!!! Thanks, Gorgeous!
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From Carolyn Simpson Knight (‘56) of VA - 08/17/06 - "NNHS 65
website":
Hi Carol, Hopefully, things are “looking up” for you and your family and that it will only continue to get better. I have a favor to ask.
First, the “absolute
deadline” for reservations for the 50th - Year Reunion
celebration of the Class of 1956 is September 15, 2006!! Checks may be
mailed to
Judy Leggette Elliott
Secondly, I have tried
unsuccessfully to locate the address (and telephone number) of
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion-class-of-1956.html Thanks Carol, and keep your chin up!!! Good things happen to someone that we all love. Carolyn Simpson Knight, ‘56 “Typhoons Forever” Thanks, Carolyn!
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From Joe
Madagan ('57)
of FL
- 08/18/06:
Hi, Everyone:
Greetings
from Tampa Bay: ![]() I am certain he would be delighted to hear from the Class of 1956. He is retired now, and has difficulty traveling. Even if he is unable to make it to Newport News, he will be touched to receive an invitation since he was one of the NNHS Class of 1956 sponsors. Here is the contact information: (sent to Carolyn, and available upon request)
TYPHOON Regards,
Joe Madagan ('57) of FL
Thanks, Major Madagan!
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From Carolyn Simpson Knight (‘56) of VA - 08/17/06
Greetings from “Hot and Humid” Newport News!!!
Thanks,
TYPHOON Regards and Love, Carolyn Simpson Knight, ‘56
WOWZERONI!!! Do keep us posted,
Carolyn! (And I'll try to have all this posted on your reunion page before tomorrow....) |
ALERTS:
From Dee Hodges Bartram ('66) of VA - 03/13/06:
Point Plaza Hotel is located just north of
the I-64 and Route 17 interchange, Exit #258. We have reserved a block of
rooms there for Friday and Saturday nights at a special rate of $84, plus
tax for an efficiency, and $99 plus tax for a suite. You must book your rooms no later than Thursday, August 31st. Please call (800) 841-1112 or (757) 599-4460 and identify yourself as an attendee of the NNHS Class of 1966 Reunion being held there on September 30th to receive this special rate.
Thanks, Dee!
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From Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 06/20/06 - "ATTENTION
ALL CLASS
OF 1964 TYPHOONS":
If you will require lodging, we have
reserved a block of 15 rooms at the Point Plaza, 950 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.,
Newport News VA, for Saturday night, October 14th, at a special NNHS rate of
$79 (Standard) or $99 (Suite) plus 12.5% tax. You must make your reservation
NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2006. Call
1-757-599-4460 or 1-800-841-1112. In order to receive the special rate, you
must clearly say "NNHS Class of 1964 Birthday Celebration" when making the
reservation. Because of this requirement, it is recommended that you DO NOT
make your reservation over the Internet.
Thank you, David!
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REUNION REMINDERS: Reunion information is ALWAYS posted very near the top on the front page, and on the Reunion Page section: http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion-page.html Henceforth, it will be repeated here, lest you forget: |
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The Great Open Reunion sponsored by the NNHS Class of 1966 in honor of their graduation 40 years ago will be held on Friday, September 29, 2006 from 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM at RJ’s Restaurant, 12743 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, VA. On Saturday, September 30, 2006, meet at 11:00 AM at Newport News High School (now Huntington Hall) for a tour of the high school and gym. Parking is available next to the gym on Huntington Avenue. On Saturday, September 30, 2006 from 7:00 PM to midnight,,the grand affair will be held at Point Plaza Hotel, 950 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard, Newport News, VA, 757-599-4460. CONTACT Dee Hodges Bartram at dhbartram@cox.net. AND CHECK THIS WEB PAGE FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION - 08/11/06:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion-class-of-1966.html
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Photographic Memories of the Event: |
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ATTENTION:
NNHS CLASS OF 1964
The
60th Birthday Celebration
INFORMAL "SOCK HOP" (WEEJUNS AND BLEEDING MADRAS, IF YA GOT 'EM), CATERED FOOD, ADULT BEVERAGES, MUSIC, DANCING, BIRTHDAY CAKE We all agree that the Class of
1964 throws the best parties, and we really were flattered that so many
members of other classes attended our 40-year Reunion. However, the
Committee chose to invite only members of the Class of 1964 CONTACT Dave Spriggs at nnhs64@cox.netAND CHECK THIS WEB PAGE FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION - 08/15/06: http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/60-BIRTHDAY-1964-B.html
OUR
60th BIRTHDAY PARTY PLANS ARE NOW FINALIZED, AND THE INVITATIONS
HAVE BEEN MAILED TO YOU, BUT YOU CAN ALSO SIGN UP RIGHT HERE.
ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS OPEN THIS WEB
PAGE:
THEN PRINT OUT AND COMPLETE
THE RESERVATION FORM
AND POP IT ... AND THE CHECK ... IN
THE MAIL TO US. IT IS JUST THAT SIMPLE.
AND, AT THE RIDICULOUSLY LOW FEE OF $25.00 PER PERSON, HOW COULD YOU EVEN CONSIDER MISSING THIS GALA EVENT?
(HECK!! I'D GIVE IT
AWAY, BUT COOKIE WON'T LET ME!!)
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The
Grand 50-year Reunion of the NNHS Class of 1956 will be held on Friday, October 20, 2006 at the James River Country Club, Newport News, VA from 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Cost is $56.00 per person, reservations required by Aug. 1.
On
Saturday, October
21, 2006
at 7:00 PM, a casual get-together will be held in a Hospitality
Room, Country Inn & Suites on Route 17, Newport News, for all
classmates
CONTACT Judy Leggette Elliott at
jandcelliott@aol.com
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"Dinner" Planning Meetings for The Class of 1962! They would love to have as many of their classmates as possible to participate in the future as they plan the details of their upcoming 45-Year Reunion!! Please plan to join them at their next meeting. If you did not receive an announcement, they do not have your address. Please email Pat Floyd Pride at patnnhs@cox.net or Brenda Amos Williams at typhoonmom@juno.com for directions, and so that you can stay in touch.
Visit Brenda's 1962 Web Page: AND CHECK THIS WEB PAGE FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION - 05/10/06:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion-62-planning-mtgs.html
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As there will be bonus editions on both Saturday and Sunday, I've pulled some material to hold in reserve for you until then. Thank you once more for the incredible outpouring of love. The crisis is not yet over, nor will it be until Paul has a new job, but for the moment, we can breathe easier, now that y'all have bought us some time. Returning to my It's a Wonderful Life (1946).metaphor, I'm reminded of this line spoken to George Bailey in one of the closing scenes: Clarence: Remember, George: no man is a failure who has friends.
Like George, I never, ever dreamed I had so many friends.
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Y'all take care of each other! TYPHOONS FOREVER!
Love to all, Carol - the Richest Woman in Town
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NNHS CLASS OF '65 WEB SITE:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com
PERSONAL WEB SITE:
http://www.angelfire.com/weird2/cluckmeat
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Carol Buckley
Harty
219 Four Ply Lane
Fayetteville, NC 29311-9305
910-488-9408
Do It Again
(Beach Boys)
It's automatic when I
Talk with old friends
The conversation turns to
Girls we knew when their
Hair was soft and long and the
Beach was the place to go
Suntanned bodies and
Waves of sunshine the
California girls and a
Beautiful coastline
Warmed up weather
Let's get together and
Do it again
With a girl the lonely sea looks good [and bright]
Makes your nighttimes warm and out of sight
Been so long
(Hey now hey now hey now hey now hey now)
(Hey now hey now hey now hey now hey now)
Well I've been thinking 'bout
All the places we've surfed and danced and
All the faces we've missed so let's get
Back together and do it again
Ow!
"Do It
Again"
midi courtesy of
http://rock.mididb.com/beachboys/
at the suggestion of Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 08/12/06
Thanks, Dave!
"Do It
Again"
lyrics courtesy of
http://www.sing365.com/music/lyric.nsf/Do-It-Again-lyrics-Beach-Boys/C31E119FDFE4C216482569850004669F
also at the suggestion of Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 08/12/06
Thanks again, Dave!
"Surfing USA - Malibu, California" Poster Image courtesy of http://www.sportsposterwarehouse.com/warehouse/surfinusa04por.htm - 08/29/05
"Surfing Guide to Southern California - 1963" Image courtesy of http://www.surfresearch.com.au/rbs.html - 08/29/05
Animated Multi-Colored Bar Divider Line clip art courtesy of http://www.wtv-zone.com/nevr2l82/bars2.html - 08/17/06
Navy Seal clip art courtesy of http://www.onemileup.com/miniSeals.asp - 05/29/06
Animated "NEW" clip art courtesy of http://gifsnow.com/ - 03/07/06
Page Hit Counter clip art courtesy of http://www.bravenet.com - 03/07/06
Army Seal clip art courtesy of Al
Farber ('64) of GA - 05/24/06
Thanks, Al!
Marine Corps Seal clip art
courtesy of
Herbert Hice of MI
- one of my
Famous Marines who served in the South
Pacific during WWII.
Thanks, Herbie!
Animated Cheering Smiley clip art courtesy of Al Farber ('64) of GA - 08/18/05
HEY! That was a year ago today!
Thanks again, Al!
Hillsboro Topper (Band Version) clip art courtesy of
http://www.hillsboroschools.net/schools/hhs/activities/music2/Band/bio.html
- 06/07/08
Thanks, Mark!