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"The man who
makes no mistakes - Edward John Phelps (1822-1900) |
Dear Friends and Schoolmates,
I'm a "leetle
bit flusterstrated" today, as the construction workers accidentally hit my
cable-internet-phone lines
before 8:00 AM this morning, and I wasn't reconnected for nine-and-a-half
hours! ARGHHH!!!
In desperation I finally put on
"Set Sail",
the USNA Glee Club CD which Joe
Madagan ('57) of FL gave me
some time ago, and sat down to crochet the little white suit for Jonathan's
blessing. There's just nothing quite
like a group of gorgeous Midshipmen singing to you to relieve stress - works
every time!
(Well, except for that part when
they sang "Eternal Father, Strong to Save (The Navy Hymn)" and I started bawling
my eyes out,
as usual....)
Thanks again, Adonis! I do love that CD!
Well, do we have a grab-bag of items today!!! Sit back and relax - it's a long one!
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From An Anonymous Benefactor - 09/10/05:
WOWZERONI-RINI!!! THANKS!!!
I had just determined that it
would be January at the earliest before I could purchase a new one, and was
grinding my teeth and trying to learn to accept reality. But I'm such
a spoiled brat, and I've always felt that
reality was highly overrated anyway. This is incredibly generous of you!
Thanks so very much!
From Gloria Woolard Price (Hampton HS - '65) of FL - 09/10/05:
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Gloria Woolard |
May 1965 Gloria Woolard and Alex Gatewood |
Gloria Woolard Price | ||
AWWWW!!! Thanks,
Gloria - how cute!!! I threw in the middle shot myself. It's
already posted on our Prom
page anyway!
http://nnhs65.00freehost.com/prom.html
From My Friend, Judy, of IL - 09/10/05:
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Thanks, Judy! I have the perfect spot for this: http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/old-stomping.html http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/OOSG-N-R.html http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/pop-arnolds-esso-station.html |
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From Jamey Douglas Bacon ('66) of VA - 09/10/05:
I HAVE HAD A VERY HARD TIME FINDING A PLACE
THAT WILL TAKE CLOTHING FOR THE KATRINA
VICTIMS - CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT? THE RED CROSS TOLD ME THAT THEY DIDN'T HAVE A
PLACE
TO STORE THE STUFF, THE OTHER PLACES WANTED TO SELL IT. FINALLY I MET A
LADY WHO
WORKS AT THE RED CROSS, WHO SAID SHE WASN'T FROM HERE, BUT THAT SHE SAW A SIGN
AT LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH ON BIG BETHEL. I TOOK 8 BAGS OF KIDS CLOTHES
AND SHEETS
AND TOWELS TO THEM .THEY WERE LOADING A VERY BIG SEMI AND WERE VERY
APPRECIATIVE.
IF ANY OF MY CLASSMATES THAT ARE STILL IN
NN WOULD LIKE TO DONATE TO THE RELIEF
EFFORT, THEY REALLY NEED BABY THINGS, SOAP, TOOTH BRUSHES, TOYS, SHOES, ETC. I
THOUGHT ABOUT THE 200 BEANIE BABIES MY GRANDKIDS DON'T PLAY WITH ANYMORE AND
WHAT JOY THEY WOULD GIVE THESE KIDS, SO I'M OFFERING A CHALLENGE TO
EVERYONE
WHO HAS AN ATTIC FULL OF BEANIES TO DONATE THEM TO THESE KIDS. I MET SOME OF
THEM
AT RED CROSS TODAY. UNTIL YOU COME FACE TO FACE WITH THEM, YOU REALLY CAN'T
IMAGINE THEIR PAIN.
PLEASE, NN GRADS, LET'S GET TO WORK AND HELP.
THANKS, JAMEY
Thank you, Jamey!
You heard the woman, Sweetie-Pies! There's nothing we like so much as a challenge, is there?!?
From My Niece, Shari, of VA - 09/10/05
(who incidentally was brought into this
world by Chandler's
father, the late Nowell D. Nelms, M.D.):
Oddly enough
I was just thinking about this song {"Puff
the Magic Dragon") two days ago. Do you
really think it was a song about ganja/ herb or whatever people call it these
days? I just thought it
was a song about a boy and his imaginary friend. Of course, I think pot was a
friend to many trying
to calm their fears; unfortunately once that was tried, then many tried harder
drugs and so I guess
then pot was also an imaginary friend.
I had never even heard that theory
until Meet
The Fockers
came out. I have also been told
Scooby
Doo is supposed to be about that too... who knows...........
Anyway, what do you think? The
theory puts a damper on what I thought was a cute song referencing
the innocence of early childhood and growing up.
Hope you guys are doing well.
Love, Shari
Now, Shari, you know perfectly well that I was so innocent of such things that
the only time I ever tried
to smoke even a regular cigarette, I burnt my nose trying to light the
silly thing!
I'll admit that for
years I have heard such nasty theories concerning Puff. Like you, I
choose to ignore them.
I prefer our version - just as written, no hidden meanings, no dark agendas.
I don't necessarily believe that's
the truth of the song composition, but I would rather think of it that way.
I cherish my naiveté.
But SCOOBY DOO?!? That's a new one on me!
"Anyone? Anyone?"
And we're all doing mostly well here at the moment, Shari - thanks!
From Tom Norris (Hampton HS - '73) of VA - 09/10/05:
Carol ... here is a shot
from the '61 Krabba which shows the "great pig theft of 1960"
that Chandler (Nelms - HHS - '63) referenced. It does not say WHO was
responsible,
just that the little fellow was in good hands (note that Sammy has a baby bottle
of milk
in hand).
I was only five ... my momma wouldn't let me past La Salle Avenue, so ya know I
didn't do it
... LOL.
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GIGGLES!!! Thanks, Babe! I just knew you could help us out there!
http://nnhs65.00freehost.com/old-stomping.html
http://nnhs65.00freehost.com/OOSG-N-R.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reds-pier.html
From Chandler Nelms (Hampton HS - '63) of MD - 09/10/05:
Carol,
I just new someone
would remember Red’s pig. It was a tradition for HHS to try to steal the pig the
week
before the big game, and I know a few HHS guys that more than once mapped out
elaborate plans
to accomplish it (of course I’d never partake in such criminal activities).
Strangely enough, I can’t
remember that we..err…they were ever successful, but the rivalry between the two
schools was incredible.
I’m surprised that Jo Ann (Stewart - '64 - TX) even considered dating a
Crabber.
When was the last time anyone went down to Chesapeake Blvd to watch the Submarine Races?
Chandler Nelms HHS ‘63
We almost always find answers here, Chandler!
I'll ignore that remark about
the school rivalries inhibiting dating, because I can't believe that any woman
in her
right mind ever turned you down for a date....
But as for the Great Chesapeake Boulevard Submarine Races, have you seen this page yet???
http://nnhs65.00freehost.com/old-stomping.html
http://nnhs65.00freehost.com/OOSG-S-Z.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/scenic-overlook.html
I moved away from the
Peninsula on 12/30/67, and though I returned for the Summer of '68, for all
intents and
purposes, I was gone, so I really couldn't say when I last watched... um, I
mean, ah.... what am I saying?!?
But I will say that in October of 2000
(after living in the Midwest for the better part of 30 years), when I returned
for my 35-Year Reunion, my sister and I
were given a personal tour of the Peninsula by a close friend. This was
one of the main highlights of our guided tour, and I captured those first four
images amidst great fits of giggles.
The "Scenic Overlook" sign was particularly intriguing to me, though I have no
idea how long it had been in place.
Three years later when I
viewed the wretched devastation which Hurricane Isabel
had inflicted upon that place,
the giggles were long gone. It broke my heart, and I couldn't control some
very bitter tears.....
From Dave Arnold ('65) of VA - 09/10/05:
This is the list
through the mail delivery today. Thanks.
Dave Arnold
Thanks, Dave! I posted all the newly confirmed names.
Y'all go check 'em out - and send Dave your reservations!!!!
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion-page.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion2005-65.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion2005-attending.html
From Gail Kiger Bonsey (Ferguson HS - '73) of OR - 09/10/05:
Since several signed your guest book the whole time your site was down
(unfortunately May - August
'05), due to the computer hiccup, and especially after Dave/Pam Arnold's
Daily Press story
about your site... I was just coincidentally
scrolling thru the guest book part, realizing perhaps
many did not know how to tap into your
newsletters, as the email on cover web page lists the former
broken address for newsletters. (yes, we now use nnhs65@yahoo.com
for Carol to read and post it).....
WOWZERS, Gail - how cool!!! Keep reading - the world gets smaller and smaller........
Oh, by the way, I finally broke down and changed all those mailing list links to
go to the NNHS65@yahoo.com
addy.
Thanks, Gail! And keep bugging Steve; we'd all love to see him again!
From Joe Wingo ('65) of NC - 09/10/05:
I would
like to send a personal thanks to Pam and Todd Givens ('65 of
Northern VA) for the sacrifice they
are both making in order to reach out and help other's who were devastated by
Hurricane Katrina. This is one
of those acts of generosity and kindness that makes this such a great country
and also makes us all proud
to know Pam and Todd. And Pam, please notify Carol so she can notify the rest
of us, as to what we can do
to make things a little better for both Todd and those whose lives have been
dramatically changed forever.
God Bless you, Pam and Todd Givens. You two are truly special people!......
Joe Wingo
Amen. Thank you, Joe!
From Pam Givens of Northern VA - 09/11/05:
WOW! Thank you for the speedy update, Pam! And thank you, Todd - from all of us!
Also from Pam Givens of Northern VA - 09/12/05:
Carol
RE Todd Givens
He called me last night and sounded well. He is very busy. Relief Semi's are
beginning to roll in and supplies
are being unloaded manually as quickly as they can. Strong arms and shoulders a
requirement for sure. Todd
said it is very hot in Long Beach, MS and the humidity high. Heck of a way to
lose weight.
He asks for prayers for the people affected -- that they be filled with a peace
and security that only the presence
of the Lord can satisfy. Unless they kick him out, I still anticipate he will be
there helping for his original 4-6 week
estimate. Another young man from the church we go to now may be joining him for
a week.
Blessings
Pam Givens
Thank you so much, Pam! Please
pass our love and prayers and extreme admiration and respect along to Todd
when next you speak.
Say, was I the only obtuse one in the bunch, or did any or the rest of
y'all give any thought back in elementary school
to the type and caliber of people who were your friends and playmates?!?
Did you really know and understand who
they were and what they would do and accomplish in their lives?!?
Okay, I'm not going to stop and think about this right now, or I'll never finish this Newsletter......
Thanks again, Pam!
From Chandler Nelms (Hampton HS - '63) of MD - 09/10/05:
Carol/Gloria,
Reading further
through the “Puff”
newsletter, you girls are really silly and make ME blush. You make
me wish I was younger and had the stamina. So cut it out. You’re giving me an
inferiority complex.
“I’m not as good as I once was, but I’m good once as I ever was.” - Toby Keith
Chandler Nelms HHS ‘63
Oh, c'mon, Chandler, it's hardly our fault that you're gorgeous.
Surely you've spent your entire life having women
gawk at you.
You should be well accustomed to it by now.
Making people blush is part of my job description. And I should know; I
wrote it myself.
Hey, Wayne Honey and Rip Precious, do you think we should.......?!? No, probably not - WILD GIGGLES!!!
But we'll try to behave, Chandler. Maybe. Naaaah.....
From Judy Phillips Allen ('66) of VA - 09/10/05:
Jerry's parents just
dropped by on their way home from the Class of '45 gathering tonight. They
had a
wonderful time. They are looking forward to the brunch tomorrow, too.
Point Plaza is a nice place. I can't
help but remember the old Inn Place whenever I go there.
We're glad to help you, Judy! Now if you can tell me what Charlotte's
class was, maybe I'll quit feeling like
"such an idiot - GOSH!!!" I don't know why I can't find that - or
remember... And it's probably right in front of me.
I'm playing the old "brain-damage" card again.........
We can hardly wait for a full report on that Class of '45 Reunion!
Hey - why don't y'all send me some more thoughts on Seven Oaks so we can
make that long overdue page?
I, uh, don't even remember exactly where it was - or is - or whatever.......
I do recognize the name, though!
http://nnhs65.00freehost.com/apartments.html
Thanks, Judy!
From Joe Madagan ('57) of FL - 09/11/05:
Well, yes, Joe, it did make my head spin. But I'm already so crazy no one noticed the change.........
Thank you for helping Evelyn with that contact information for Mr. Huller.
My sister, Eleanor (Buckley Nowitzky - '59 - of NC), was here when I read
your note yesterday. When
you mentioned that postcard I all but flipped out! We opened my album to
find the postcard I bought in 1961
after meeting Carolyn Haldeman (Hawkins - Hampton HS - '59) at my
cousin's graduation from VMI to see
if somehow I simply hadn't recognized all those other gals before (which
really was unthinkable), but no, there's
obviously another postcard out there we're not yet seen. I don't know who
those other gals are in the postcard
with Carolyn, but they're obviously not the ones you named, Joe.
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Sunday, June 11, 1961 Lexington, VA
Carolyn - age about 20 |
The gal on the extreme right
in the navy blue suit
is Carolyn
Haldeman Hawkins
(HHS - '59). Her father was Edward Haldeman, owner of Haldeman Marine Sales. Mr. Haldeman passed away in Hampton on 01/03/03 at the age of 87. |
Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA found this older Buckroe postcard for us on 02/05/04. |
This 1967 postcard was located by Dave on 05/31/04. | |
Well! We'll certainly look forward to seeing another one of these -
especially one starring Evelyn!
Thanks, Adonis!
From Chandler Nelms (Hampton HS - '63) of MD - 09/11/05 - "Patriot Day Newsletter":
Thanks, Carol (and
all of the contributors to this special
newsletter) for helping us to never forget
that freedom is precious and worth the commitment
Chandler Nelms
Thank you, Chandler. That was an honor to produce. I just couldn't
let the day pass unnoticed, and
Dave (Spriggs - '64 - of VA) was gracious enough to help me create it with
no advance notice whatsoever.
Thank you, David, for making it extraordinarily memorable!
From Sarah Puckett Kressaty ('65) of VA - 09/11/05 -
Don't you just LOVE Kate Smith?!!!!!
Oh, yes, ma'am, I surely do!
I was telling David as we were
building that page how hearing her sing again instantly transported me back
to being five years old and sitting at my grandmama's feet in Richmond and
watching her television show!
What a peaceful, secure moment!
And then to be abruptly jerked
back into reality by the rest of the elements we placed on
that Newsletter was
quite an emotional experience!
Thanks, Sarah Sugah! You might enjoy this site:
From Jennings Bryan ('42) of VA - 09/11/05:
WOWZERS and WOWZERONI!!!
Thanks, Jennings! I get all
goose-pimply whenever I think about Typhoon gatherings! (And when I
move
back home, I'll gleefully join you!)
But to encounter one another
in Budapest is absolutely mind-boggling!!! Thank you so much for
sharing
that with us!
From Joe Drewry ('58) of VA - 09/11/05:
More on Memorial Service for LaRhue's Dad
OH - thank you, Joe! I didn't catch that one myself!
From Me ('65) of NC - 09/11/05:
I have another news flash myself - the second this week!
My # 2 son, Brent, and
his wife, Bethany, of IL are the proud parents of their fifth
child, fourth son.
James Brownlee Harty arrived Sunday, September 11, 2005 at 9:25 AM. He
weighed 8 lbs., 2, oz.,
and was 20" long. Mother and baby are doing fine. Pictures of our
ninth grandchild, fifth grandson will
follow shortly - I hope.
Y'all have a good day - and take care of each other! TYPHOONS FOREVER!
Love to all, Carol
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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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Surfin' Safari
(The Beach Boys, 1962)
Let’s go surfin’ now
Everybody’s learning how
Come on and safari with me
(come on and safari with...)
Early in the morning we’ll be startin’ out
Some honeys will be coming along
We’re loading up our woody
With our boards inside
And headin’ out singing our song
Come on (surfin’) baby wait and see (surfin’ safari)
Yes I’m gonna (surfin’) take you surfin’ (surfin’ safari)with me
Come along (surfin’) baby wait and see (surfin’ safari)
Yes I’m gonna (surfin’) take you surfin’ (surfin’ safari)with me
Let’s go surfin’ now
Everybody’s learning how
Come on and safari with me
(come on and safari with...)
At huntington and malibu
They’re shooting the pier
At rincon they’re walking the nose
We’re going on safari to the islands this year
So if you’re coming get ready to go
Come on (surfin’) baby wait and see (surfin’ safari)
Yes I’m gonna (surfin’) take you surfin’ (surfin’ safari) with me
Come along (surfin’) baby wait and see (surfin’ safari)
Yes I’m gonna (surfin’) take you surfin’ (surfin’ safari) with me
Let’s go surfin’ now
Everybody’s learning how
Come on and safari with me
(come on and safari with...)
They’re anglin’ in laguna in cerro azul
They’re kicking out in dohini too
I tell you surfing’s mighty wild
It’s getting bigger every day
From hawaii to the shores of peru
Come on (surfin’) baby wait and see (surfin’ safari)
Yes I’m gonna (surfin’) take you surfin’ (surfin’ safari) with me
Come along (surfin’) baby wait and see (surfin’ safari)
Yes I’m gonna (surfin’) take you surfin’ (surfin’ safari) with me
Let’s go surfin’ now
Everybody’s learning how
Come on and safari with me
(come on and safari with...)
With me
Surfin’ safari
With me
Surfin’ safari
With me
Surfin’ safari
With me
Surfin’ safari
With me
Surfin’ safari
With me
Surfin’ safari
With me
Surfin’ safari
"Surfin'
Safari"
midi courtesy of http://www.geocities.com/~goldenoldies/jukebox5060Font3.htm
- 04/30/05
Thanks, Dave!
"Surfin'
Safari" lyrics courtesy of http://www.lyricsfreak.com/b/beach-boys/13993.html
also
at the suggestion of Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 04/30/05
Thanks again, Dave!
"Surfing Safari" Image courtesy of http://outlookinternational.com/home.php/consumer/19 - 09/07/05
"Surfing Safari School" Image courtesy of http://www.goofyfootsurfschool.com/safaris/safaris.html - 09/07/05
Surf Squiggle Divider Line clip art courtesy of http://www.wtv-zone.com/nevr2l82/bars3.html - 09/07/05
Tiny Angel clip art courtesy of http://www.mybestweb.com/special-angel.htm - 08/14/05
Image of Kate Smith courtesy of http://lilesnet.com/patriotic/music/kate_smith__god_bless_america.htm - 09/10/05