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John Southworth 
07/14/12

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Charlotte, yes, that ring search is on "hold" for a bit. Seems the chest-high water is now 2 ft. deeper.

The same two volunteers headed up to Lake Conroe yesterday to search for a wedding band that a woman lost as she got out of a boat near her lakeside home. She'd worn it every day for 30 years til it slipped off last Sunday. She thought it was near the bulkhead in about two or three feet of water.

Jerry and Mark got in the water with waterproof detectors and in less than 5 minutes got a promising signal. Used a long-handled scoop and rescued it! They were offered a reward, but decided her "joy" was reward enough. It was a simple 14K gold band.

charlotte anders s 
07/13/12

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John>>>too much rain for the retrieval of the ring???

kathleen Burrow Pulte 
07/11/12

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After reading Betty Gibbs sincere comments on the SOC prayer line regarding Mary, I realized that we have some wonderful classmates.  With all of us praying for Mary she will be blessed.  

Peaches Walker Email
07/11/12

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MaryKay Crowder
SOCites, I'm so sad to report this. Mary said ok to post. She has more brain tumors and a collapsed lung. She has 2 more chemo treatments, then another gamma knife procedure, then body scan to find out if the chemo helped those tumors. She found out today before her chemo treatment. I just got off the phone with her and Kari. Her doctor also told her that she could not go back to teaching this Fall. Pray without ceasing for our dear Mary Irene McCord Bach.

I'm leaving for Canada early in the morning and Peaches will post any updates.

charlotte anders s 
07/11/12

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WHOA!  Good luck to those guys...and the idiot girl

John Southworth 
07/11/12

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More metal detecting adventures:

My local detecting club (MCARC) got a call this week from a distraught young woman who was seeking assistance in recovering a "lost" engagement ring. The Woodlands Mall has a mile-long canal that is modeled along the lines of San Antonio's Riverwalk. We call ours "The Waterway" (pic below). The ring is currently residing at the bottom of the canal.

The engagement ended badly and in a moment of anger she tossed the ring into the water. She doesn't want the guy back but definitely wants to retrieve the valuable ring (to sell it?).

To my surprise, two of the club members have volunteered to make the attempt once the rain here lets up. The effort requires (1) getting permission to enter the water, (2) determining the depth of the canal, (3) acquiring waterproof detectors, and (4) a good bit of luck in getting near such a small item. We'll see how it works out.

http://people.consolidated.net/swsw/waterway2.jpg

Lynell Garrett Smith 
07/09/12

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Wha, wha, wha?  You mean you were not the hot guy being stomped on by the bull? 

I need to get my eyes checked. (They've been blue-green till now, but checked would be interesting.  I am thinking red and white.)

John Southworth 
07/09/12

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I know most of you expected me to be in Pamplona, Spain, this week for the annual Running of the Bulls. Sadly, I had to forego the San Fermin festival due to an aching left heel (and the lack of a Passport). However, we can ALL enjoy the festival via this link:

http://www.sanfermin.com/index.php/en/sf12/9julio

Well, maybe next year Spain will be in the cards. For now it is time to focus on the upcoming Burning Man Festival!

Ginger Hearn Email
07/09/12

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Kathleen, I would be surprised if..gingerinftworth is not taken..Haven't checked yet. It also may depend on 'how long' I'm in Ft. Worth.. Storage is in Gatesville, but not moving or going down there yet.. We'll see. Enjoying the quiet..here, at present.. You know..there's less 'MidSouth' accents..here in Ft. Worth...Ha..!

Kathleen Burrow Pulte 
07/08/12

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Ginger, Why don't you try gingerinfortworth@yahoo.com
I guess you are glad to be back in Texas.  We spent the day at the nursing home with Bill's mother helping her celebrate her  92nd birthday.  She has great health.

Ginger Hearn Email
07/08/12

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I'm in Ft. Worth. Very, very tired.. I'm keeping my 'gingerinmemphis@yahoo.com'...for a good while.. Don't know what I will 'name my email address' after I've been here a while.. How about 'gingerwasinmemphis or gingerleftmemphis..
   It's hot in Texas...What a surprise..! It's hot in Tennessee, too.. It's suppose to rain.. Where is it..people..?

Claudia Kenngott Bevill Email
07/07/12

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If you are interested in attending the SOC 62 50th Reunion scheduled for October 5-6, 2012, please email me and I will forward the registration form to you via email.  You will then be able to print it out and follow the instructions for registration.  We are excited about our coming reunion and the opportunity to reunite with old friends. Please join us for some fun SOC memories!

Lynell Garrett Smith Email
07/07/12

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Barry Gibbs, I need your e-mail address, please.

Phyllis Laura Isaacs Email
07/05/12

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Gosh, miss a few days and so much happens.  Sorry to miss your birthday, Peaches, and the opportunity to sign Ms. Vessels' Guest Book.  Happy belated birthday, Peaches!

Lynell Garrett Smith 
07/04/12

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Well, that Happy Independence Day was my post.  I don't know what happened to my name.  Sorry, but I hope everyone is having a great day.

L 
07/03/12

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Have a safe and happy Independence Day!

Sharon Reeves Email
07/03/12

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A Happy Fourth of July to all.  I'm hoping I get to watch "1776", one of my favorite musicals.  Everyone be safe!

Lynell Garrett Smith 
07/02/12

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John, I hid my jewelry recently and can't find it.  However, I am hopeful that I will stumble across it in some housecleaning frenzy.  Unfortunately, those don't come along all that often.

John Southworth 
07/02/12

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Memo To S. Reeves:  Thanks for the tip about the guys in the U.K. who discovered 50,000 Iron Age coins with their metal detectors. Too bad the USA doesn't have that same rich history.

My metal detecting club was discussing this recent story about "buried treasure" in Florida. I think the lesson to the story is to have a small backyard if you're going to imitate this lady:

http://news.opb.org/article/ashland_buried_treasure_stolen/

On a similar note, just today our club was contacted by a woman who lives in The Heights area of Houston. She claims she has lost a bag she hid in her home. The bag contained jewelry and watches. Her best guess is that maybe it is in the insulation in the attic, but could be hidden in one of the walls. She thinks someone with a metal detector might locate it. So far none of the members have volunteered.

Kathleen Burrow Pulte 
07/02/12

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Lynell,  Thanks for posting the obit for Mrs. Vessels. By coincidence the obit for Glenn Linden, an S.M.U. professor, and a close friend of ours was also published.   My condolences to Jerry and Pat and their family.  

Lynell Garrett Smith 
07/02/12

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I was sad to see the online obituary for SOC '61 friend Charles Wayne Liles, who passed away in Houston on March 13, 2012.  Charles lived on Idaho, next door to my friend Sandy Hentchel.

Jerry Shelby Email
07/02/12

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The 50th reunion is set for the Class of '62, and of course all of you are invited.  While you won't be getting the mailed invite, I am posting here to let all of you know the details and what will be happening.

The dates are October 5 & 6 at the Omni West, same as last time.  Friday night will be a mixer, with snaks and cash bar in the Hunters Lounge, starting at 6:00 pm.  Saturday will be will be a luncheon, starting at 1:00 pm for open bar, with food service beginning at 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm.  Friday night we will have a DJ playing music in the lounge and Sat we will have a live band, Curb Service, playing during and after the luncheon for your enjoyment and dancing.  There will also be a hospitality suite that you guys are invited to that will have some SOC memorabilia to look at and just hang out with your old friends.

Cost is $75 per person for both days and the hotel is holding rooms under SOC 62 for those that want to stay Fri or Sat, or both nights.  Room cost is $92/night.  Last time we had some 63'ers and I think they had a good time mixing with the old folks, so please come again.

Send your registration money to me:  Jerry Shelby
                                                   14006 Cedar Point Dr
                                                   Houston, TX 77070

Hotel reservation cutoff date is Sept 13, and Reunion registration cutoff date is Sept 23.  If you have any questions, just email me or give me a call at 281-376-8447 or 713-826-8721(C).

Looking forward to seeing everyone, it will be a blast.


Lynell Garrett Smith 
07/02/12

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That link leads to a page with another link, so it will get you there eventually.

Lynell Garrett Smith 
07/02/12

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I believe this is a link to Mrs. Vessels' notice in today's paper.
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/dallasmorningnews/obituary.aspx?n=sarah-vessels&pid=158340489.  The family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

peaches walker  Email
07/01/12

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Jerry Vessels' mother died last night. There will  not be a family visitation. The funeral will be Thursday but do not know any details now. They are being worked out. Please be in prayer for this family - so much to deal with.

Kathleen Burrow Pulte 
07/01/12

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Happy Birthday Peaches!  May you have many more.

charlotte anders s 
07/01/12

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Happy Birthday Peaches!

Lynell Garrett Smith 
07/01/12

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Peaches, have a great birthday.  You're still the youngest!

Brenda Kemp Email
07/01/12

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Happy Birthday Peaches...Love you!!!!

Kathleen Burrow Pulte 
06/30/12

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Charlotte, I wonder if they didn't plan to make Savannah Guthrie or Natalie Morales the morning anchor all along. The ratings dropped but the Today Show is still number one.  Ann Curry handled the situation with grace, dignity and like the lady she is. Even though you could tell she was terribly hurt by the way she was treated.

















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