Membership

Despite the "issues" at the ring, I think we are to be commended. Not one person pouted, screamed or behaved poorly. Every single person, including the judges, rolled with the punches, and enjoyed being with old and new friends IN PERSON after such a long time. That was the true gift of the day. I want to especially thank our incredibly steady Stewards Robin Lynn Marshall and Ellen Bruck (from California!) for making the show work as it needed to, and Trophy Co-Chairs Phyllis Perrelli, and Vanessa Cappello for doing all that advance work securing mementos of the day for the winners. I mean, who could forget it? Vanessa could not attend, so Phyllis held down the fort alone, with a smile (most of the time). Members Karen Gatchell, Susan DeSilver, Jim MacWalter, and others worked hard to encourage (strong arm?) people into entering, making for a pretty decent entry. Members who were not entered came to support us, even dear friend, current West Coast expatriate, Anita Lustenberger, graced us with her presence, bringing her grandson Louis with her, who unbidden, offered to help us clean up after the show. (I sure hope I haven't left anyone out)

All in all, I would say it was a success. THANK YOU ALL FOR MAKING IT SO! See you ALL (plus some) in January. Stay tuned for details!!