Captain Elliott

Every summer, Donna and I visit her family in Canada. While Donna is doing gin and tonics at the summer cottage with her mom and sisters, I go sailing on Lake Ontario with the boys.
Here is my picture from last year.

Elliott's "Tea Party"

Sunday night July 13 4:00 PM Elliott & Donna's bungalow on the hill: There was a gathering (reunion of sorts) of S.F. District retired and current members. Those present are shown in the picture to the right. Two kinds of "tea" were served, and elegant red and an adorable white. "Tea" cakes (hors d' oeuvre) of delectable varieties were served. We had a great time passing around rare old photos of bygone days with memories reflected as they were passed. Many 'remember when's' were discussed as well as updates on current livess and activities. Lou reflecting on travels and experiences abroad, Wanda up dating us on current life and kids, Bruce introduced Julie to us, quite happy and together I might add. In case you are wondering that's Bruce without the beard. Who would have recognized him otherwise? Then there was Barry to bring us up to date on current B.I. happenings (sad), Linda Ng all the way from Virginia, paid a surprise visit with her two delightful children, and Olga Kelly, Attorney at Law, was there bringing us up to date on her life since B.I.

All in all it was a wonderful time enjoyed by all present, we missed those who couldn't make it and hope to see you next time. Far away out of towners always give us an excuse to meet.

Hope to see you all again soon. Larry

Hi Elliott,

Thanks for sending the picture of the Reunion. It is nice seeing many member of the team.
You, Donna, Lou, Wanda, Linda and Bev look very much like I remember from years gone by
Roopa and I wish we were there.
I am hoping that we will be able to be ‘in the picture” before long.
As mentioned earlier, we are slowly recovering from the Jet lag, after our trip to India.
We have acquired some property (apartments) in Mumbai and Kochi (in Kerala). As they say, timing is everything…..We invested a couple of years ago, which happened to be a good time to invest in these cities.
Both investments have appreciated considerably. Such appreciation cannot be found in most places in the US, as you know.
Life will return to normal once Hemant returns to school. He will be getting into High School (9th Grade)
Roopa will be spending most of her time attending to the various items in Hemant’s education and extra-curricular activities.
My schedule requires a lot of travel to Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and most cities in Northern California.

I hope all’s well with Donna and you, and your very talented and accomplished children.

Looking forward to see you before long.

I will contact you when Roopa, Hemant and I visit the lovely city of San Francisco, when it will be our pleasure and privilege to treat you and Donna to dinner, at one of the many excellent restaurants in the city.

Best regards,

Philip

Hello Philip:

We had a wonderful gathering and hope to get together at least once a year, or whenever there is reason to do so. Linda Ng, flew out all the way from Virginia with her two kids and it was great seeing her. Beautiful well behaved children!. Wanda Chin came and announced that her son Ryan just got a ful ride scholoarship for the UCLA law school!. Bruce shaved off his beard and looked much younger and is very happy with his new mate, Julie. Also Olga came and presented her new business cards for her law practice.; We all toasted you and Roopa and our other absent colleagues. Shirley Ng, could not make it but was recently liberated from BI. Other news, too much to report, read it on the BLOG!

Regards,
Elliott

Elliott's Teaparty

Elliot has asked me to make the following announcement: Bruce Weese is reentering the San Francisco atmosphere for a brief space walk during July. Elliott thought it would be nice if all intrested parties could get together for a "high tea" at 4:00 pm. Any one having old district photo's bring them along for sharing. It will be alot of fun and catching up. R.S.V.P. Elliott and let him know if you can make it at: Elliott@wineappreciation.com
See you all then: Larry

Greetings from John Sant

Hello everyone! Over lunch with Shirley Ng, she told me about this site. Cathie and I are in our 3rd year of 'retirement' travelling and enjoying our grandchildren, who now number 4. Attached is a photo of the whole crew taken at the Sea Ranch last July. (Left to right; John Sr., Cathie, Joanne, Zackary, Mikayla, Mark, Jennifer holding Sadie, John Jr. holding Brennan)

Cathie still dabbles with Real Estate on a strictly referral basis, and I continue to pursue my landscape photography.

We were planning a 30 day trip Europe this year, but have put it on temporary hold until our 40th wedding anniversary in 2009 (not to mention the current obscene exchange rate with the Euro).

For any of my ex-compatriots who would care to drop me a hello, my e-mail is: jpsant@aol.com.

Best Regards

John

Greetings from Olga and happy birthday, Elliott!!!

Hello all,

Hope all is well with all of you. Elliott, I do not have your email, so the only way to wish you happy birthday is to post it on B.I. Alumni San Fran District webpage.
Happy Birthday, Elliott!!!
I'll add more news about myself next time.
Best wishes to you all,
Olga