03/11/06 - NNHS Newsletter
The Longest Time

"There are whole years for which I hope I'll never be
cross-examined, for I could not give an alibi."

- Mignon McLaughlin, The Neurotic's Notebook, 1960
 

http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/03-10-06-NNHS-Kathy-Pilgrim-Clark.html

   And I continue to be numb....

1.   Patricia Horton Binder ('58) of - um - I dunno.... - 03/09/06 - "Please add me to your mailing list.":

Patricia Horton Binder Class of 1958. 

 

My sister,    Judy (Horton Lindstrom - '63) in Florida, told me about your site, and she said how much she has enjoyed it.  She's had nothing but good to report on all your efforts.  Keep up the good work.  I'm looking forward to catching up on the Typhoon news.

   WOWZERS!!!  Thanks, Judy! 

   And Patricia, we're delighted that you've joined us!  I've added your name to our Alumni List:

http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/alumni-list.html

   We're looking forward to hearing your memories!

Speaking of Newbies......

  From Harmon Gordon ('63) of VA - 03/10/06:

   Yes, sir, I did indeed receive your note, Harmon.  In fact, I remember you quite well, but according to my contemporary records (yes, I was taking notes of everything even way back then...), it appears we did not know one another, so don't worry if you don't remember me.  I was a bit of a nebbish, anyway.  Okay, more than a bit.  Details, details.....

   Oh, yes, I forgot to mention, Harmon - AOL hates me.  It's true.  You'll have to go into your AOL settings somewhere or other and say, "Yes, I really do want to hear from this woman (at NNHS65@yahoo.com and NNHS65@nc.rr.com), even though she's quite insane," or they'll protect you from my emails from now to Doomsday.

   And if they continue to do that anyway (which they very well might), just do as    Linda Lane Lane ('64) of VA is forced to do.  She hasn't heard from me in months, so she simply checks the front page of the website each day to see when and what has been updated - particularly the Newsletters:

http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com

     http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/NNHS-Newsletters-2006.html

   Thanks, Harmon! 

   OOOOH, we have another triple birthday today!  Our Best Birthday Wishes to    Margaret Cowan Blayton ('57),    Nancy Horton Wilkes ('62) of FL, and    Shirley Caudill Williamson ('65) of VA.

   And our apologies and belated birthday wishes to    Helen Avant Neal ('57), whose birthday was yesterday.

   Many happy regards, Ladies! 

This was probably taken in '64 after OCS.  I decided this one was better than (the one I had previously found).

Love, Jean B

 

http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/famous-sailors.html

   And my blood pressure is beginning to stabilize, thanks!  (Or at least it was until I started to work on my taxes....  YIKESARONI-RINI!!)

   Thanks, Sweetie! 

   That we did, Barbara!  I'm glad you're enjoying it all - thanks!

   OHHHH, super!  Although I personally would prefer that the left-hand "desk" contain a freezer for ice cream, rather than a stove for coffee, but perhaps it's just me......  WILD GIGGLES!!!

   Thanks, Janice! 

Hi Darlin’

You probably thought I had died and gone to……..I’ll have to think about that one. Anyway, I’ve been tuned in all along and observing. Its incredible how many new-comers are continuously joining the ranks of the NNHS Newsletter. It’s fantastic! I never cease to be amazed by the genuine camaraderie of all of your newsletter contributors. These friendships fostered by your newsletter are truly global and timeless.

   Chandler Darlin'!  How wonderful to hear from you again! 

It was nice to see    Dave’s (Arnold) ('65 - of VA) “delinquent” pictures from the Reunion. EVERYONE looked so good and so happy to be there.

   That we were!      We were just so sorry you were unable to join us!

No news from Nelmstown. Just wanted say hi.  

    Thanks for writing, Gorgeous!  We've missed you!  I've missed you! 

   OH, YOWZERONI!!!  I can't find mine either - nor can I remember who the sweet angel was who gave it to me, nor when.     And it's sooooo cool, too!!

   "Anyone?  Anyone?"

   Thanks, Gloria! 

   Well, uh, that, uh, that is a good point, Linda May!  WILD GIGGLES!!!  Thanks!

Carol,
 

Last night I was saddened to learn of the passing of your friend,   Kathy P. Clark ('63).  My thoughts and prayers are with you and her family. 

In the last couple of weeks, we have lost a new Trooper who was shot and killed, and a retired Trooper whom I have known for twenty years. 

Life is short, way too short.  Grab your kids and loved ones, give them a hug and hold on for as long as you can, and don't fret the small stuff, for indeed, the torch is being passed to our generation and our once invulnerable coat of armor is no more. 

Typhoons take care.

Jay Styles, '68

   Oh, Jay, I'm so sorry for the losses you have sustained, too!

   And your words are so very true.  We tend to think, "I'll do that tomorrow, I'll make that call or visit, I'll write that note, I'll say those words, I'll give that hug and kiss then," and sometimes - all too often - that opportunity is forever lost to us.  Thank you so much for that reminder! 

   I've posted this note on Kathy's page as well:

http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/03-10-06-NNHS-Kathy-Pilgrim-Clark.html

   And,   Major

http://www.usma.edu/

   (The reason for choosing to spell West Point as one word remains unclear...)

 

A MOST EMPHATIC "NO".  This Urban Myth is debunked by Snopes here:

http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/household/termites.asp

   Thank you, Sir!  I appreciate it! 

Well, okay, that's one method.....  

Thanks, David! 

    More backlogs and more reunion images will be appearing in days to come.  Y'all keep the faith - and take good care of each other!  TYPHOONS FOREVER!