Jane ,
I received your picture today. Those pears I sent you seem to fill you out really nice!
- Larry

Marjorie,
I don't know anything clever enough that they would put on.
- Doug

Joene,
I still love you
- John

Everyone in Bellingham, Washingotn,
It's great running through the cornfields here at Luther College in Iowa. I miss you all. See you at Christmas time!
- Amy Lysen

Joanne, my wife,
23 years together - our love grows stronger each day.
- your dark Lutheran

Mom and Dad,
Howdy and hello. Hope all is fine in Jax. Just another day in paradise here. Take care and see you in a couple of weeks.
- Dave

Nina,
Belated Happy Aniversary! After 15 years and 6 kids your not over weight, we just need to stop getting you preganant.
- Matt

Michael Norwood clan,
Sending a warning out to you that your Pennsylvania relatives are on the road again and headed your way soon. Please answer the doorbell!
- Carol and David Norwood

Karen,
To Karen
Thank you for 13 wonderful years of marriage to this pitiful wreck
Love, Phil
- Phil

you know who you are,
Hi to those listening in secret for fear I might use this show as a bridge, from your hypersocial or subsocial counterpart in the attic.
- Tony

roland at aol.com,
your show on pri sat.28th was so moving that i,VE GOT TO HAVE A COPY OF RALPH STANLEY and beua soliel.please call me or e.mail.
- johnny m. roland

Aunt Ernestine,
A good long life. You've joined your relations in heaven and will be missed by your relations on earth.
- Your neice, Mary

Smitty & Ginny,
Mom & Dad - Did you feed the racoons yet? The one's here at the barn are kinda cranky this week! Miss seeing you, Love, Patty
- Patty Smith

Blair Folk,
Hello All,
Just to remind those who can receive Prairie Home Companion live, (all in Canada and the US and those with Broadband connections)that the new season starts today.
- Joe

Kieth,
Congratulations on your promotion.Remember people who have everything want nothing most of all.
- Stuart

Molly and Carsten,
Happy Wedding Day to my lovely daughter, Molly and her handsome prince, Carsten. May your love grow with each passing year. Love MOM
- Mary Ann Ready

Glenn,
Somehow I never seem to tell you enough what an adventure it is to live with a hairdresser.
- Steve

Laura & David,,
Someday we'll be at the show and we'll have a grand time !
- Mom

Lee,
Greetings To Lee in Santa Barbara, CA,....who thinks he's too good to listen to PHC online because he's from that state where they wear cheese on their heads.
- Ted

Don,
Thanks for cooking the chickens for me for nine years now. I'm sure there's plenty more fowl in our future.
- Velvet

Mike, While you're on reserve duty in Erie, PA I'm watching A Prairie Home Companions's webcast. Did you know the Royal Canadians flank the stage on their glossy steeds? It's marvelous!
- Cindy

Mary Rose Joyner,
Happy Birthday my love
45 years may seem a lot
Garrison would say it is not,
so hang in there and you will see, that 45 is just a good start
-Mark Joyner

David Lehman,
Holy Smokes! You on PHC! Now you've really made it big! Oh ya, for sure.
- Sue from Second Avenue

Mike and Jean ,
Hey Mom and Dad Farrell...we finally got seats to the show...even if they are in front of the Fitzgerald and is on a hay bale. Can't believe we're saying this, but looking forward to meatloaf.
- Anthony and Julie

Josh,
Sorry I had to miss the show! I'll be watching the webcast and hope to spot you at the dance!
- Grama Paula

Sarah and Oscar,
To Sarah and Oscar who are in the second row-congratulations on your wedding! Aren't you glad I joined the Leadership Circle?
- Justin Latt

Joni, Alex & Jess Heichelbech,
Hello to Joni, Alex & Jess,
If you notice an odd smell, I may have accidentally locked a raccoon in the garage. Sorry-be home Sunday.
- Bruce Heichelbech

Our Prairie Home Companion friends in Mi,
Finally, after years of listening on NPR, we are here on Audrey's very birthday. What a wonderful gift and blessing.
- the Blairs

9:30 Coffee Bunach at the Hungry Bear ,
To the 9:30 Coffee Bunch at the Hungry Bear Cafe, Tomahawk Wisconsin's own Chatter Box Cafe.
The Chatter Box and Sidetrack Tap are just as we had imagined them.

A.J. and Jo-Ski Theiler (tyler)
- AJ Theiler

Our partner Bob,
Congratulations on your retirement at 51. Old enough to retire and young enough to enjoy being off the clock. We hope you enjoy the watch!
- John and Shirley

Mike,
Happy Anniversary on Mon Oct 7th. Where did the past 30 years go ? It's been a good life and I look forward to the next 30 ! Your loving wife
- Geraldine

Jerry Lindquist,
Dad, you were always the star of my world. Here's your 15 seconds of fame hope you can hear it from Heaven. I love you.
- Chelsea Lindquist

Ann,
If given the chance to do it all over again, I would.
- Dean

Pete & Mary Ellen Kachinske,
Pete and Mary Ellen have come all the way to St. Paul from Chicago to celebrate their 15th wedding anniversary, and they demand some recognition.
- Pete & Mary Ellen Kachinske

Doris & Paul in PA,
See you in 12 days. Tell Cinnamon, Ginger, Abigail and Sir George I'm bringing the large container of liver treats.
- Maria in CT

Denise,
If you'd only listen to APHC more, I might ask you to marry me!
- Rick

David,
Happy Belated Birthday! Let's soon sit down for some sushi.
- Mark and Mary

Bruce,
Looking forward to a great date with my favorite bear.
- Sue

Kim,
I'm so glad to be with you, listening to our show, in the backyard. Maybe next weekend, we won't be sweating, listening to the show in the backyard.
- Kimball

Vannie Voss Harmon,
Happiest 100th Birthday, Vannie Voss Harmon! Such a smiley woman, and we know it's because of your supply of Garrett snuff. With love, Roberta
- roberta

Karla,
Good luck with learning Russian--remember that you really only need about 4 words to get by: food, water, bathroom, and headache.
- Laura

Cast and crew of Prairie Home Companion,
Thank you for proving that you can have fun, be diversified, and classy all at the same time! Love the show.
- Sarah

John and Betty Davis,
Hope all's well back in Appleton, Wisconsin, and hope this show's worth giving up our bridge night for. The kids made us do it!
- Ruth Ann and Don Page

Tammy,
Hi Tammy! Sorry you got all wet and muddy at the field trip. Hope you don't get sick.
- Becky

John,
Even though building your car is consuming all of your free time and I have to visit you in the garage, I still love you and Angus, Malcolm and I can't wait for our first ride in the roadster! Promise you won't go too fast! Love You More Than Ever,
- Joene

Mom & Dad here (PHC) for Yale 51 reunion,
Hope Dad has recovered from the prostrate surgery because we've planed a big family bike trip tomorrow once the reunion festivities are over.

- Michael Pettee

ron,
Thanks for the company.
Sorry about the car, though.
- pat

Kirsten Elinor Strot,
Hi, Mom,
I hope we are in Minneapolis when the King and Queen of Sweden visit the American Swedish Institute in October. I know it will mean so much to you to meet them since dad was Swedish and of course, you being Norwegian. Just going to the Institute is always fun since you used to live in the caretakers home and know all the secrets of the house.
I will check on the relatives in Mpls. and see if we can all get together for a few meals while we are there. We need kumla.
Mange Takke,
Your daughter,
Karen
- Karen Strot

Garrison Keillor,
Years ago, when both of my parents were living, I regularly sent them taped copies of Prarie Home Companion. At the time they were missionaries in Japan. My brother, Walter, was the principal of an international school in Hiroshima at the time and shared the broadcasts with my parents. In fact, upon leaving Japan he relocated to Minneapolis-St. Paul with his family and currently teaches at Hamline University. I believe that your commentaries on above average children and Lutherans motivated this Presbyterian missionary kid to consider becoming a Lutheran. I know that it motivated his move north. Best wishes for continued success. John Enloe
Sevierville, Tennessee
- John Enloe

Leo (and Grace),
Congratulations Leo and Grace- married today at 2:30 in San Fran. Leo, I tied the rope as loose as I possibly could- just in case.
- Tim

Carol,
Happy birthday on the first anniversary of your 39th birthday....
- San Francisco sister

Just Plain Bill:,
Even though I've got a new stylish pixie hair cut, I still have enough left for you to hold on to when we make like the wild cats do!
- Raquel

Lynne Penke,
Lynne, Congrats on delivering your baby. Now you have to stop faking contractions just to cut phone calls short.
- Lyle Besemer

Jackie,
Hey Jackie!
I know that you have had a bad day but things will get better as always!...Hey one day we will go see Julie and feed the deer!
- Greg Bare

Terri,
Happy anniversary, Sweetheart! So this grasshopper walks into this bar...
- Bernie

Alec Lawlor,
Dear son,
we are also glad your comeing home from college
the grass hasnt been cut since you left- skunk is gone, but smell has'nt.
love Mom and Dad.
- Mom

Danielle L.,
Dearest Danielle,
We are proud that you plan to take care of your traffic fines out of your allowance. The police officer sounded so upset when he called to tell us he had decided not to arrest you, even though he had to chase you speeding around the block through right turns and left turns about a half of a mile before you pulled the car over and switched seats with Brittany. He mentioned your clean record and how polite you were; he never mentioned that he was 'on foot' the whole time he was chasing you - Here's a little advise from your parents, if you go to court about these tickets- don't remind him. If at all possible please remember to follow ALL of the traffic laws.
PS. Congratulations on getting your learner's permit. With prayers for your safety,Love Mom and Pop
- Lesli & Nathan Stolov

Mac,
Happy 31st Birthday to Mac in Seattle. Has anyone ever tried to sew with that big needle out there?
- Mom and Dad in Eau Claire

The Lawlor Family,
Hey Mom and Dad.
Glad I'm coming home this weekend. Hope the house dosen't smell of skunk any more.
All my Love.
Alec
- Alec Lawlor

Dasher,
Better get on the treadmill my friend, it'll be Christmas before you know it, and you've got quite a DEER-belly to work off before the big night!
- Dancer

Brian Brown,
A Birthday Poem:
Your hair is gray
and going away.
Hope this day
is going your way!
Happy Birthday Brian!!
- Deb Brown

Madame Fifi,
Thank you for seven wonderful years, and a bright and beautiful son... I'm delighted we could spend our anniversary here in St. Paul for the PHC season opener! All my love, now and for the next seventy years--
Mr. Sharkey
- Steve Heretick

THE PHANTOM VISITOR,
THANK YOU FOR KEEPING THE TRADITION ALIVE AS YOU LEAVE A ROSE AND HALF A BOTTLE OF BRANDY ON THE GRAVE OF E A POE ON OCT 7 HIS DATE OF DEATH
- KEN IN BALTIMORE

AMY,
HERE'S A SHAMLESS ACT OF SELF-PROMOTION...HAPPY 33RD BIRTHDAY TO 'MYSELF'! IT'S A BIT LATE, BUT GARRISON DIDN'T HAVE A SHOW ON OCTOBER 2ND.
- AMY

Myself,
I think I'm the only 18 year old messed up, crazy haired, nail polish wearin Punk-rocker in the world who loves A Prairie Home Companion more than dyeing my hair.
- Joel Wiersema

Sarah,
Happy Birthday to the only 9-year-old I know who REALLY wanted a Guy Noir bobble head for her Birthday! Love,Mom & Dad
- Mary Hendley

Uncle Aubrey,
Dear Uncle Aubrey:
Took your advice and saw your proctologists: Dr's Tuck & Howell.
It was a scream!
- Laws Hill

Dave,
You have given me happiness like I've never known and introduced me to PHC. Fitting to give you a Happy Birthday from Garrison.Love Dawn
- Dawn

Adam,
While making people dance is admirable, son, engineering school is sending us to the poor house. Seattle University isn't cheap.Love, Mom & Dad in Las Vegas
- Jacquelyn Wirthlin

Riley,
To my wife, Riley: We can finally listen to the show together every Saturday for decades and decades to come. Happy 14-day anniversary! Love, John
- John

Jeff,
Dearest Jeff, You know, I could never convince any of my friends either.......except for John! Oh well, I tried.
Your new friend,
Joe
- Joe Custer

Jonathan Kelley,
Jonathan-
Thanks for all the fun times (ie: The first annual and only canoe trip)!! You keep paddlin' and I'll keep bailing water.
- Randy Renfro

Karla,
Thanks, Mom, for sending the bread and peanut butter. Now all I need to do is find a toaster.
- Matthew

Rhonda,
Hello to Rhonda...hope you're having fun not taking phone calls and knitting your quilt.
- Margoleath

Ben,
Ben in Connecticut, Congratulations on your 15th birthday and getting braces! That'll postpone playing Jimi Hendrick's style guitar with your teeth for a few more years.
Love,
Dad
- Dad

Kelsey in Des Moines,
Thanks so much for joining us in California last week. We're already missing your sweet squeals of delight when we were running from the waves. We love you to pieces.
- Papa Bryan and Grandma in Seattle

my daughter Carrielyn Marie,
congradulations on your Luthren conformation. Now you can vote in the congagational elections.With much love. mom
- Mom

Class of 1972 Hamline alumni,
Hello from New Jersey, to my fellow 1972 classmates at the 30 year reunion. Wish I could be in St. Paul for the festivities.
- Alan Bernstein

Heather Wick,
Hi Heather,
Just saying keep hoping about that certain someone and remember that weekend we spent at Twin Lakes!
Love from Catherine
- Catherine

David,
Dear David: You sure know how to make a drive from Nebraska to Kansas for lunch worth it. Loved the conversation and time we spent to bridge a thirty year gap. Hugs, Judith
- Judith Stein

Philip,
Be Well. Do good work and keep in touch!!
- Mom

Mom and Dad Halverson in Cheyenne Wyomin,
You guys wouldn't believe the cool books I'm reading the University of Oregon... They cost a lot, but I'll always remember what Dad told me
"Well Chris first of all its just money. Secondly, and more importantly it isn't your money..."
- Your son, Chris in the green state

Andy,
Glad you could leave Ebay long enough to climb Mt. Rainier. Hurry back so you don't miss a hot deal. I love you. Charlotte
- Charlotte

Frank,
To the greatest guy in the whole world, and he is a Guy Noir fan too!!
- Helen

Katherine Fava,
Kate, give up sleeping with the baby and come to bed for God's sake he'll do better in school without your milk dribbling from his chin in the morning. Jon
- Jonathan Wiggins

Leland,
Dear Brother-
Keep up the good fight as the only liberal, sane voice in the state of SD. You're NOT "just a face in the crowd"
- Marsha

Yvonne,
to the love of my life! can ya believe we're finally getting married!I LOVE YOU!
- Don

Don Paul,
Hi Dad,
You made me listen to Prairie Home Companion every week when I was growing up. Now I'm here in the audience!
Love,
Ann Paul
- Ann Paul

Jeff,
To myself, because I could never convince any of my friends or family to listen to the show.
- Jeff

Roslyn Rothstein,
Dear Great Aunt Roz,Please stop forwarding the chainletters.
Just knowing that you care we have all the luck in the world, knock on wood! Keep those cards and letters coming. Your loving nieces and nephews, Lesli, Nathan, Danielle, and Solomon
- Lesli Stolov

My sister Terry,
Early birthday greetings
to my sister, Terry, who
never met a birthday
she didn't like; and to
my husband, Joe, who
never met a birthday he
did like.
- Merry

Roslyn Rothstein,
Dear Great Aunt Roz,Please stop forwarding the chainletters.
Just knowing that you care we have all the luck in the world, knock on wood! Keep those cards and letters coming. Your loving nieces and nephews, Lesli, Nathan, Danielle, and Solomon
- Lesli Stolov

My sister Terry,
Early birthday greetings
to my sister, Terry, who
never met a birthday
she didn't like; and to
my husband, Joe, who
never met a birthday he
did like.
- Merry

Jeff,
To myself, because I could never convince any of my friends or family to listen to the show.
- Jeff

Roslyn Rothstein,
Dear Great Aunt Roz,Please stop forwarding the chainletters.
Just knowing that you care we have all the luck in the world, knock on wood! Keep those cards and letters coming. Your loving nieces and nephews, Lesli, Nathan, Danielle, and Solomon
- Lesli Stolov

My sister Terry,
Early birthday greetings
to my sister, Terry, who
never met a birthday
she didn't like; and to
my husband, Joe, who
never met a birthday he
did like.
- Merry

Jeff,
To myself, because I could never convince any of my friends or family to listen to the show.
- Jeff

Roslyn Rothstein,
Dear Great Aunt Roz,Please stop forwarding the chainletters.
Just knowing that you care we have all the luck in the world, knock on wood! Keep those cards and letters coming. Your loving nieces and nephews, Lesli, Nathan, Danielle, and Solomon
- Lesli Stolov

My sister Terry,
Early birthday greetings
to my sister, Terry, who
never met a birthday
she didn't like; and to
my husband, Joe, who
never met a birthday he
did like.
- Merry