September 11, 2005 - September 17, 2005
The most recent week's greetings, Sunday through Saturday, are posted here in descending order. Scroll down to see previous days. Reach out and touch someone! Send your own greeting»
September 17, 2005
To: James
How does it feel to be 70 years old, oh much older brother of mine?
—Judy B
To: Larry Smith
Oh no "it's the big one" birthday that is. Happy 70th. Enjoy your family time around the 1,000 Islands, Canada-while listenig to Prarie Home.
—Becky Perry Smith
September 16, 2005
To: Sheryl Hime
I remember sitting next to you on the plane 30 years ago, at the beginning of our wonderful adventure as Americans teaching in Queensland, Australia. You stayed, and we came home. We've lost touch, but please email us and let us know how you are doing!
—Linda and Dennis O'Brien
September 14, 2005
To: Norma Kelsey
Just married a week and 80 years young- The champagne is drunk, the wedding bells rung. Have a wonderful day, you 80 year old bride. You'll give your groom a helluva ride.
—Jess Kelsey
To: Sarah McAllister
From Stan in Seattle to daughter Sarah in Alabama: Walking you down the aisle last Friday was the hardest thing I've ever done, but my "Empty Nest Tour" of Washington has eased my pain, a little, for now.
—Stan Dalton
September 13, 2005
To: Carmen Arendt
Happy Birthday, dear friend! I hope you are settling into life in your new home. I love you always.
—Kendrea Spencer
September 12, 2005
To: Hoopie Shoopie Sarah
Hi - If you can, check out the May 15, 1999 show. Remarkable!!!
—Rich Healey
To: Bob and Jean Cismowski
To Bob and Jean in Chula Vista, CA: Happy 60th anniversary (Sept. 24) from your children, grandchildren and and great-grandchildren! We couldn't have done it without you!
—Mary Cismowski
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