A HUGE vote of thanks to Hazel
13 January 2018 17:35:39
summer memory
Scrubber is just back from Johnstown. I wonder was he the first home? And would again like to thank hazel for all the work put in this year and in years past, in order to make such memorable get togethers. Its all the more necessary to say so now as she has laid down that particular burden (Though she never called it that!) and very quickly and generously Terri and a slightly surprised Alan, volunteered. Hazel can leave her post knowing it is in good hands!
We had a lovely day. Scrubber arrived about twelve when the swop was over but generous friends ensured he did not leave emptyhanded, In then to Moya and Joan who effortlessly managed the intricacies of Kriskindle ensuring that nobody received their own gift! Mary and Lynda organised the raffle and Hazel won a subscription to the magazine while others won very generous vouchers. Icidentally we all got the 20% sale reduction on purchases thanks to Jim. The meal was served to us and we had the opportunity of a great chat and get together. The Kristkindle as usual provoked lots of OOHs and AAhs of appreciation and Joan is set for a great years digging with her new spade. Many of the items were ingenious and showed what an inventive and surprising crowd we can be!
Then it was time to prowl the aisles and spot the newest acquisitions in the display beds outside. There was one particular orchid a particularly virulent shade of blue that even the orchid queen herself, Rachel, admitted was horrendous-apparently it was dyed and whatever beauty it had died with it! But of course there were so many wonderful plants. A feathery mahonia caught Scrubbers eye and Brid brought off a fine witch- hazel. Joan was seen carrying a very nice acer towards the desk. When Scrubber got to the desk he remembered he had not paid for his meal so a dash back and honour was saved!
So many people travelled from far away places and everybody seemed in excellent spirits. It was great to see Fran looking so well and we do hope that Margot's back rights itself. How she made it there was a miracle in itself.
There is a chance of a meet up in early Summer if enough people are interested but today's event was indeed a meeting of like minds and as said above ,hugely enjoyable and appreciated. Many thanks again Hazel and thank you and good luck to the incoming organisers Terri and Alan!