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Thanks to those of you who joined us at the 20th Reunion Happy "Hour" on Saturday 06.23.18. Many were missed, but there's always next time. The class really seemed to like the relaxed, drop in atmosphere, folks coming and going as they pleased. Since the format was so well received, we will do the same for our 25th in 2023.

A huge thank you to classmate Bernie Moran for opening up CD Roma's to us. The "Bernie Cocktail" and other drink specials were top-notch, service was excellent and the cuisine especially delicious. If you live in the St. Pete area, we highly encourage you to stop by for lunch or dinner. Bernie might just be there! We personally suggest the homemade fried mozzarella and meatball sub. So, so good!

In true reunion fashion and in light of the television news Emmy's which were also last night, we want to honor some Spartans with few choice awards:

"Official" LHS 20th Reunion Happy Hour Awards

Jared Lessl: "The Travelin' Trooper Award" Jared was the first to arrive, possibly the last to leave and trekked all the way from Kentucky! Jarred has three kiddos, a fly job in IT and a killer bushy beard.

Donny Ross: "The Zach Morris Award" Timeout! All the way from Dallas, Texas, Donny may not have stepped foot in the LHS halls for this reunion trip, but with his charming good looks and personally to match he will always rule the school.

Mark Winfrey: "The Better Late than Never Award" Mark was the last to roll in 3 hours after the party started and delighted us with jokes we haven't heard since the 1990's. Blast from the past indeed!

Darwin Santos: "Die Hard Award" Darwin and his (very) lovely wife managed to spend quality reunion time before hitting up the Luke Bryan concert. Epic night!

Evan Kostreva: "So Close Award" Evan regrettably missed the reunion as he was doing some work on his computer when he realized it too late! You were truly missed Evan, but we honor you for your willing attempt! Next time!

Chris Warren: "Pinellas County Godfather Award" Not only is he as debonair as he ever was, Chris also runs an incredible foundation serving youth in Pinellas County. Check out listenlearnandteach.com

Gina Gallizzi: "Two Places at Once Award" It seemed to a few in the class that Gina was among us-- until she turned around. It's wasn't her, but we wished it was! This pediatrician voted "Most Likely to Succeed" now lives and works in D.C.

Katie Klinkenburg: "Honeymooners Award" KTK was stunning as ever sporting a warm newlywed's glow. The happy couple who live in NYC were married just a few short weeks ago in Italy!

Bernie Moran "Host with the Most Award" Seriously, CD Roma's is awesome. Bernie is awesome. Nuf said.

Heather Tank "Still Spirited Award" She was voted "Most Spirited" in the Senior Superlatives for her sweetness and her spunkiness. We adore her. Some things never change because they were perfect from the start.

Josh Chewning "Three for Three Award" Congrats to Josh for attending all three reunions, making this one just barely ; )

Andre Beckus: "Perpetual Student Award" Andre is getting yet another degree at UCF. (These Spartans sure love their diplomas!)

Sarah McDougal: "Cross Country Kudos Awards" for being involved with all things reunion for 2+ decades now, despite her very full schedule and Seattle zip code. Speaking of excessive diplomas, Sarah will graduate with a physician's assistant degree in August.

Kate Dollen "PhDelicious Award" Kate has a PhD in something amazing--so amazing, (and over my head) I've already forgotten what it is in! Way to go Kate!

Mike Kangas: "Spartan Staple Award" Our class truly wouldn't be the same without Kangas, right?! Right.

Kimberly Belicka: "Sparkling Smile Award" Kim had the freshest smile in the joint. It's no wonder she's a great hygienist in Tampa Bay!

Christina Woolums: "Fancy Fiancée Award" Christina entered proudly with her cute beau Alan, much her junior! We approve!

Mike Diaczyk "Finally Every After Award" After missing the 10th and 15th, Mike had been enthusiastically looking forward to the 20th reunion for a very long time and really seemed to enjoy himself! Glad you finally made it!

Casey Gregoire "Best Reunion Dad Award" Casey rocked the reunion with his incredible cute son Harvey. Casey also dabbles in amateur midwifery, successfully delivering his second child after a very sudden labor onset!

John Inman and Marissa Venuiti: "High School Sweethearts Award" Did you know two Spartan '98ers are married with children! Super cool! #lovebirds

Sarah Phillips: "Closing Down the House Award" Sarah came early and stayed late! Who says a happy "hour" can't last 4+ hours! : ) Here's one who lovely lady who has only gotten better with age!

Patrick Intravichit takes home the coveted "Mr. LHS 20th Year Reunion Award" for being so awesome and helpful leading up to the reunion and making everyone feel so welcome night of. So grateful for you, Patrick!

As always, I am grateful to do whatever I can within my means to assist in reunion ventures. It's part of the territory, and luckily for me it suits my personality quite well. When I'm not busy planning graduation anniversary parties, I'm running www.promisingpages.org, a literacy up-cycling non-profit I founded in Charlotte, NC.

Until next time, stay Spartan Strong.

Forever Black and Gold,
Kristina Denta