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08/05/08 10:03 AM #353     Kimberly B. Mordecai Gina... There is a reason that I don't have children, and it has nothing to do with biology or marital status. Little people (other than Sonia and Stephanie LOL) tend to adversely affect my good mental health...so that makes me a poor choice for planning events that include them. Luckily, for those interested in that sort of activity, I do not hold a patent on party planning. Anyone can organize an outing, set the agenda, and post it on the board. My feelings will not be hurt in the least if someone wants to step up and do something like that.

08/05/08 10:46 AM #354     Elizabeth Reves Michelle, it was a cute dark haired girl who was friends with your daughter (I think). I am sure about the dark hair. I don't have my grade book here at the house, but for some reason I am wanting to say it was one of my Emily's (Emmy). Does this sound anywhere near familiar? For some reason the class had asked about where I had gone to school (Probably because I use a bunch of "That '70's Show" examples) and she did some checking and said "oh you wnent to school with my friends parents Michelle and Phil Pickett. Come to think of it she never said her friend was a girl. It was last spring of fall. Gang, you will love this, my students often asked if the 70's and early '80's were like "That '70's Show" and I told that it was fairly accurate. ONe student mumbled to his classmates(but so I would be sure and hear) That Miss Reves most surely had her own circle...

08/05/08 11:13 AM #355     Cyndi Jones (Sweger) Kim .. I'm glad to know its not just me that has "mental" issues with small children.. I mean, I have raised my son and he is grown and he is fabulous. But for some reason, I find as I have gotten "mature", my tolerance for children has declinced, and almost a "zilch" at this point. I wonder why that is?

08/05/08 11:17 AM #356     Elizabeth Reves Are there any local carpenters in our group? Reasonably priced, please. Single poor educator, here.

08/05/08 11:54 AM #357     Kimberly B. Mordecai LOL, Cyndi... I'm glad you understand...I thought that sounded much nicer than..."kids get on my nerves". I also failed to mention that...when I am left in charge of the children, more often than not, the fire department, paramedics or police usually end up having to take over. I'm confident the fine public servants of Pulaski county appreciate me declining an opportunity to to test their skills...again.

08/05/08 12:25 PM #358     Elizabeth Reves Some interest has been raised about forming a RACE FOR THE CURE team this year. For many years, I have served as a team capitan for this event and Komen is one of two charities I spend a great deal of time on. Since I have no real job this year, I thought I would be sitting this one out, but Cruise Director Julie McCoy uhm I mean Kim Mordecai has tapped me for this event. Andy Adams has stepped up to the plate to serve as the 3 Miles of Men capitan. What I need to know at this point is who is interested. We need at least 10 people to make a team. You may participate by running, walking, as a virtual runner, in the family walk (3K), or in 3 Miles of Men (stand on the side lines a cheer. The cost is $25 each plus the cost of a team shirt which I think Andy is going to get us for cheap cheap (wink wink). Once I receive feed back from you expressing enough intrest, I will post entry forms and we will get the ball rolling. I hope to have some special events just for our group, to make it extra fun. Holla back quick!!

08/05/08 03:14 PM #359     Sonia Coburn (Lucas) Count me in Elizabeth!

08/05/08 04:13 PM #360     Karen S. Wise (Owenson) Liz, I am willing to walk. I know it is in October if that helps people decide. I think the 11th? Karen

08/05/08 04:38 PM #361     Elizabeth Reves You know, that would be good info.. Thank you Karen. Yes the race is Saturday, October 11. This is not only open to class members but also family members - so guys ASK YOUR WIVES!!! Just because you might not want to ge up early, it does not mean that your wives wouldn't want to join in the fun. I eluded to some fun activities for our group... One of the things I enjoy (and these are all up for discussion) is a potluck brunch for after the race. Virtual Runners can get together and stick casseroles in the oven, (or show up with a dish), someone else can stir up some bloody marys and mimosas, or uncover the fruit bowls and muffins. This eliminates the hassle of waiting in line at a restaurant to overpay for undercooked eggs and bacon.

08/05/08 05:35 PM #362     Michele L. Rowe (Pickett) Elizabeth--I have sons. I think your student was Emmy Archer. She and Tyler have been friends since 1st grade--they have a 3rd friend who is Tyler Renee--all together since 1st grade. I guess Emmy didn't mention her mother is in the Class of 81--Lea Carr Archer. Went to see Brena today. Danielle has been moved to the Labor/Delivery floor. She is practicing swallowing, but is still being fed through a feeding tube. Danielle's right side is numb--a little feeling but not much. The doctors want her to delivery the baby on her own--no more surgery if possible, but she is having contractions but still hasn't delivered. It is becoming an emotional strain on them all. Guy has gone back home to Springdale to work. Brena and her mother Barbara are still down here. Just yesterday, Brena was hit by a couple of young girls. Brena is ok, but the car does need some work--but it is still driving. Danielle is now in room 5431 at UAMS.

08/05/08 05:48 PM #363     Elizabeth Reves Emmy Archer! That's it! A very sweet girl. She spoke very highly of your family. I cannot imagine how hard this must be on Danielle. God gives us hard times to build our character and prepare us for things we must bear in the future. I am sure Brena's family feels they are chock full of all the character they will ever need. We will all continue to pray for them.

08/05/08 07:13 PM #364     Tina Skarda (Downey) Hi, Everyone! Goodness, a lot has happened in the last few weeks! I think it is so sweet and special how everyone has been sharing their heart and caring about others. What a wonderful class we have. I've been gone on a 12 day road trip from Georgia to Texas to Arkansas and back home to Georgia. I just spent some time catching up on reading the forum (yes, I always read, but rarely post). I am definitely in prayer over all of the needs that have been discussed. I also have a prayer request e-mail list, so if you want a large team of people to pray over something specific (or if you want to be on the list to pray for others), just let me know. With all of the cancer discussions, I can totally relate. I am currently losing my last two grandparents to it. They are both 86. I am blessed to have had both of them very involved in my life and they have both lived a healthy and good/full life. This all happened recently and suddenly and it's hard to let them go, though I don't want them to suffer. My grandpa (Pops) is my birth-mom's dad and he has bone cancer. I am going to California to see him for the last time next week. He is quite stubborn and still hasn't given his life to Christ and that bothers me way more than the cancer. That is my prayer request for him. My grandma (Gammy) is my dad's mom and she has lung cancer. She is saved and is definitely going to Heaven. I spent Friday and Saturday with her at UAMS on the 4th floor, not realizing that Brena was there, too. I was SO thankful that I had just seen her in June (thanks to our reunion) when she was doing great and I ran her all over Little Rock. We had a fun time and that's what I'll remember. To see her in a hospital bed helpless was really hard to take. Anyway, the doctors are doing all they can for both of my grandparents and I trust in the Lord for all of it. I wish you all a good week!

08/05/08 07:28 PM #365     Gina Perez (Jeans) Hey Ms. Kim M., I totally understand where you're coming from, my son Brian is grown. Yet, I hope it will be many years before someone small grabs my leg and refers me to other than "GinaJeans" or "Mummie" as my son calls me. I was just thinking of other classmates who, have not been seen during our last gatherings who do have children. I am not good at starting functions, though you deserve an award for all your efforts in finding a place for us and keeping track of those who show up! You're are totally awsome! !Always, Gina! Yeah..Yeah..Yeah, Syco Cyndi! I'll send you a message on Myspace..pfft. Love ya, Chic!

08/05/08 07:31 PM #366     Gina Perez (Jeans) Ms. Liz, You can count on me being there! I will be a walker, too! !Always, Gina!

08/05/08 11:13 PM #367     John Big John Cohen yeahhh Its me again,.....Alright Ladies..Take Your Walk..fight the fight.....Buttttt For All You Motorcyclists on here....Ladies and Gentleman Included... Why Walk WHen You Can RIDE........ Take A Ride Down Mammory Lane" PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT BREAST CANCER RESEARCH September 20, 2008 * Time: Start 9:00am - All bikes out by 10:30 am - Last bike IN by 4:00pm * Host Site: Crowne Plaza - LR 201 Shackleford Rd.; Little Rock, AR 72211 501-223-3000 * Poker Run Stops: MacDaddy's; Hooters; Hardriders; Smokey's Pub & Crowne Plaza Hotel * Barbeque provided by Wheetley Brother's with registration. * Merchandise available for additional donation. * Pre-registration deadline: August 1st. $15.00 per bike. After August 15th: $20.00 per bike. Additional $5.00 for passenger. (pre-registration includes a t-shirt) * Full cash bar and restaurant available through Crowne Plaza. * Best & Worst hand wins grand prize. Vendors welcome by contacting the hotel directly - ask for the Catering Department. * Hotel reservations, please visit: https://resweb.passkey.com/go/bfbpokerrun Check out: www.myspace.com/bikersforboobsar For more details of the poker run, OR, to make a donation, please send an email to: bikersforboobsar@yahoo.com http://www.bikersforboobsar.com/

08/05/08 11:24 PM #368     John Big John Cohen Now for the pissed part of me....How Dare The Arkansas VA Medical Center Treat Our Veterans As Lab Rats....How dare the US Government decide that those who survived the fight of their lives to protect this country and all its freedoms finish their lives as pin cushions filled with toxins and test drugs,.,,,,,Ya wanna Know something.... ANIMAL TESTING HAS STRONGER PENALTIES AND TOUGHER LAWS THAN THE TESTING OF THIS CRAP ON OUR VETERANS..... This is the roll call for the people who care. Shout to be heard! I know you're out there. To all that do not, I say let it be known You deserve nothing in life you see as your own. This is the Standard that we'll form up behind. Fashioned for sacrificed slaves of the blind. Those who gave their all, and how little that was Didn't matter a damn in the name of their cause. This is the rank and file of respect, For those whose memory time will neglect. We'll stand to attention, if just once a year. Appreciating the fact that we can stand here. This is the chest that no medals adorn. Pride still intact, though no uniform worn. The mindset is not pacifist, nor thankful for war. But thankful for service, and all it stood for. This is the field where the poppy still grows. No stench of death to offend my nose. This is the world where the soldier still dies. This is the world. Led not by the wise.

08/06/08 07:55 AM #369     Karen A. Odom (Simmons) It's nice to see that I'm not the only one with kid issues. Don't get me wrong, I love my kids very much; however, to be perfectly honest, I'm craving some 'me' time. Here's the deal. I had my kids young and have raised them on my own since Paul passed back in '99. That house on the block where ALL the kids hang out?..it was mine. It was rare to only have my two there..and even more rare when I didn't have any kids there. I did the exchange student thing for a couple of years and still have teens wanting to come stay for a week or more now. I almost feel selfish for wanting time away from kids...but honestly, it would be nice to go out all by my self and hang out with other adults like a big girl sometimes.

08/06/08 09:15 AM #370     Cyndi Jones (Sweger) Elizabeth .. I might, and I emphasize MIGHT, be able to talk my hubby in to coming down for the walk. The one up here was only a week after my last chemo, so there was no hope of me getting out and walking in it then. Now though, my energy level is back up and I feel great. Just finished my radiation on monday of this week. So far, so good. If we can't make it down, it is a 15 hour drive after all, I would love to participate in a "virtual" team. How does that work? John .. bikers4boobs, love it man! My brother Stevie may be able to ride in it, if I can talk him into it... :)

08/06/08 09:16 AM #371     Cyndi Jones (Sweger) Gina.. sorry, I forgot to add hey to you! I too don't wish to be called granny anytime soon... ;)

08/06/08 09:35 AM #372     Elizabeth Reves All right gang! In not time at all it looks like we will have enough to make a team! I am going to get us registered and get everything underway. NOW - we need a name... here are some thoughts and I am open for some creative ideas. I hesitate to use McClellan in the namesince they are now a LRSD school and I don't know if there would be any issues with that, and our group is not actually affiliated with the school any longer, only our class. Perhaps Steph or Robin could answer this question. 1983 Pride of Lions (you do recall a "pride is a "group" of lions, yes? yes, I knew you did. silly me.) Strolling Lions Cruzin Lions (a nod to our old pass time) That's all my pea brain will come up with at this point, so please put in any ideas you may have and lets discuss. I am going to try and get an email out to those who may not check the postings. Big John - thanks for riding to preserve our mammories! You sure would make a good addition to the 3 miles of men!!!

08/06/08 10:06 AM #373     Vicki S. Winchell (Burgess) Add me in too Elizabeth!

08/06/08 10:22 AM #374     Elizabeth Reves Andy, I am soooooo tellin on you. Cruise Director assigned you the task, so you are the 3 Miles of Men guy. (Don't worry, it's easy, and the majorty of stuff goes through me anyway) Chill.

08/06/08 10:29 AM #375     Kimberly B. Mordecai Elizabeth... THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for taking charge of our Race for the Cure team!!! I like the idea of using "Pride" and "Lions" in the team name...although adding the 1983 might lead some people to believe that we are trying to pass as 25 year olds, when it's common knowledge that you and I are 29!! LOL!

08/06/08 10:35 AM #376     Elizabeth Reves I am sorry... I was not aware that you gave me a choice, Miss Cruise Director. No really, I am VERY pleased to do it. I know we are going to have a great team and raise a bunch of money and save many tatas!! We are going to have a super fun time so I hope everyone participates in some way! And, Kim... I thought 1983 made it sound like there was One thousand, nine hundred, eighty three of us. Although, if the entire class showed up with spouses children and grandchildren, we might actually have that many... and by the way... I am 28

08/06/08 10:42 AM #377     Vicki S. Winchell (Burgess) how about "walking with Pride"? or "fighting with Pride" or we like to drink with Pride............AHHH I don't know!

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