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08/17/09 05:54 PM #442    

Kathleen Reaves

Joni - are you going to be in Manchvegas Thursday???
If so I call dibs...

08/17/09 06:04 PM #443    

 

Linda Lemay (Wojceshonek)

Wow people. I don't go on in a couple of days and It takes me forever to catch up with the conversation. It's great to see I'm in the majority of people who felt insecure in high school. I taught my kids that high school was not real life and as soon it was over to forget about it because the real world isn't half as painful as high school can be. Although my kids did seem to weather it better than I did. I'm working on trying to get time off so I can attend the festivities. Have a great week all.

08/17/09 06:51 PM #444    

 

Melissa Turner

Linda, I hope you will be at the reunion. There is something a bit re-assuring in finding that we all carry the same insecurities, even at this age. Karen said it well and best.

While it may have been 30 years ago, it is apparent high school made a strong impact on our self images and development as human beings. We are a frail lot. My kid brother (who is so kind and frankly too good to be stuck with our lot) had a stroke this week. He is 43 years old. His long-term prognosis is still up in the air.

Anyone who has teenagers can back me up….High Schoolers live in their own little narcissistic bubbles. They are not deep thinkers or great historians (Selective memories all. Anyone who’s asked their teenager to take out the trash while they are watching FUEL tv knows what I’m talking about.) A few may be more evolved than others but for the most part, they are a superficial lot.

The nice thing about being our age is one has a stronger hold on what constitutes value. Plus, if you’ve bothered to do anything worth doing, life has probably taken some of the Mickey out of you. I have been blessed with a terrible memory, so I am going to assume that everyone thought I was fabulous in high school. I suggest everyone else do the same. Further, for those of us who believe we went un-noticed in high school…how lucky are we?!!!! I’m all for staying below the radar (it's less embarrassing.)

I can’t wait to see you all. I hope everyone stops by to say hello. I promise to be fascinated by your gall bladder surgery and jealous of your grandchildren, (beach house, golf handicap, shoes, etc,…) (As mentioned) I have a terrible memory (so don’t be insulted if I don’t remember you at first) but my heart is open and I’m interested in everything. (Have I said this already?) I can’t wait!!!!

08/17/09 11:04 PM #445    

Robert Ferendo

Thanks for the great words, Melissa...Sorry to hear about your brother..will keep him in my thoughts and hope for the best possible outcome. With you in his corner, I am sure the odds are in his favor.

Looking forward to seeing you in Oct. too!

08/18/09 01:01 AM #446    

Donna Knowles (Leduc)

my best to your brother melissa....i gotta agree with robert on this one.....he has the best support in you......

08/18/09 09:22 AM #447    

Karen Dobrowski (Hernandez)

We'll all keep a good thought for your brother and everyone who loves him, Melissa.

08/18/09 01:30 PM #448    

Robert Howard

Melissa, our thoughts are prayers are with you and your brother

08/18/09 02:48 PM #449    

Scott Ireland

Sorry to hear about your brother Melissa. It sucks to be that young and have so serious a condition. A good friend of mine just had O/H surgery after finding out that he had a heart attack 10 years ago and never knew it. He's 39 and is itching to ride his Harley again after only a month out of surgery. I will certainly be including your brother's recovery in my prayers.

08/18/09 05:50 PM #450    

Cathy Lupien (Garrett)

So Sorry Melissa to heare about your brotherl He is very young and this a postive for him. Since my specialty is rehabilitation as a nurse - some advise -
Make sure he goes to an acute rehab if his doctor is recommending a rehab. He will do better in this type of setting. He will need a lot of encouragement and support during his healing which I am sure having you will help.
I had a heart attack 2 years ago and these type of events change your life. Your realize what is important and you thank God everyday that you are here. He is here, the worse is over and he will with therapy do well. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your brother.
Cathy

08/18/09 06:11 PM #451    

Cathy Lupien (Garrett)

Mellisa you are so right. I remember very little from high school. Don't tell anyone but I have to actually study the profiles with my year book to figure out who is who. I think though we forgot just how many people were in school. No wonder we don't remember. We better have name tags with big writing so it won't look so obvious that we have no idea who each other are.
I do believe that when we all meet it will come back.
I am sure we are going to laugh alot. Linda hope you can get the time off to come to the reunion.
Joe how is Cathy and Cheryl doing. Haven't seen them since your uncle passed. What a great man he was I was so sorry to hear that he was so sick. I see Mrs B walking all the time. I live in the next neighborhood and am glad to see her out and about.
Rob, the pictures of our trip to Paris were so funny.
I have a book full. What a fun memory. I am off to London in May to visit my daughter Katie who will be studying abroad. Should be interesting.
Take care hope you are all well. Karen enjoyed your email guess we are all on the same page.
Cathy

08/18/09 08:38 PM #452    

 

Linda Lemay (Wojceshonek)

Melissa, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. My prayers are with him and your family.
Thanks also for the kind words. You are absolutely right about being lucky enough to go unnoticed. It's so much better than getting picked on. I never minded. I still tend to just try to blend in. Never been one that wanted to be the center of attention. Life is good.

If possible to attend, I look forward to meeting new friends. I also agree with the name tags with large writing. lol.

This website has been a lot of fun. Hope it continues after so I can read all about what went on at the reunion.

08/19/09 02:01 AM #453    

Donna Keenan (Grady)

Melissa,
So sorry to hear about your brother. Rest assured he will be in many prayers.

08/19/09 04:40 AM #454    

 

Larry Bunnell

Melissa i am sorry to hear about your brother, I will add a few prayers for him.

08/19/09 09:33 PM #455    

Brian Lavery

Hi everyone,
I've finally finished reading everyone's posts, and I am exhausted! (In a good way, though.) Lyn wrote both of our profiles months ago, and I kind of forgot about the web site until recently. I was just not interested in remembering my high school years. It seems like most of us had the same insecurities, and those of you that have posted have all said it so well, and all of your comments were my thoughts exactly. I know Lyn and I always felt as though we were under the radar, on the outside looking in. We never knew so many others felt the same way! I've always hated the thought of reunions and reluctantly went in the past, but this one we are really looking forward to. It's amazing how much confidence a few extra pounds, grey hair or no hair, and wrinkles, gives you!
Looks like some of you have already gotten together recently, and we are jealous! Lyn and I will be in Manchester on Saturday afternoon for a family event, and if anyone is available to get together for a drink, some laughs, and catching up Saturday night, we are so there. We would like to suggest Derryfield at 7:00 this Saturday night. Lyn and I will be there and hope many of you can attend. If not, we will keep suggesting other dates prior to the reunion until we get a good response. We all shared the same fears and insecurities, and now we should be sharing our memories, good or bad, as well as our careers, accomplishments, children, and even grandkids for some of you!
By the way, we will feel really stupid if we are standing on the Derryfield deck alone Saturday night. It will feel like high school misery all over again! So, please, if at all possible, respond and let us know you’ll be there.
Brian and Lyn (Swanson) Lavery

08/19/09 09:34 PM #456    

Brian Lavery

Melissa,
Your brother and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We have very close friends going through surgery this week and share your feelings.
All our best,
Brian & Lyn

08/19/09 10:05 PM #457    

Jodi Trisciani (Goudreau)

It would be very helpful that if there are events planned, that they could be noted on the "Announcements" portion of this site when finalized. It seems like there's alot of opportunities!

08/19/09 10:23 PM #458    

Brian Lavery

Hey Jodi, thanks for the tip. The event has been posted. I hope you can attend! Brian and Lyn

08/19/09 10:33 PM #459    

 

Melissa Turner

We lost my brother last night. Our family will never be the same. Thank you for your kind words and prayers.

08/19/09 10:34 PM #460    

Brian Lavery

Melissa, we are heartbroken for you. You and your family will be in our every thought and prayer. XOX Brian and Lyn (Swanson) Lavery

08/19/09 11:13 PM #461    

Joseph Senecal

Melissa, my thoughts are with you and your family, your brother is in a better place and not suffering.Remember him for who he was and not how he passed. Life is a gift, that is given for a moment!

08/19/09 11:42 PM #462    

James Beidler

Brian & lyn, I will be there saturday night. looking forward to seeing you and hopefully a few more. see ya then.

08/19/09 11:51 PM #463    

James Beidler

Melissa, so sorry to hear of your brothers passing. I know how it feels i lost my brother 5 years ago. It's never easy, but we go on letting everyone know how special they were and how much they meant to us.I'm sure he's in a better place and smiling down on you.

08/20/09 02:52 AM #464    

 

Joan Whitcomb (Pledger)

Mellisa I am so sorry you lost your brother. Iremember him but he was very young.Send my love to your mother and family.love you Joni

08/20/09 07:42 AM #465    

Donna Knowles (Leduc)

my heartfelt sympathies are with you and yurs melissa...

08/20/09 08:09 AM #466    

Donna Keenan (Grady)

Oh my gosh Melissa, I am so sorry for your loss. What a shame. Remember the good times...it will help you through the tough times. I wish I could hug you right now!

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