Greetings Fellow Red Dragons!
It is hard to believe that the first month of 2006 is already in the past. It has been over six months since we celebrated our 20-year class reunion. Not a week goes by that I do not reminisce about that weekend and our high school years. Like many others, I find myself not wanting those re-kindled friendships to fall by the wayside, overshadowed by other priorities. Many things have changed in each of our lives since the reunion. Whether it is Melissa's move to Sedona, Teri's upcoming wedding, Brenda's job change or my new position with IBM, each of us has some new experience in our life that would be great to share with friends.
So, here is what I would like to propose:
I would like schedule the first of what I hope will become a regular gathering of Red Dragons for one of the following dates:
- Friday or Saturday - February 17th or 18th
- Friday or Saturday - February 24th or 25th
- Friday or Saturday - March 3rd or 4th
This will be a very informal affair, most likely at a local establishment where Red Dragons congregated during and after high school. One location that has been suggested is Mayberry's on 6th Avenue in St. Albans. Although we are not committed to this location, it does offer an appealing decor. One other location that has been suggested is BMW grill in Cross Lanes. Although it is a new location, it does offer a back room for a more private appeal.
I would like to reiterate that nothing is set in stone. This is merely a suggestion to re-kindle a regular meeting of friends. I would like to use this meeting as an opportunity to discuss what we would like to do going forward. Many suggestions had been presented since the 20-year reunion. For me, the fellowship of the reunion, sparked the desire to again be part of something larger than myself. Many events have been suggested includings an annual picnic (at a location somewhere in our beautiful state), a Red Dragon cruise, a Myrtle Beach Bash and the planning stages for our 25-year reunion. Another topic for discussion is the future of the Yahoo group and this website.
I would like to encourage everyone to review their calendar and provide me some feedback as to what dates would work for them. Also, consider the locations suggested and provide a few of options of your own. The more locations we have to consider the more likely we are to have something that appeals to everyone.
I am looking forward to seeing each one of you again!
Come prepared with experiences to share, your thoughts on the topics above and plans for the future.
Red Dragons are Forever!
