Back home again after a whirlwind 24 hours.  The champagne and caviar definately flowed all evening at the party and it was so much fun meeting old friends.  The party started with cocktails at 7 and the party was still going strong when we left at 1AM.  They had a huge tent, beautifully decorated and had tables set up for about 150 - 175 people.   The rest of the seating was all large conversation centers with over-stuffed sofas and tables set up - very unusual but a wonderful idea.   I thought it would be uncomfortable for the dinners but the tables were just the right height and it worked out very well.   When we left the hotel this morning a lot of the group were settling down for another day of partying.  We are exhausted&#33;&#33;&#33;<br />
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Maria - so glad that you finally got a good nights sleep.  Sounds like the PT might be doing some good.  <br />
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Rose - I WISH they gave gifts like that when Jim retired.   From what I remember he received a nice handshake and the banks best wishes.  lol.  <br />
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Shar - sounds like you will be very busy til the holidays are over.  Drop in whenever you have a chance and let us know how you are doing.   <br />
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Jenn - hope your cold isn&#39;t getting you down.  Take care of yourself.  Have fun at your Red Hats party. <br />
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Time to figure out what to make for dinner.  Hope everyone is having a good weekend.  It is very cold here so I may just have to start of pot of soup .