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January 26, 2012

What Ever Happened to...?

Names of classmates who have come and gone throughout the years

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John vdH on January 26, 2012 11:44 AM

Anyone remember Jeff Speilman or Carolyn Holmes from Middlesex Jr High?

Steve Craig on February 4, 2012 6:45 AM

Funny how one memory leads to another. Yeah, I remember Caroline Holme. We rode the school bus with the Royle kids who went to Mather wing for 6th grade. Had three men teachers, Mssrs Pauze, Peters and Berlino. Remember Mr. Berlino's red T-bird? Anyway, one day on the bus I must have made some wiseass remark because Caroline turned around in her seat and slapped me in the face. Whap! Remember the bus driver, Mr. Comu? Kind of looked like the actor John Carradine. He owned Comu's Cabins, a set of ramshackle rentals on the Post Road in that stretch across from Hecker Ave. Because of the spelling of his name, we speculated that Communists lived in the cabins.

Tim Maul on February 2, 2012 10:23 PM

Dear Kids, I remember Carolyn (Caroline?) Holmes. She was smart and lovely. Our lockers were near each other and one morning she sang 'These Boots Are Made For Walkin'. Best From Manhattan.....Tim Maul

Patti Craig on February 3, 2012 4:04 PM

Hey Tim,

It is terrific to hear from you. How are things in the Big Apple? We missed you at the reunion. Mike Flock and I were looking for you. Any news from Allison A'Odell....Peter Popov...Mark Mangini?
Steve and I are meeting John vdHeuvel and Sue Venarde Mahoney for lunch in Darien on Tuesday, Feb. 28th. Any chance you can join us?

PS..anyone else who is free on the 28th, please consider yourself invited. We'll be at The Goose, on the Post Rd., at noon.

Tim Maul on February 4, 2012 3:41 PM

Alison Odell and I have remained in touch. Her Mother lives near us on the upper east side and we compared notes a mere few weeks ago-she lives in Seattle and is well. A raincheck on lunch, will need to get my Ct. passport in order. Tim

Patti Craig on February 4, 2012 7:59 PM

Thanks for the update on Alison, Tim. Please tell her that I think of her and wish her well. Also, would love to see you. Let us know the next time you travel up to the Republic of Connecticut.

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December 24, 2011

2012 New Year Shout Outs

Here's hoping for a great year...

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September 13, 2011

Fall 2011

There's Something in the Air

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Ron Howard on September 22, 2011 9:35 AM

Dennis- I'm casting a new movie and you'd be perfect. I'll be in touch.

Dennis Sullivan on October 5, 2011 4:31 PM

Dear Ron,

If the movie doesn't involve too much running, count me in!!

Sincerely,

Dennis

Alvina on September 27, 2011 2:40 PM

Dear Meester Howard,

I jus' sawr yer notice a makin' a movie soon. I be liken y'all to know that I'm a starlet mysef. Fact is I were Miss Cornpone at the 'Roast Meat Hill pageant. Ax Mr. Eaydie Tyler, He tell y'all. Heck dahlin, you jes come on down and set a spell. You like your steak all dried up like Mr. Eaydie do?
Sincerely Yourn,
Alvina T. Hatfield

Ed on October 19, 2011 6:40 PM

Alvina
You have taken to to southern vernacular with great ease, but I know of your northern roots. Ha!
I'm eating fried chicken as I type this and the keyboard is getting a little slippery. I'll tell the Colonel you'll be by..

'Beef Jerky' ED

Alvina on October 19, 2011 9:14 PM

Greetin's to you too, Mr. Eadie, Sure is might fine to be hearin' from y'all. How y'all been doin'? You silly, a course I got northern roots. They be right out yonder in my vegie patch. I got me beet greens an' turnips too. Ever'body 'round here's got 'em. You cook 'em up wif some nice grease an' you got yersef a somepin' worth eatin'. An speakin' a grease. I bet that be swamp cheecken you munchin' on.....an you prolly got yersef an ole chewy one at that. You know a real live military man.....like Jaeyeb Stuart? He ain't too long in the tooth now is he? Bye fer now dahlin', Alvina

Heuvel on October 17, 2011 4:54 PM

Hey- great hike. Thanks to Steve and Patti Craig for their kind hospitality. Everyone had a great time. Next it's on to Lake Placid in February 2012!

Jenny Bates on November 10, 2011 12:38 PM

Hey, I love the welcome page... you guys are great to keep this website so ALIVE!
On another subject... I got 'friended' by Christina Hornbeck a couple of days ago... HOW DOES THIS HAPPEN??

Webmeister on November 15, 2011 9:16 AM

Jenny- Given Christine's chutzpah in life, I can believe it. She's welcome to blog here anytime!

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May 26, 2011

Summertime- And the livin' is easy

Let us know your plans this summer...

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Patti Craig on May 27, 2011 1:16 PM

"Heads Up"

Pat (Patricia) Wilcox (CLSW) has a new book out dealing with childhood trauma. Pat is the Vice President of the Klingberg Family Center in New Britain, CT. In addition to years of research, Pat is also a practicing Clinical Social Worker which I appreciate. The book title is ' The Restorative Approach: Trauma Informed Care for Children and Adolescents'. For those of you who are interested, you might want to check this out.

PS Mardie, any new interesting stuff from the conference on the Autism Spectrum?

Mardie on June 18, 2011 9:37 AM

HEY!! I haven't forgotten you. We just finished school yesterday (6/17) and we had to pack up everything in our rooms to move to a new school. Whew! I'll write again. I have also been working as a consultant (in addition to teaching my 7 students) for a kid with extremely challenging behaviors (and a diagnosis of Autism). So, I have a lot of new info......

Patti Craig on June 18, 2011 11:38 AM

That's great. I know that there is a lot of new info out there and I haven't kept as close a watch I should. 'Can't wait to hear what you have to say.
Also, let me recommend Pat Wilcox's book again. Although practicioners have known for years that there is a meaningful link between trauma and dissociative behaviors, there hasn't been a lot written. Finally someone has written about what the protective service workers and Suzanne Segroi have been screaming about for years.

Meridith H. Bjork on May 29, 2011 7:39 AM

For anyone attending their reunions: Be very careful about staying at the Doubletree by Hilton on the Post Rd. in Norwalk. I stayed there at Easter and had my room "cleaned out" before checkout, property taken and a HUGE hassle to get reimbursed ( still not paid by May 30th). The housekeeping staff was completely unsympathetic and very defensive about my belongings being removed and "lost". I had a great experience during my reunion by staying in Stamford!

Mark Tinker on August 9, 2011 6:23 PM

Will the work at the beach endanger the tomb?

Tombbuilder on August 9, 2011 7:59 PM

You're damn straight it might. But our first concern should be those little kids. Junior there is probably wondering why his little pole with the purple flag doesn't go any deeper into the sand. Did it hit something down there? And his sister with the grey shorts - I'll bet if she turned around we'd see she's wearing a LXIX t-shirt. This don't look good.

Mark Tinker on August 10, 2011 9:43 AM

Not a LXIX t-shirt but perhaps one that reads MX.

LXIX on August 10, 2011 4:17 PM

A little girl wearing MX, not likely. A little girl wearing LXIX, very likely. We are watching. Catch us if you can.........

Mark Tinker on August 10, 2011 10:12 PM

You never know. It's a new day.

LXIX on August 11, 2011 2:42 PM

Omigod! Unisex MX. Eeeeuuuw! What will they think of next......sliced bread?

Heuvel on August 11, 2011 9:23 AM

Don't like the looks of this. I think the kids have dug up a black converse from the tomb already.

Tombbuilder on August 11, 2011 4:25 PM

Dateline Weed Beach, Darien, CT

Ancient Tomb Under Assault!

Attention Class of '69 tombsters - be aware that we are on the verge of entering an era of unprecedented danger. The sacred tomb, buried decades ago beneath the sands of Weed Beach, is in imminent danger of being violated by one or more parties. Whether it is a band of LXIX'ers marauding as tombettes, or a gang of present day youngsters, who by chance, encounter something beyond their comprehension, I shudder to even think of the apocalyptic consequences. Consider that scene toward the end of Raiders of the Lost Arc: "Marion, whatever you do, don't look at the arc.” If the tomb is opened .....
I'll say no more and leave it to you to contemplate the ghastly outcome. Perhaps it's time to rally our defenses, gather our tools, and show the folks in Washington, DC that they're not the only ones thinking about shovel ready projects.

Tombbuilder on August 11, 2011 4:27 PM

Tombbuilder self-correcction: oops - Ark, not Arc.

Heuvel on August 12, 2011 11:35 AM

Looks like another item from this 'buried tomb' has surfaced- a frisbee with the initials MX.... Costello was talking about an OPLAN recon.... might not be a bad idea!

Alvina Hatfield on August 18, 2011 3:52 PM

Dear Eddie,

A little bird jus' tole me that you might be taken' one of yer big walks agin nex summer. That right? Might you be acomin' down my way? I'm just over yonder in West Virginny. You come on down and I'll fix you some nice dried London Broil, jus' the way you like it. Whadda ya say? Yers truely, Alvina T. Hatfield

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December 31, 2010

2011

A New Year cometh

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Webmeister on December 31, 2010 10:09 AM

Greetings Class of 1969- Let's hear those New Year Resolutions!

Patti Craig on January 19, 2011 12:28 PM

I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Keen's passing. I remember him well and I remember Dirt Science, believe it or not. We had a great bunch of kids at our table in the back, Stu Traver, Nancy Ettele, me and some guy named Steve Craig. 'Happy Trails', Mr. Keen. You had the patience of a saint.

Mark Tinker on January 28, 2011 11:56 AM

Great pix!!Way to maintain the site, JVH. All good stuff. Thx for your efforts!!

Webmeister on January 30, 2011 9:53 AM

Greetings Mark- One of our most loyal readers and local street hawk! Very kind comments. PS- Please help do something for Charlie Sheen. He's giving Hollywood a bad reputation!

Mark Tinker on January 30, 2011 3:44 PM

I'm sending hookers and blow over to Charlie to cheer him up.

John vdHeuvel on February 10, 2011 5:27 PM

Mark- I heard Charlie Sheen was so bad Lindsey Lohan is concerned!

Tom Penrose on February 11, 2011 12:01 AM

Tinker in Tinseltown !! Was great to talk with you. Could have gone on another 2 hours had my phone not died!! Lot of great memories. Lot of real adventures we had - Baker, Fenichel(sp?)..... Checked out your show 'Private Practice' (no comment).......Let's talk again.

NOTE TO (unnamed) webmeister: No more expensive Godiva chocolates for you and Mom til you pick up the phone and say thanks. Imagine, such a cultured, high-class Darien fellow....

Mark Tinker on February 12, 2011 4:50 PM

Well, well !! Happy to see the Pemberton boy come up for air. Great talking with you as well, Tom. Re: no comment on Private Practice -- I happen to agree with you; t'aint a show I'd watch but I'm happy to be employed and paying the bills. Stay warm back there in the freezing NE. 80º out here in SoCal today. Later..............

George Wehmann on February 16, 2011 1:28 PM

Down here in North Carolina, home of Kitty Hawk, the story about who was the first to fly, isn't very popular. Sorry to Dayton Ohio too.

Not the Wright Brothers. Someone from Brideport Connecticut!!!!!

"Two years, four months and three days before the successful flights of the Wright brothers at Kitty Hawk, a birdlike monoplane took to the air at early dawn on August 14, 1901, near Bridgeport, Connecticut, carrying its inventor and builder, Gustav Whitehead, a distance of approximately a half mile." Stella Randolph, The Lost Flights of Gustave Whitehead.

http://gustavewhitehead.org/

The Smithsonian "Conspiracy"

It has been long believed that the Smithsonian refuses to recognize Whitehead due to a deal made with the estate of the Wright Brothers in 1948. This agreement stipulated the Smithsonian would only retain the right to display the famed aircraft "The Flyer" if it did not display any other work belonging to predecessors of the Wrights.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gustav_Whitehead

The aviation event for which Whitehead is now best-known reportedly took place in Fairfield, Connecticut on August 14, 1901. According to an eyewitness newspaper article widely attributed to journalist Dick Howell of the Bridgeport Sunday Herald, Whitehead piloted his Number 21 aircraft in a controlled powered flight for about half a mile up to 50 feet high and landed safely.[6] The feat, if true, preceded the Wright brothers by more than two years and exceeded their best 1903 Kitty Hawk flight, which covered 852 feet at a height of about 10 feet.

Heuvel on March 11, 2011 7:58 PM

Good stuff, George. There were a whole bunch of people 'flying' back in '69 too.

Mark Tinker on February 18, 2011 11:35 PM

Re: pic on main page --

The Doctor is in !!!!!!!!!!!

Craigbo on March 13, 2011 8:40 AM

Pretty impressive relay results for the DHS 4 x 200 team. I'm dustin' off my Adidas and gettin' ready for Poccia to slip me that metal eel. We'll see whose got the whitest bread: '69 when real men ran on cinders against the likes of Bobby Valentine and Hartford Public, or these 2011 prima donnas running around on soft plastic with their personal trainers.

Heuvel on April 8, 2011 8:28 AM

Steve- If I remember correctly I thought you had a pair of PF Flyers, or maybe some black cons. Times sure have changed. Darien must be putting something in the water!

Craigbo on April 22, 2011 7:35 AM

The Black Cons were strictly the material of Lope and his hoops gang. Us runners and jumpers wore Adidas shoes with 3/4" spikes - that's right - pole vaulting with spikes. What the hell was I thinking?

Mark Tinker on April 16, 2011 5:43 PM

The Tomb??!!

If only Stringer could be there!!

Craigbo on April 22, 2011 7:38 AM

Indeed, Mark. If John were with us, we'd have excavated that sucker by now and put it on display in the "intersection".

Mark Tinker on May 8, 2011 10:04 PM

Look at John "I Rule the Interweb" Heuval keeping this site a happening!! New pics, info, articles and general sleuthage to find things that keep '69ers coming back for more.

Kudos dude!

Webmeister on May 9, 2011 2:13 PM

Very kind comments, Mark. I will pass your well wishes along- I believe Heuvel is somewhere between Akron and Cleveland as we speak. Might I add it is the feedback and comments from our classmates that sustain this website!

Mark Tinker on May 9, 2011 9:42 PM

OK, I'm so confused!!!!! Heuval's not the webmaster? Who's the boss? And I don't mean Tony Danza.

Webmeister on May 10, 2011 8:23 AM

From what I hear, Heuvel's planning to sell old Zappa LP's from his car outside the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Mark Tinker on May 10, 2011 1:16 PM

Word on the street says Heuval was Squad Leader of Team Six and that he fired the fatal shots that dropped Bin Laden.

Heuuuuuuuuuuvallllllll!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Billy Shakespeare on May 10, 2011 3:13 PM

Ah, yes...sleuthage......sleuthage? Is that like to sleuth or not to sleuth....................and what was the question?

Dan Webster on May 11, 2011 11:59 AM

In the future perfect continous "I will have been sleuthing"

Billy Shakespeare on May 11, 2011 3:38 PM

.....and in such a state of continuous sleuthing.
will it have been a good thing or bad thing?

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September 26, 2010

Happy Holidays

Keep the conversation going...

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John Heuvel on October 4, 2010 8:25 AM

Anybody turn 60 yet?

Christine Eng Leventhal on October 16, 2010 6:45 AM

Hi John.. 5 months to go.....I will look for you at DHS on Nov. 2 - we have staff dev.....

Heuvel on October 19, 2010 9:15 AM

Christine- You look so young I always thought you had skipped two grades. See you in two weeks and don't forget to VOTE!

Mark Tinker on October 9, 2010 9:28 PM

Johnny boy, love ya but why do you gotta rush it?!!!!
(Doesn't 18 sound so much better?)

Ticket Taker on December 13, 2010 12:25 PM

T'was the night before Christmas
The town in good cheer,
I swung by Glen Liquors
to pick up some beer.

Then headed to Benny's
a hop, skip and jump
and saw Chase Manhattan
instead of The Dump!

I headed downtown
to take in the sights,
The Darien Sport shop
all covered with lights

I checked out its windows
saw love and saw peace,
then started to shop
and got royally fleeced!

I was sick to my stomach
So I went into Griebs
for a bottle of aspirin
and a tin of Alleve.

I popped into Brooks
to buy a few shirts
When the help finally showed
I was treated like dirt!

So I grabbed me some ties,
some socks and some shoes
and headed to Ernies
to throw back some booze.

The mood it was festive,
we sang us some carols,
then people showed up
all donned in gay apparel.
I put down my draft
and said ain't this great!
The whole time I've lived here,
I thought you all straight.

The peaceful Darien Station, covered with snow,
yet a noise could be heard and continued to grow
I peered down the tracks expecting a train
and here came ol' Santa Claus holding his reins!

The sleigh screamed right by me in no seconds flat,
with Toys scattered everywhere-even blew off his hat!
So I run down the Post Road to give Santa a search
and came on his sleigh, parked outside a church!

As I peeked in the window I saw him in prayer,
Hoping not to miss all the kids whose cupboards were bare,
And as he readied to go he winked with good cheer
And wished everyone Christmas joy throughout the New Year.

Patti Craig on December 14, 2010 12:28 PM

Well done, TT. Well done. "Merry Christmas"

Christine Eng Leventhal on December 21, 2010 7:34 AM

I second that....Merry Christmas Mark! I am going to read this to my classes today......

Webmeister on December 21, 2010 4:29 PM

Merry Christmas Christine- Mr Tinker claims no authorship for the Clement Moore knock-off. My understanding is, however, the movie rights are still available!

Alvina T. Hatfield on October 18, 2010 5:32 PM

Craigbo- About the shoes...they stink to high heaven!

Elmer Yocum on October 19, 2010 1:25 PM

Alvina, Alvina, honey buns. Whaddya mean ma shoes stink. You knows that theys ma dancin' shoes. Plus, you loves ma feet. Specially them little pinkies o' mine.
Why you sendin' ma shoes all over creation? And who is this Eddie fella?
Yours forever, Elmer

Jubalation T. Cornpone on October 19, 2010 2:53 PM

Elmer, stop all yer whinin'. I has a good buddy up in Connecteecut, calls hissef, Seven Verses. He says them dancin' shoes belong to some fella who works at a carnival out west, called the Palisades.
Respectfullly yourn, Jubalation T. Cornpone (Ret)

Dennis Sullivan on October 19, 2010 9:30 AM

Aw crap! After about six months, I decided to revisit the site... and was greatly saddened to learn of Chris Hornbeck's passing a couple months ago. At the 2009 reunion, I really had fun dancing with her, talking, sharing a beer at Weed Beach!

What a life she had!!! It hurts to know she is gone. Yet I also treasure my reconnecting with her, albeit brief, last year.

Holding you in the light, Chris

Heuvel on October 24, 2010 1:44 PM

And in the end it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. [Abraham Lincoln]

Mardie on December 2, 2010 6:06 PM

No, not until next July 2011!

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April 13, 2010

Summertime 2010

Share your plans for Spring and Summer. Let us know what is happening.

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Heuvel on May 10, 2010 10:29 PM

Someone mentioned getting a softball game together this summer, maybe in June. I can check on a field. Everyone can bring their own beer (a keg is too heavy for our backs). The only rule will be no one can take it too seriously! Maybe bring the kids along.

George Wehmann on May 19, 2010 1:46 PM

Just got a call from Terris Devereaux. He's in Charlotte NC. We'll connect more by direct email. He thinks I changed his life somehow. Hmmmm. Sounds interesting... GW

Pat Neuman on June 23, 2011 8:18 PM

No, Terris changed my life in D.C. after AU!! I've been looking for him on and off for years to thank him. Please tell him

Heuvel on May 28, 2010 9:40 PM

August appears to be a better month for a softball game. A number of classmates are coming to Darien in August. Also DHS '70 is having a reunion (www.darienhigh70.com) Aug 6-8 so we may be able to hook up with them.

Patti Craig on May 31, 2010 1:31 PM

Great Idea, John! From what I'm hearing, August is a good time for folks....the first weekend in August ( 6 - 8) in particular. As you mentioned the DHS class of 1970 will be in town then also so we can catch up with them as well. Let's do it! Softball and picnic the first weekend in August.

From Craigbo " Can anyone catch the midnight train, my black bad boy friz?

Patti Craig on June 15, 2010 1:16 PM

Hi Janet,

I Can't believe it, a mini reunion this August. Lunch at Pellicci's, softball at DHS and Benny's afterwards. Can't wait. The one thing that we're missing is Fearless Leadership!........team captains. I'm nominating Josie and Lope. Whadda you think?

Lorraine on June 15, 2010 1:26 PM

Captain? Captain? I wanna be captain! I want Bonfoey's butt on a platter! XXoo Lorraine B.

Jenny Bates on June 15, 2010 3:38 PM

Okay, I just checked out the Class of '70's website... Heuvel, ours is WAY better... they don't give anybody names... who is the guy with the zebra VW???

Anthony Diaz Blue on June 15, 2010 4:02 PM

Anthony Diaz Blue, Food Critic, NY Times

Pellicci;s Restaurant
96 Stillwater Ave.,
Stamford, CT (near Stamford Hosp)

This old family restaurant is in its thrid generation of operation and hasn't lost a bit of the grand flavor of Italy. Although their menu is huge perhaps their best dish is still their NY style thin crust pizza. Made with made with their own sauce and fresh mozzarellla (and a million topping if you like). It is the best pizza outside of Wooster St. in New Haven. Maybe even better. Be there on August 7th at noon and find out.

Webmeister on June 16, 2010 8:55 AM

Folks from out of town may stay at the Doubletree Hotel in Norwalk. They will give us a rate of $103.77 (with tax and AAA) for a double room with 2 queen beds

Janet Martin Fisher on June 17, 2010 11:15 AM

Or, if you want to lie, you can say you're with the class of 1970 and get a room for $79.00 plus tax!!

The Jrs. on June 16, 2010 2:26 PM

Hello out there! I just heard the funniest thing. You, 69ers are challenging us 70's to a softball game? What are they gonna do wheel you guys out in your chairs........give you extra 'Depends'? If you can still read this....BE THERE! We're gonna whup your behinds.
The Jrs.

1969 Trash Talker on June 17, 2010 10:06 AM

DHS 70 is like yesterday's coffee -- a little weak in the bean...

Espresso on June 17, 2010 10:57 AM

At least we've got all our beans. No decaf here!

Walt Whitman on June 20, 2010 10:05 AM

O Captain! our Captain! who will come forth this day,

To lead the Class of ’69, on the field of play?

The game is near, the challenge clear, the Class of ’70 beckons.

Who of us will guide our team and teach these folks a lesson?

Oh Captain! Our Captain! rise up and hear the call.

To gather bats and worn out mitts and rally ‘round the ball,

To recall games of long ago, and plays made in the clutch,

When running 'round the bases did not hurt so much.

Oh Captain! Our Captain! the August sun awaits.

Help us round the bases, spur us to home plate.

And when the game is over, ‘midst winners’ cheers and losers’ groans,

Your gentle hand, your calming voice, will sooth our aching bones.

Heuvel on June 22, 2010 10:10 AM

This describes only two people: Skins or Bev!

Patti Craig on June 22, 2010 3:10 PM

How about Skins and Bev? 'Works for me. We definitely want Bev on our team. She catches. She hits and she throws. She's that good and she is still playing.

Skins is a great short stop. She is quick and she throws a mean side arm. We'll need someone good at first base to catch her.
Skins are you still playing?

PS Both can talk trash!

George Steinbrenner on June 23, 2010 1:24 PM

To: Eric Joosten, General Manager
Paul Hendrickson, General Manager

From: George Steinbrenner, Boss

Re: Recruiting

Congratualations, boys. I understand that you've signed Bonfoey for August 7th and maybe "Skins" or "Bones' or somebody like that also....Good Work!

Now go get me Lynch, Tyler, Gatto and Bischof.

And get after that kid, Lopriore out of Jacksonville. He's been playing tootsie with us long enough. I want him!

Any other scouting buzz from vanden Heuvel?

John vanden Heuvel on June 23, 2010 3:19 PM

Yea, pitch Nina Millett (Miller) high and tight. She'll swing at anything inside.

The Boss on June 23, 2010 7:50 PM

To: General Managers

From: the Boss

'Ok Ok' we've got a buzz now on one heavy hitter. We need a pitcher with good inside control.

Get me Lynch and/or Bischof.

And we need a first base who can catch a fast low side arm.

Make it so!

What else is out there?

Trash Talker on June 29, 2010 8:42 AM

Will Paul Hepp do? I hear he may show up.

The Boss on June 29, 2010 4:03 PM

I'm getting the same buzz on Mr. Hepp. Excellent! Excelllent! There is our big first base man to catch a fast hard side arm. How're we doing for pitchers?

Trash Talker on June 30, 2010 8:57 AM

I'm trying to line up Rick Poccia. I think he may be interested.

Jim Valente on July 1, 2010 8:53 AM

Just wanted to let you know both Cindy and I will be atPellicci's and the game... Not playing though, I'll kill myself!

Then we're off to Cindy's 40th....

Patti Craig on July 1, 2010 4:05 PM

In case any of you were worried that that Wooly Bully, Lorraine B. might show up at the game and utter unkind words, please rest assured that Carol Ann Augustus Sommers has us covered. She has cast her famous safety spell, 'Pax Plurus, Exodus Lorrainus.

Heven help the 70's.

Bev you can leave your chain armor at home.

Darien EMTs on July 2, 2010 10:49 AM

The Darien EMTs have been notified of this game. We will have an ambulance standing by the tennis courts... oxygen, nitroglycerin, and paddles... this is covering the class of '70. We know the class of '69 will be fine.

Trash Talker on July 3, 2010 4:09 PM

Tell the EMT's to bring some Viagra coupons for the '70 guys.

Darien Animal Control Officer, Bambi Von Chaseoff on July 3, 2010 4:16 PM

The Darien EMTs have contacted me and I will be 'on call' the afternoon of August 7th. I understand the this Lorraine B. bites, spits and scratches. Anyone know if she has had all her shots?

peter white on July 9, 2010 3:15 PM

Class of '70 ?!? Besides augustus, is anyone in that class even still alive( were they ever) ? Bring 'em on!

Patti Craig on July 11, 2010 12:17 PM

Greeting everyone,

August 7th is just around the corner now. 'Not long before we're all together again to play, visit, catch up etc... We can't wait to see you. Wasn't last year the best!

Next Sat. (July 24th), Steve and I are going down to Stamford to give Pellicci's last minute instructions. Therefore, please let us know this week, if you're coming to Pellicci's at noon for lunch before the game. Even though this luncheon is a pay as you go, (we're not collecting $ in advance), we will be a large group and the restaurant needs to know how many to expect. So if you'd kindly let us know this week if you're planning to come to Pellicci's, we'll firm up lunch plans. Thanks. Patti and Steve

Trash Talker on July 13, 2010 8:48 PM

Let me know how their thin crust and pepperoni tastes. And make sure I can get anchovies!

Patti Craig on July 16, 2010 12:14 PM

To: T. T.

Their crust is nice and light and crispy. The pepperoni is sweet and thinly sliced. And you can have all the anchovies you want!
They even make a retro pizza which is the same receipe that they used for their first pizza back in the 40's I have to go wipe the drool off my face now.

Heuvel on July 25, 2010 7:56 AM

Had lunch at Pellicci's yesterday with Steve and Patti. Pizzas are out of this world! I had a little trouble finding the place- the first time my GPS told me to pull over and ask for directions! Great to see the Craigs and super choice for a get-together.

Patti Craig on July 25, 2010 3:24 PM

It was great to see you too, John. I agree the food at Pellicci's is really good and they are wonderful to do business with. They are going to give us a set-up in the room with the waterfall and we can linger there as long as we like. So if it showers or is really hot, we can hang out there if we want to.
I think the easiest way to get to Pellicci's is to come in from north of town, down from the Merritt on Long Ridge Rd. So if you are coming in from north of town..................

Get on the Merritt in whatever way is easiest for you.
Leave the parkway at exit #34, Long Ridge Rd. Stay in the middle lane.
At the end of the exit ramp, turn left onto Long Ridge Rd. rt. # 104.
Stay in the right lane. Go thru' five lights.
At the sixth light (1 mile from the Merritt) turn right and then an immediate left onto Stillwater Ave.
Stay on Stillwater Ave., past Eden Farms, past the Municipal Golf Course (about 2 miles)
After the golf course, the road curves sharply to the left.
Following the curve, turn right at the light to stay on Stillwater.
In about 1/4 mile, look for the baseball/soccer fields on the left and bear left to follow Stillwater Ave. around the fields.
Pellicci's is about 1/2 mile on your right.
Parking is just beyond the restaurant on the right.

George Steinbrenner's ghost on July 16, 2010 12:08 PM

To: Eric Joosten, General Manager
Paul Henrickson, General Manager

Congratulations boys! I've heard that you signed Mr. Lopriore out of Florida. I heard the roar of approval all the way up here. August 7th is going to be one happy day.

Trash Talker on July 22, 2010 8:25 AM

Yeah, good job but I think Lope wants to play volleyball!

Steve Craig on July 28, 2010 4:35 PM

Hi Folks,

Can't wait to see everyone.......not long now....less than 2 weeks. If you are interested in having dinner in town, here is the info on the restaurant recommended.
It is called the Goose American Bistro, 972 Post Rd., Darien. Phone number is 203-656-2600. Open for dinner on Sat. from 5:00 - 11:00.
Cuisine is classified as Contemporary American and Contemporary French.

Trash Talker on July 29, 2010 9:04 AM

Hell yeah! And Craigbo's buying!

Patti & Steve Craig on August 8, 2010 4:13 PM

Kudos everybody...nice game...that we just happen to win 5 to 4. Many thanks to cheerleaders, runners, ball chasers, picture takers as well as players. The 1970's put up a good fight with lots of great players and high spirit but...............hurray for '69! Pictures coming.

Patti Craig on August 9, 2010 4:17 PM

Hi everyone,

I have just gotten sad news from Nina Miller that Danny Keith (70) died last week. No details but perhaps none are needed. 'Sure will miss his jokes and his smile. I'm sure you Royle school folks will be especially saddened.

Janet Martin Fisher on August 10, 2010 11:53 AM

More very sad news, Chrissy Hornbeck passed away. I'm not sure of the exact date, but the memorial service was this past Saturday.

(Mary)Grace Johnston on August 10, 2010 11:34 PM

So glad to see you guys had such fun. . .I am on the west coast
with daughter, Jessie, third yr. law student at Pepperdine in Malibu.

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January 15, 2010

Class Blog

Marriage, divorces, births, deaths, job hassles...What's going on....We'd like to know

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Webmeister on January 20, 2010 11:26 AM

Erich Segal, author of Love Story, died Sunday, January 17. Should we say we are sorry?

Miracle Max on January 23, 2010 3:56 PM

"Only if it is true love, true love. Only thing better is a nice MLT, mutton, lettuce and tomato sandwich when the mutton is nice and lean and the tomatoes are ripe and so nice and perky. Tsk...tsk...tsk...That is a noble cause! Miracle Max

Mrs. Castorini on January 24, 2010 1:49 PM

So do you love him, Loretta. Yeah Ma, I love him awful. Ah...that's too bad. Mrs. Castorini

Ronny Cammareri on January 26, 2010 11:04 AM

Loretta, I love you. Not like they told you love is, and I didn't know this either, but love don't make things nice - it ruins everything. It breaks your heart. It makes things a mess. We aren't here to make things perfect. The snowflakes are perfect. The stars are perfect. Not us. Not us! We are here to ruin ourselves and to break our hearts and love the wrong people and die. The storybooks are bullshit. Now I want you to come upstairs with me and get in my bed!

Loretta Castorini on January 26, 2010 8:13 PM

You ruined my life. Yes you did. Oh yes you did. You got your bad eyes like a gypsy. And I don't know why I didn't see it yesterday. Bad luck....that's what it is. Is that all I'm going to have? I should have taken a rock and killed myself years ago. You hear me? It never happened.

Webmeister on January 26, 2010 9:51 PM

Ok- enough with the Moonstruck quotes (and Princess Bride).

The Professor in the Grand Ticino Ristorante on January 29, 2010 8:37 AM

You are absolutely right. Bobo, remove all traces of the preceding paragraphs, and bring me a dry martini.

Oliver Barrett IV on January 30, 2010 9:04 AM

Look, Cavalleri, I know your game, and I'm tired of playing it. You are the supreme Radcliffe smart-ass...

Webmeister on February 1, 2010 3:29 PM

Jerome David (JD) Salinger died January 27. Would you say Catcher in the Rye is one of the great novels we read in Jr-Sr High School?

HC on March 27, 2010 7:45 PM

Total phoney.

Webmeister on February 7, 2010 12:10 PM

If you could write a new quote under your picture (like we did with our senior pictures) what would it be?

George Wehmann on February 10, 2010 10:31 AM

All I can say is, "WOW !! "What an Animation !!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=jEjUAnPc2VA#t=20

Heuvel on February 10, 2010 10:55 AM

George- Incredible. Spectacular animation.

George Wehmann on February 10, 2010 10:36 AM

My new yearbook quote(s)?
"Everything is equally opposite to what it seems."
"Don't know where you're going? Then any road will take you there" (so follow The Yellowbrick Road).
"Nothing is as devastating to an opinion as a true fact."

Heuvel on February 18, 2010 8:17 AM

My new quote, "Let this be a lesson..."

George Wehmann on February 18, 2010 9:26 AM

Or...."What were you thinking?!"

Heuvel on February 24, 2010 10:04 AM

George- how about this quote from Dave Berry:

What I look forward to is continued immaturity followed by death

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December 1, 2009

Happy Holidays!

Holiday greetings to all. Send us your shout-outs.

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The Craigs on November 26, 2009 10:49 AM

T'was the night of Thanksgiving
and I just couldn't sleep.
I tried counting backwards
I tried counting sheep.
The leftovers beckoned
the dark meat and white
'tho I the fought temptation
with all of my might.
Tossing and turning with anticipation
the thought of a snack became infatuation!

So I raced to the kitchen
flung open the door.
And gazed at the fridge
full of goodies galore.
I gobbled up turkey
and buttered potatoes.
Pickles, beans and tomatoes.

I felt myself swelling so plump and so round
'Til all of a sudden I rose off the ground.
I crashed through the ceiling
floating into the sky
With a mouthful of pudding
And a handful of pie.
But I managed to yell as I soared passed the trees
"Happy Thanksgiving to all
Pass the cranberries please.

May your stuffing be tasty
may your turkey be plump.
May your potatoes 'n' gravy
have nary a lump.
May your yams be delicious
May your pie take the prize
And may your Thanksgiving dinner
Stay off of your thighs.

John vdH on December 5, 2009 10:48 PM

Merry Christmas to Thom MacVicker- unknown address, unlisted phone, no computer nor e-mail. Got a very nice card. Merry Christmas back at you. Heuvel

Ticket Taker on December 15, 2009 8:56 PM

Twas the night of Thanksgiving and out of the house
Tiger Woods came a flyin', chased by his spouse.
She wielded a nine iron and wasn't too merry,
Cause a bimbo’s phone number was in his Blackberry.

He’d been cheatin' on Elin, and the story progressed.
Woman after woman stepped up and confessed.
He’d been cheatin’ with Holly, and Jaimee, and Cori,
With Joselyn, and Kalika. The world had the story.

From the top of the Tour to the basement of blues,
Tiger’s sad sordid tale was all over the news.
With hostesses, waitresses, he had lots of sex,
When not in their pants, he was sendin' them texts.

Despite all his cryin’ and beggin' and pleadin',
Tiger’s wife went investin' -- a new home in Sweden.
I heard her exclaim from her white Escalade,
"If you’re gettin' laid then I’m gettin' paid."
She’s not pouting, in fact, she’s of jolly good cheer,
‘Cause her prenup made Christmas come early this year.

Mark Tinker on December 25, 2009 9:19 PM

I'll assume that the Heuvel boy is responsible for the care and feeding of this site and to that end I'd like to extend a hearty thank you from the West coast for keeping the Spirit of '69 alive and well on the interweb. You're a good, creative man Johnny boy and it's always fun to see the latest updates, pictures and comments.
A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and all those occasioning upon your continuing wonderful work.

R.I.P. John Stringer and all other classmates no longer with us.

Heuvel on December 29, 2009 10:31 PM

God Bless us, everyone one!

Tim (Tiny) Cratchett (1843)

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September 30, 2009

What's Up for the 45th?!

After the fun we had at the 40th, people are beginning to think of the 45th if you can believe it! What do you think?

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Sally Armus Shutts on September 30, 2009 11:36 AM

What a great job you guys did!!!!!!!!!!! Was a fabulous weekend with wonderful classmates and friends. Hope we can pull off 45th and would be willing to help from FL. How about a reunion CRUISE? Little work and might be able to get good group rate. Anyone in the travel bus?
Sally

Heuvel on September 30, 2009 11:36 AM

Sally- I love that idea. A cruise for the 45th. Let's look into it.

George Wehmann on October 21, 2009 11:17 AM

Cruise sounds good, but wife Karen gets sea sick. Others may have same problem. For same or less $ per person, how about renting a few places at the North Carolina beach in the off season when the prices are great and so is the weather - April, May, September, October. There's the beaches, deep sea fishing boats, sightseeing, wineries, lots to do and see.

Mardie Porter on October 23, 2009 6:49 PM

Hey folks out there, the section called "Class Update" implies that we might occasionally update it! I'd love to hear about your life AFTER the reunion and maybe see a new picture or two.

And,.... a 45th.... you bet. As interesting as a cruise sounds, (one of my many and varied short-term careers was as a steward on a cruise ship in Alaska) I really love coming back to Darien to see people and places that I may not have seen since the last reunion. So, for those of us from away, the location is a big draw. Doesn't mean we can't have an alumni trip separate from the reunion to some faraway location, though. (Need any suggestions?)

George Wehmann on October 27, 2009 6:15 PM

If we did a 45th in Darien, we should get the same place at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation where we had Senior Skip day. We could do egg tosses, 1 legged races, all kinds of games and competitions. Maybe during Saturday daytime?

Mark Tinker on October 28, 2009 12:13 AM

George, dude, I love ya but we're gonna be 63ish at a 45th. I won't speak for everyone but the most exercise I'm gonna wanna do then is lift a Rheingold to my mouth.

Besides, I don't think Doc's car can handle another dump into the ditch.

Jim Morrison on October 30, 2009 8:37 PM

Had a great time with "old" friends. Pound Ridge was great but riding back to Darien in Docs' car was a nightmare. At least this time we don't have to phone the whole class.
Mori

George Wehmann on October 28, 2009 2:25 PM

Hmmm. ya gotta point there. Wonder if beer is allowed in Pound Ridge?

George Wehmann on November 3, 2009 10:15 AM

Anyone know who put up a DHS class of 69 facebook page?http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/profile.php?id=100000410876129&ref=name

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