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Date Posted: 12:51:07 07/08/09 Wed
Author: Ellie.
Author Host/IP: c114-76-95-65.thoms3.vic.optusnet.com.au / 114.76.95.65
Subject: A reflective time..

Hello Tina and Phyliss.. A time back I mentioned my dear long time friend Cate who died unexpectadly at the end of April. I couldn't go to her funeral service sscame down with a rotten cold/sore throat 2 days beforehand.
A few weeks ago I got a phone call from Jenny, one of 2 executors of Cate's will saying that last Saturday there would be 'open house' at Cate's before the house went on the market, and for her friends to come and choose something from Cate's bequests to friends, as a memory of her. So I went, and as you can guess it was very poignant.
There were a LOT of things to go, and I was urged to take whatever I wanted among the things, but I don't have a car so obviously I couldn't take much. I did have a laugh when I was asked if I wanted any outdoor furniture.. explained that I lived in a second floor apartment!
I ended up just taking 3 things, One was a handsome blue and white china duck that lived on Cate's coffee table, I had always admired that duck, so when I saw it among the things to 'go' I knew that was what I wanted.
Those of us that were there sat and talked over tea/coffee/cheese/crackers etc and had some laughs too, so it was a good memory time with thoughts of Cate.
Phyliss, I hope you enjoyed your July 4th and your sisters birthday.. strawberry shortcake, Yum.. also that you will have a great time during your weekend in Maine.
Also thoughts that your daughter will get that Job!
Tina, how are you? Hope you are keeping as well as possible, and enjoying some nice weather,
Hugs and thoughts.
Ellie.

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[> Re: A reflective time.. -- Phyllis, 15:48:54 07/12/09 Sun (NoHost/71.181.48.168)

Hi Ellie & Tina,

I am sorry that you could not attend your friend's funeral but when one is sick and not feeling well it is best to stay away from crowds and recouperate at home.

It helps to be with friends and to celebrate your fond memories of the dear friend that you loss. How very nice that you were able to select a special item to have in her memory. The blue and while china ducks sounds perfect.

My daughter's second interview went well and she expects to hear back regarding their final decision this week. I will keep you gals posted.

We are enjoying our time together. This week we have a 3 day sidewalk sale. The main streets are blocked off so not travel can go through. The stores on main street display a variety of goods that are marked down. It is held every year during the month of July.

Our weekend trip with my daughter and her family at the beach in Maine is coming up the end of this month. It should be fun and interesting as Ashley (13 months old) does not walk yet but loves to crawl and is super fast. Her sister, Kaitlyn remembers our trip to the beach 2 years ago and is looking forward to seeing the butterfly exhibit at the animal zoo. We had planned this trip last winter as you have to make reservations well in advance.

We are having beautiful, sunny and not too hot weather.

Wishing you both a good week.

Phyllis

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