James A "Jim" White

Thank you, HERKY VEACH and MARY for meeting with Kathy and me ... and your offers of help should we have knee surgery.

UPCOMING BIRTHDAYS

Hooray for BUTCH COLBERT and SHARON for 50-years of wedding bliss. Butch is one of our classmates, like Bob and Karen Harrington Ream, Laura Knight Atkins (now deceased), Herky Veach and others that have worked in the oil business in the middle east. Having a loss in the family is truly hard and Butch and Sharon have lost two children. This guy, meaning me, cannot imagine the loss. Blessings to Gilbert "Butch" and Sharon on their 50th Anniversary.

So John Rommel has a birthday coming up, aye? I tried to reach him awhile back and could not. Craig Sutherland, can you try? You know our concern. Betty McCombs Patton's birthday is 3 days later. She is one others are jealous of as she looks about 40. Sorry I do not know more of you so I could tell classmates about you. Deborah Pike is still in Hawaii .... right, Deborah? Jill Webster Reed is still hanging in there, as is her wonderful, supportive husband, H.D. Reed. Kathy and I will be passing by and visiting with Laurie Shuey Andersen in about a month, right before her birthday. How is upper NY retirement, Robin Lostetter? Tommy Alexander, still riding your motorcycle? How is Las Cruces treating you?

UPCOMING BIRTHDAYS

LOUIS BAGWELL, we have not forgotten you. Just been busy but want to meet for a visit. BARBY MITCHELL STAGNER, we have been in Sugerland a couple times but have not had time to ask, "Can we come by?" Classmates, please let us know about your blessings and difficulties. We care!

James A "Jim" White

I was fortunate to have LOUIE BAGWELL come visit me in Galveston today. Thank you Louie for coming all the way down here and I always love our conversations. You probably know that Louis was a prominent attorney before retirement, but did you know he worked his entire career for the oldest, continuous law firm west of the Mississippi?

Kathy and I have wonderful neighbors here at Jamaica Beach RV Resort and they were kind enough to let us take their 3-Wheel Cycle out. It has a speedometer reading 150 MPH. We did not even attempt to speed, but this was a fun afternoon ride. Right beyond the telephone pole is the Gulf of Mexico. We are lucky to be here with 32-miles of sandy beach.

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I told MARDI GONYEA NICKLIN that this painting at a local restaurant reminded me of her. The more I think about it, I believe our Florida beach classmate, KAREN McCARTY MESSINA fits in there also. Which of our classmates do you think would enjoy the sun and wine and fill the other spots? 

I've forgotten who all has a birthday coming up but my memory tells me LAURIE SHUEY ANDERSEN has one next week. We will see her and, hopefully, TERRY BOONE and possibly CECIL THROWER while in Fort Worth area for a very short time the end of May. Then move onto Lubbock to see MILDRED ANDREWS FORD. What classmates will you be seeing?

William Samuel "Bill" Sloan

Brunch at Farley's Roswell, Sunday April 23rd. I had a really good time catching up with (left to right) Craig, Margie, Dickie, Pam, Bill, Jim.  I am so glad to have such good friends at home! We talked, ate some, talked some more! And thank goodness the owl scarepigeon was on duty protecting us!

James A "Jim" White

Doris Flood (Burton)

I so wish I could have been in Roswell for that get together at Farleys.  Some of my favorite memories as a kid and older were made with some of those people sitting at that table.  So good to see their faces.

William Samuel "Bill" Sloan

Margie and I start our next trip this coming Wednesday, May 24th. First is Peru with a 2 weeks tour plus a couple of days. Definitely going to Machu Pichu and the Nazca lines plus others. Then 1 week in Chile and 5 weeks in Australia. I will send some photos and commenrs along the way.

See the attached photo: I still have the majority of my mental faculties; I do not have a screw loose. However on the Ellis Trail, Sandia Peak I did find my missing bolt!  Wishing you all a really good summer!

Julia "Jill" Webster (Reed)

Hello to the RHS-GHS family.  I want to give you an update,  Do to a concern over the quality of care my kids and I have moved Jill to a different facility.  The new facility is:

Brookdale Oak Hollow, 2016 L. Don Dodson Parkway, Bedford, TX 76021

Feel free to send Jill a letter or a card and they will get it to her.  I know she likes hearing from you.

When the nurse at the new facility was doing her assessment with Jill, she found that Jill knew her name and birthdate, and knew she was married, had two kids, a boy and a girl, and the boy's name was Tucker but couldn't remember the girl's name.  When the nurse asked Jill what year it was she said she thought it was 1978.  Last June when Jill was in the hospital with a UTI the med nurse came in and asked Jill her name, birthdate, and what year it was Jill told her Jill Webster, 4/28/48, and 1982.  That means we have lost another 4 years in the last 11 months.  Eventually I will be a distant memory as well.  Luckily for some of you like Jim Sanders, who goes back to whatever year second grade was, you will be around a lot longer.

Right now she is angry about the new facility, but will settle in with time.  The good news for me is that this time she is blaming Anne and not me like she did the first time.

I'll keep you all informed as we travel down this journey together.  Thank you.  Harold "H.D." Reed

Doris Flood (Burton)

Prayers and hugs are coming your way from us in Nebraska.  I can only image how hard this is, H.D., but you are doing a yoeman's job with the task at hand.  If Jill were able to tell you, I know she would tell you how much she loves you for always being there for her and for taking such good care of her.  We all value your friendship, and please know we are there for you any time you need us.  Love to you and Jill - Doris & Gary Burton

James A "Jim" White

I have been fortunate to see some classmates this past week. Have you? Please tell us about your visits.

Had a wonderful visit with this model, LAURIE SHUEY ANDERSEN. Laurie, thank you for the good visit and time. Kathy and I really appreciated spending time with you.

Just two old friends (well, the one on the left is old) in rocking chairs in front of Cracker Barrell. MILDRED ANDREWS FORD and I first met in the 5th or 6th grade. Mildred keeps in contact with a few classmates and those that contact her are much appreciated. Is this a "staring contest" or a "I remember when you ......" thought process?

TERRY BOONE with his much better half, Judy.

You never know who you will meet when you are out and about town with TERRY BOONE.

We had a wonderful time at the Grapevine Fest. Thank you, Terry.

James A "Jim" White

Here is what little bit I know, or think I know, about our lifelong friends.

BUTCH COLBERT and Sharon celebrated their 50th anniversary near the end of April. We hope you got to celebrate with family in Las Cruces.

BILL SLOAN and Margie will celebrate their 50th anniversary in October, when they return from their trip to Peru (where they are now), then Chili, then Austrailia..

JIM BROWN recently had a murder in the street in front of the Museum he is building in Tulerosa.

HANK GARRETT, did you ever find any help moving your containers out of Roswell? How is everything going with the Mars trip? Sure, you are retired but I know you must be keeping tabs.

MARY MAULDIN GARCIA and her husband recently moved back to Las Vegas, Nevada. How did the move go, Mary? Did you sell your home in Yuma?

RICK MARCUM, welcome back to Florida from Mexico, although I loved (pictures, anyway) your condo there. Where, exactly, in Florida did you land? Have you updated your profile and contact information on the website? Any more novels? Keep us up to date so we can read them all. Also, how is the movie script writing coming along?

JIM SANDERS, we are all so thrilled you came all that distance to see Jill Webster-Reed. Hooray for you? Were you able to see Laurie Shuey Andersen while in the area?

ELIZABETH GWARTNEY LOWNEY, now living in Arizona, needs to go visit her BFF JUDI ADAMS MORRIS in Colorado. Judi told me so. Well, not in those words but we all understand.

Hey, everyone else, H.D. Reed posted Jill's address. If you knew her, will you please write her and Laurie Shuey Andersen. Both are confined and notes are much appreciated. If you do not have an address, private message me on this site and I will give them to you. My apology, H.D., for not seeing Jill on this pass thru. We were tied up at Bridegeport (Runaway Bay) and had to move on. I did find time to visit my parents and brother, Bob, buried in Denton.

Finally, honor Memorial Day this weekend. Here is a picture of my holding Ed Griffiths sword presented to his widow (the only Gold Star widow in our class) LAURIE SHUEY ANDERSEN. Edward was killed in the 1968 Tet Offensive. It is possible that Agent Orange contributed greatly to Laurie's second husband's death. Freedom is not Free.

Okay, write and tell us how you have been spending your children's inheritance ... or how your grandchildren are smarter than other people's grandchildren .... or how your arthritis is limiting your life ... or how you appreciate classmates, your closest friends from the past.

Hank Garrett

Apparently there are numerous moving scams currently underway nationally.  I started by going on-line and trying to get estimates.  I apparently ran into several fraudulent outfits right out the gate--some even texted me every day for 2 months demanding pre-payment!  In any case I found out that AARP has a moving service and they were able to move my Dad's goods from Roswell to LA.  Had some damage but working through insurance claim right now.

As to Mars, yes I keep in touch.  In particular Bill Martin is interested in our little helicopter on Mars and I send him updates as I get them.  Right now, what has supposed to be 5 test flights has turned into over 50 and it is still working and serving as an advanced scout for our lander.  Hope to go to the total eclipse next year.  I strongly encourage you all to go as it will cross through the middle of the US (and Texas) and last about 4 minutes.  I've been to 2 others and they are really beautiful.  If any one wants information, please contact me.

Hank Garrett

William Samuel "Bill" Sloan

We are on our 2nd full day in Peru. Our hotel is in Miraflores a district/ city south of Liam central. We are 8 blocks from the Pacific. Walked along the coast parks which are on the bluffs above the beach. The parks are beautiful and well maintained. Park today were Porque de 7 decades Junio, Porque Kennedy (with cats), Porque del Amor, and others.  The food is wonderful with much lighter seasonings than Mexico and Central America, at least Tony taste. Wishing you all a really good Memorial Day Weekend!

William Samuel "Bill" Sloan

Please remember that spell check and auto complete are really run by a well meaning, but very drunk, leprachaun. We are in Lima Peru and visited the Parques not the "For whys?"" Bill

James A "Jim" White

Fun and Music for New Mexico and So. Colorado classmates. Kathy and I are at the Wines of the San Juan in far NW New Mexico (60-miles south of Durango). Hence, during the 10 days we will be here, we (and YOU) have two chances to see '67 classmate, JERRY ROBBINS, perform. Care to Join us? Come listen to his "Easy Rock," music you will have memory hooks on and Love.

Thursday - June 1 - 6:30-8:30 p.m. - at County Line (ABQ Restaurant/Lounge)

Right now I have a 50% chance of being able to make it myself. However, many Albuquerque and Santa Fe classmates can make it. Even Roswell classmates can drive up to Albuquerque and stay with Tiny, Doreen or Karen ... then hang around and come see Jerry's Saturday performance at the Wines of the San Juan. If you plan to attend, please call me (206) 999-3154 so we can have a headcount and reserve a table.

Saturday - June 3rd - 3:30-5:30 p.m. - Wines of the San Juan (Blanco, NM)

Mary Husemoller, if you are in Durango and not California, you are required to come to the Winery. We have missed you two here. The good news is you can listen to music and dance and still be back home before dark. Any classmates care to come sit in the shade by the pond and sip on Wine or other beverage (alcohol and non-alcohol). Tiny Dunlap, still have your RV? Marianne Coons and Betty, you are long overdue to visit the Winery. Any Santa Fe Landscapers care to take a ride through Chama? Any ABQ Mustang muscle car builders care to come? BERRY IVES, we have not seen or heard from you in ages. Care to join us? Anyone else?

James A "Jim" White

BILL and MARGIE SLOAN - thank you for sharing pictures of your trip. I love your pictures ... and not just because your hairline is similar to mine. The lighthouse picture is delightful. The statue of a barefoot couble kissing in a prone position kind of reminds your classmates at parties on the Pecos River. The ocean waves remind me of Rio De Janeiro. Those cats reminds me of Hemmingway's mansion in Key West. All of his were cats with six-toes. Thanks for letting us live vicariously though you. :-)

James A "Jim" White

BOBBY ALLISON has been very ill with his Parkinson's desease and has been in the hospital. He is currently in a Rehab facility for 30-days minimum. His wife, Ernie (Ernestine), has been a saint for years as she cares for him, even through injuries of her own. Now, she can no longer lift him. Bobby has a friend from his Nashville days visiting at present and that helps his attitude. If you love and appreciate Bobby's talent and kind nature as much as Kathy and I do, would you send him a note or card? 

Bobby and Ernie Allison - 1453 E Beach Blvd. #306 - Pass Christian, MS 39571

Last night in Albuquerque, JIM NAPIER, came to the County Line Restaurant to hear JERRY ROBBINS perform. I only knew Jim in high school from a distance but he is as nice a guy as there is.

How many of you remember CHIP KING? He passed away a few years ago but following MIKE TURNER's good example, Kathy and I went to see Chip's mother yesterday. Anyone else still have their mother or father still alive? Anyway, Charolotte King Seacord will be age 101 July 5th, and  is still in Independent Living. You read that right .... she is NOT in assisted living.

Finally, if you are able to come all the way to The Wines of the San Juan and hear '67 classmate JERRY ROBBINS perform tomorrow, Saturday, 3:30 to 5:30, please join MARY HUSEMOLLER and me (and Bill and Kathy).

Berry Cottrell Ives

Jim White, thanks for giving me a call to invite me to join you at The County Line in ABQ.  This is to let you know that I am alive and well and going on bicycle rides frequently on the wonderful dirt trails in the bosque near the Rio Grande.  The river has been more than full all through May with some new swampy areas.  Sorry I didn't make it to County Line.  I guess I have been quiet lately, other than a couple birthday greetings.  Cheers and no worries!

James A "Jim" White

It was fabulous having JERRY ROBBINS aka Mungo Jerry at the Wines of the San Juan (in NW New Mexico). Jerry has amazing musical talent and a voice of a 35-year old. I have several videos but, for some reason, I cannot send them from my phone to my computer to post. My email has lowered what they will send through. Perhaps, later, I can post them on YouTube so you can brag on the talent your classmate has. Thank you, Jerry, and I apologize for twisting your arm all these years.

You have to appreciate a musician can throws in a harmonica into his songs ... like Amarillo by Morning and others. Did you notice his Beatles guitar?

What fun Jerry and Sandy Robbins are. Simply wonderful people and Kathy and I loved having them here for a romantic weekend. They celebrated their 50th anniversary in February of this year.

Have you written your "Thinking of you" cards to Bobby Allison, Laurie Shuey Andersen and Jill Webster Reed yet? Send a private message to me if you need an address or two. Best wishes for good health to our classmates. 

We leave NM tomorrow morning. RODNEY WESTENBARGER, we may see you in Idaho this Thursday or Friday, if our schedule works out.

James A "Jim" White

Here are some upcoming birthdays. Why don't you classmates write and let us know what is happening on your 75th birthday?

UPCOMING BIRTHDAYS

•	Lynn Marie Harris  6/8
•	Marilyn Miller (Michael)  6/10
•	Paul Anthony Zielinski  6/13
•	Nettie Lee Crawford  6/16
•	James F "Jim" Gill  6/16
•	Steven W Smith  6/21
•	Joe Reese  6/29
•	Donnia Marie Gouge (Brooks)  7/1
•	Robert A Markham  7/4

Here is what little I know. LYNN HARRIS, you have been so funny and a kick-in-pants at reunions. MARILYN MILLER MICHAEL, do you still live in CA or did you ever move to NM. I think you chose to stay near grandchildren. PAUL ZIELINSKI, didn't you move away from Austin? Have you checked in with JIM NAPIER lately? NETTIE CRAWFORD, we LOVE our retired service members. As I recall, you were A.F. My son will be promoted to Full-Bird this September (not that I am proud or anything). How did your run for congress, I think, go? JIM GILL, I was so happy to see you meeting with BILL SLOAN. You looked well but I know you were very sick about the time of our 55-year reunion. Welcome back. STEVEN SMITH, actually I do not know where you are at or what is going on in your life. Why don't you write and share with us? JOE REESE, we have not seen you since our 40-year reunion. What is going on? DONNIA GOUGE O'BRIEN BROOKS, you are a fantastic grandmother and it looks like California is still treating you well. Check in, please. ROBERT MARKHAM, our resident engineer, published author, screen writer and lover of large bodies of water the size of oceans. Keep us up to date with your many happenings, please.

Robert A Markham

Jim,  it's been a long time since my last post, so here is what has happened over the past year.  Last August I retired from Northrop Grumman after 21 years.  We decided to move to Texas to be closer to our family.  So we put both houses up for sale and started looking for a new home.  Found a nice place, four bedroom on two acres in hill country just north of San Antonio.  The customer I was supporting begged my to keep working until he could find someone to replace me, which is probably impossible, so I started working part time from TX.  I will need to travel two or three times a year to support exercise events.  Still getting used to the change in climate from CA.  They are in a drought here, which means it only rains every other day.  Almost forgot, our granddaughter had a baby girl last July, so we will get to see her grow up.  

James A "Jim" White

William Samuel "Bill" Sloan

During a group walking tour of central Lima met 2 Brits David and Hilary. During our conversations we discovered we were not only married on the same date but at the same local time! It is a small world.

Sanboarded at Huacachine with our guide Juber.

William Samuel "Bill" Sloan

We visited Nazca and flew over the amazing lines. Professional photography available online is much clearer than my amateur attempts from a 4 seater Cessna. I did find interesting the Nzca people aquaducts with open air vortexes to stabilize the flow of water in the under ground channels.

In Cuzco we came across a parade of girls' sports teams celebrating the start of their athletic seasons.

William Samuel "Bill" Sloan

Made it to my bucket list item of Machine Picchu! I did not attempt the 4 days Inca Trail trek. I'm glad I was able to walk up and down this remarkable site. The people who built this primarily religious center were phenomenal. On the whimsical side I took a photo of a rabbit sitting in a window.

While in Aguas Caliente, the children celebrated Earth Day.

William Samuel "Bill" Sloan