CLASSMATE NEWS

 (I had an incorrect caption on the previous photo of Denny. Here he is

near his favorite pub. talking to a Hell's Angel. A Hell's Angel? In Warsaw? Anyway, the other photo depicted a Belgium beer pub. He does NOT like Belgium beer.)

Like so many of us, DENNY HILL told me quite awhile back that he was totally disgusted with the presidential campaign, and like I (until this past week), he was avoiding all U.S. news until after the election. I emailed him to see how he is doing with his news fast. It's always a delight to hear from him. He must lead the most interesting of lives of all our classmates. Here is what Denny said in response to my inquiry:

"I am holding up fine, with my head buried in the sand up to my shoulders. However on Tuesday night I am to gather with three friends at a neighbor's house for a dinner, with very good wine, to watch the returns. I would just as happily skip the whole mess until the next day, but these friends are interesting, the host is a great cook, so I will go and enjoy myself. None of us expect Trump to win. The only issue is what happens in the Senate and House."

Warsaw Presidential Palace
(Remind you of Runnels Co. Courthouse & Noyes Statue?)

"One other thing, independent of the election, is that I think I am developing an allergy to teaching...at least this semester. I am counting down the weeks until I can get out of here...and I just want it to be over. Luckily this semester I have a good excuse to cut out a little earlier than normal: on Dec 6 I will be on a plane to Warsaw, arriving on the 7th, in time to overcome jet lag and be in good shape to attend a party on Friday night, Dec 9. On that day there will be a dinner/party in the Presidential Palace in Warsaw with the President of Poland, and I am among the invited. That probably will not happen again, so I decided to go."

I have asked Denny (C. DENSON HILL, PhD) who else is attending this dinner, as it appears to be one honoring special people. He has not answered me, maybe he's a little hesitant as it might appear he is bragging. Regardless, we are very proud of you, Denny.

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TRUMAN CONNER runs a close second at leading an interesting life. He travels frequently to interesting places -- just not to Europe. Truman's next trip is planned to Sedona, Arizona. It's always fun to hear from Truman as well. I'm so happy we finally caught up with him. We share many interests, and because both my sons -and now my youngest grandson -- are avid golfers, as Truman is, I can share their stories. Hey, Truman. DOTTIE BISHOP ROGERS lives in Arizona, and she also loves to golf. Maybe you can manage a visit with her during your trip.

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You all know what tomorrow is, so if you haven't done so already, please get out and vote your conscience. Never has there been an election more important -- or stressful as this one. Over 50% of Americans said they are stressed out by the campaign. Just one more day folks.

Let me hear your good stuff that's happening.

Peace and love,

Marilyn