Photograph of Obama’s speech LIVE on CNN last night

Change of Command at Hunter Army Airfield

Marjorie, Patty (new incoming wife of the combat Aviation Brigade, Kim Ball, (out going commander’s wife and her friend.

Colonel Daniel Ball and Kim receiving an award from the new General and his wife Ginger

Kim Ball’s award for outstanding service

Saw John Carrington, photographer for the Savannah Morning News and Mitchell Bush, head of the Savannah USO. John was on the Bosnia trip in 2001 and Mitchell was on the Puerto RIco trip in 2001 -..both trip we flew on a C130

Party at the Pink House in Savannah

Savannah has been selected to be featured in the Delta Sky Magazine this fall. Pace Communications, a destination publishing group hosted the party – and encourage the Chamber members to submit ideas -

Of course we submitted the info about how Savannah is GREEN! – First LEED Shopping Center in the USA and FIRST LEED McDonalds in the USA….etc..

I talked with Lisa Watts at the beginning of the reception.

They did a great job!

My friends Suzanne Wages and George Cox

Jonny is a professional Soccer player from Brazil, that just moved to Savannah to start a Pro Soccer Academy

He is starting a PRO Soccer Academy in Savannah. He is a young man with a big, realistic vision. We have pointed him to the Small Business Development Center, SCORE and the CVB to make his dream a reality.

Swing Dancing and Lyndy Hop in Savannah –

Letter from the Swing Dancing Club below…

****** BREAKING NEWS ******

Hey Swing Dancers

****** BREAKING NEWS ******

Starting in September, we will have swing dancing on Thursdays again! Doubles Lounge at Holiday Inn Midtown has graciously agreed to host us. Make sure to mark your calendars & head down to Doubles, on Abercorn near Eisenhower, starting Thursday September 4, 2008. I know that you will LOVE the large wooden dance floor, the top notch service staff & the drink specials. Let’s show midtown how swingers get down! Sorry kids, Doubles is strictly 21+

We are really glad to see all the new dancers coming back every week, filled with excitement and wanting to learn more. We will try, each week, to teach a new move; but when we get a lot of new people, we have to start from the beginning. When that happens, we need all of you to help with the lessons. Dancing is fun, but not by yourself! We have to teach it to others to really enjoy swing, so share the love and the passion. If you would like to review the lessons that Dave & Eileen have taught, or you are ready to learn some new moves, check out Tina and Mike from Head Over Hells Dance up in Fairfax, Va. They are friends of Dave & Eileen who took over their classes when they moved to Savannah. http://www.youtube.com/profile_videos?user=headoverheelsdance href=”http://www.youtube.com/profile_videos?user=headoverheelsdance”>http://www.youtube.com/profile_videos?user=headoverheelsdance Their youtube videos include the very basic moves that we have learned and some really neat Charleston and swingout moves as well as some Jam’s. You can even find a jam that Dave and Eileen did last year.

Keep our weekly dance on your calendars. Monday night swing dancing at Tantra Lounge 8 E Broughton Street. AND Starting in September – Thursday night swing dancing at Doubles (Abercorn Street Holiday Inn Midtown). Stay tuned for next week’s exciting news.

Come out and dance, bring a friend, spread the word. See you soon!

(SAVANNAH, GA) COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES August 25, 2008

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(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah area high school and college students will have an opportunity to design the Sustainable Fellwood logo in a contest that kicks off September 2. Download the entry form from http://www.SustainableFellwood.com or stop by any Live Oak Public Library in Chatham County, The Savannah Tribune, or The Savannah Herald.

(Richmond Hill, GA) Linda Hilts Lamas, Executive Director of Park Place Outreach, Inc., will be the guest speaker for the September 11th installment of the Renaissance Lecture Series. The focus of the discussion will be on Park Place and how family members can help in a runaway situation. (912) 756-4300. http://www.magnoliamanor.com

(SAVANNAH, GA) Support the Savannah WWII memorial

(SAVANNAH, GA) 2CarGarage Contemporary Art Gallery will host a closing reception for “The Best of 2CarGarage: The Collectors’ Exhibition” on Friday, August 29, from 6-8 p.m. Twenty percent of the sales from the exhibition will benefit the American Diabetes Association of Savannah Step Out for a Cure. 912-236-0221. http://www.2cargallery.com

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Country Day School presents Sharon Begley, an award-winning science columnist for The Wall Street Journal and the former science editor at Newsweek, for their September lecture of the “Creative Minds” Lecture Series. The lecture will be held on Tuesday, September 16th at 6:30 pm at Jelks Auditorium at Savannah Country Day School. Season Tickets are available for $50 per person for advanced purchase and includes admission to all six 2008-09 lectures. Individual ticket prices are $10 for advance purchase, $12 at the door, (based on availability). For information, call 912-961-8828 or visit http://www.savcds.org

(SAVANNAH, GA) Paula Deen will headline the cast of Savannah’s local favorites for a gala performance benefiting Savannah Area Family Emergency (SAFE) Shelter,  on September 21, 2008, at the Lucas Theater.  Tickets for the gala are $150.00  http://www.scadboxoffice.com.    MORE INFO

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannahjobs.com teams up with The Creative Coast Alliance for job posting opportunities. All jobs available through Savannahjobs.com will also feed to the alliance’s website. For more information visit the websites, http://www.savannahjobs.com and http://www.thecreativecoast.org
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(SAVANNAH, GA) The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum’s annual Warbirds Ball will take place at the Museum on Saturday, September 6, 2008. The theme is “Are the Stars Out Tonight?” Starts at 6PM with a champagne reception and silent auction. Dinner catered by Chef Matt Cohen, and music from Jeremy Davis and the Equinox Jazz Orchestra. Mike Manhatton, of WTOC11, is this year’s emcee.  All proceeds from the gala help to support the Museum and its mission.  Contact Susan Eiseman at 912.748.8888 Ext.124, http://www.mightyeighth.org
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(SAVANNAH) Savannahians will find great advice about making life more enjoyable from the experts speaking in the third season of the popular Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty’s Masterpiece Series. Interior designer Yancey Seibert Shearouse, ASID will speak Sept. 17 about “Staying in Style.” To make a reservation, $25 payment must be received by the Monday prior to the luncheon. Checks should be made out to CDS Lecture Series and sent to Lori Combs, Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty, 17 W. Charlton St. Savannah, GA 31401.
http://www.celiadunnsir.com

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Fund for Excellence in Public Education will host a public forum entitled, “Charter School Alternatives:  Assessing the Criteria” on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the Savannah Morning News at 1375 Chatham Parkway. Contact Bill Lovett at 912.354.4626 or whlovett@hgbd.com or Letty Shearer at 912.344.2827 or Letty.Shearer@armstrong.edu.

(SAVANNAH /ATHENS, GA) Construction has begun on Hotel Indigo – a future LEED Gold hotel in Athens. The building is anticipated to be among the first three hotels in the world to achieve LEED® Gold-Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. A typical ground-breaking event is being replaced for a ‘green-breaking’ instead, due to the sustainability signficance in the project. Rialto Property Partners, LLC and Savannah based Melaver, Inc. have partnered up in the construction of Hotel Indigo.
MELAVER

http://www.athensdowntownhotel.com/faq.php

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, calendar of EVENTS

(SAVANNAH, GA) Old Savannah City Mission has seen an eight percent increase in demand for its services and a twenty three percent decrease in revenue. You can help. Donations of clothing, shoes and household items will provide food, showers and beds. Drop your donations at the Mission, 2414 Bull Street, or call 232-1979 to schedule a pick up. Thank you for helping us help others. OSCM

(SAVANNAH, GA)The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce presents the 15th Annual Business Expo and Car Show on Wednesday, September 24 and Thursday, September 25 at the Savannah Civic Center. Standard Booth – $545, Corner Booth – $645, Non-member price is $845
http://www.SavannahChamber.com  912.644.6498

(SAVANNAH, GA) The next National Conference on the Advancement of Research is scheduled for October 22-24, 2008 in Savannah, Georgia, and will focus on “WATER: Recourse for a Resource.” To find out more about this conference, including the complete speaker list and registration fees, visit http://www.ncar.org/conferences/61/index.html

(SAVANNAH, GA) Friends of Animals of the Coastal Empire Inc. will hold its 10th annual auction on Friday, September 12th from 7:30 to 11:00 p.m. at Savannah Station.   This year’s theme is “STUDIO 54 PAWS”.  Admission is $45 at the door and includes fine catering from local chefs, open bar, silent and live auctions, and disco dancing. Friends of Animals of the Coastal Empire, Inc. is an all volunteer, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that distributes funds from its annual auctions to existing non-profit animal rescue and welfare groups in our area.  This year’s proceeds will be distributed to Bryan Animal Caregivers, Islands Feral Cat Project, Liberty Humane Shelter, PAWS, Pet Assistance League of Savannah, Save-A-Life, Second Chance Dog Rescue, Humane Society of Chatham/Savannah and SNAC Clinic. barbara@billdurrence.com.

(Richmond Hill, GA) Stratton Leopold, co-owner of Leopold’s Ice Cream and a motion picture producer, was a guest speaker for Magnolia Manor on the Coast’s Renaissance Lecture Series  PHOTOS

(SAVANNAH, GA) Old Savannah City Mission has seen an eight percent increase in demand for its services and a twenty three percent decrease in revenue. You can help. Donations of clothing, shoes and household items will provide food, showers and beds. Drop your donations at the Mission, 2414 Bull Street, or call 232-1979 to schedule a pick up. Thank you for helping us help others. http://www.oscm.org

(SAVANNAH, GA) Don’t you think it is time for a Date? Looking for that special (and affordable place) to take that certain someone? Wednesday night is Date Night at The New South Café. Your Evening will include a Bottle of Wine, Two Mixed Green Salads, Choice of Entrée for each guest and a Lovely Dessert to share–for just $60! The New South Café is a hip and quaint place to enjoy your next outing with that special someone. Call and make your reservations today! http://www.thenewsouthcafe.com 912-233-7558

(SAVANNAH, GA) Save the Date: Alzheimer’s Association, Georgia Chapter, Coastal Georgia Region, Savannah Memory Walk Festival 2008-Saturday, September 27, Visit http://www.georgiamemorywalk.org  – choose the Savannah walk location and start your team or make a donation today. Call 920-2231 for more information.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Well known Savannah actor and director, DJ Queenan, will join the Savannah Country Day school faculty and will oversee the drama curriculum for the Middle and Upper Schools as well as lead and direct students in performances throughout the academic year. With Mr. Queenan’s arrival, the theatre program will now offer a more extensive variety of courses and productions for students.  http://www.savcds.org.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Jason Wykoff of Renewable Choice Energy in Boulder, Colo. will discuss “Green Power For Your Green Building” at the Aug. 26 meeting of the U.S. Green Building Council Savannah Chapter. The meeting is free and open to the public and will be held from 5:45-7 p.m. on the second floor of Wild Wing Cafe in City Market. RSVP by Aug. 22 to wards@thempc.org.
http://www.coastalgreen.org

(SAVANNAH, GA) Old Savannah City Mission is seeking a female residential monitor in its women’s Fresh Start facility, “A Place Called Home, contact Mr. Reggie Lee at (912)232-1979. OSCM

(SAVANNAH, GA) Organizers of the Community Health Mission’s Fun and Health Outdoor Expo are asking for volunteers to assist with planning and activities at Lake Mayer on October 4. The event will feature outdoor activities including a fitness challenge, 5K walk and run, the kid’s fitness contest and a 3-on-3-basketball tournament. Proceeds from the event will go towards helping Chatham County’s uninsured citizens to receive health care. To learn more about Savannah’s Community Health Mission, log on to http://www.savfun.com, http://www.chmsavannah.org or call 912-692-1451.

(SAVANNAH, Ga) Like art? Like people?  The Telfair Art Academy and Jepson Center for the Arts are recruiting their next docent class.  Orientation September 4 at 3:00. http://www.Telfair.org or contact Sarah Ward 912.790.8827

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Country Day School announces the addition of Marianne Kosiewicz as Associate Director of College Counseling. Kosiewicz’s experience in college admissions will provide students with guidance and further insights into the increasingly more competitive college admissions process. For more information about Savannah Country Day School, its mission, and its programs, please visit http://www.savcds.org.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Old Savannah City Mission will kickoff its calender campaign for its 2009 calender on August 27 in the Mission’s dining hall. The 2009 calender will feature the photography of Liza Crowley Judson, whose works have been featured at the Telfair Art Fair, the Santa Cruz Open Studio, and Red Gallery’s Small Works Show and numerous charitable art auctions. Individuals and businesses can participate in the calender campaign as a sponsor . Sponsors can recognize a special day or publish an announcement or advertisement on a specific day, week, or month of the 2009 calender. For more information visit OSCM or call 912-232-1979. The goal of OSCM is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, rehabilitate the addicts, and restore the ex-offenders.
(SAVANNAH, GA) Taste of Tybee Business Connection will be held September 4

(SAVANNAH, GA) This year’s Creative Minds lecture series showcases the largest and most diverse line-up to date, featuring leading experts in brain science, American history, jazz and literature. Tickets will go on sale August 19, 2008. Individual ticket prices are $10 for advance purchase, $12 at the door, (based on availability). A season ticket can be purchased in advance for $50 per person, which includes admission to all six 2008-09 lectures. 912-961-8828 or visit Savannah Country Day School’s website  http://www.savcds.org/podium/default.aspx?t=109029

(SAVANNAH, GA) Chef Matt Cohen to be the Grand Marshall for The 1st Annual Great American Wiener Dawg (GAWD) Weekend: OCT 3, 4, 5, Fri, Sat & Sun.  MORE INFO

(Richmond Hill, GA)   Magnolia Manor on the Coast will be holding a FREE Labor Day dance.  It is open to the public and will be on Friday, August 29th at 6:30pm. (912) 756-4300.
http://www.magnoliamanor.com

(SAVANNAH, GA) RECYCLING EXTRAVAGANZA for electronics and tires, September 20, 10-1.  Call 912.651.1967 for location.

(SAVANNAH, GA) USTA Men’s National 40′s Tennis Tournament and Pro Am Fundraiser. The Landings Club is proud to host the USTA National Men’s 40 Clay Court Championships for the 20th consecutive year. This prestigious event will be held from September 26 – October 2, 2008 at the Franklin Creek Tennis Center on Skidaway Island. Admission is free. The USTA National Men’s 40 Clay Court Championship is open to the public, and not only provides great tennis, but also has an exciting array of social events for the players and community alike. For sponsorship information or publicity questions, contact Robin Gold at 912-598-5370.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannahmenu.com teams up with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society!  Purchase a one year VIP Dining Card through http://www.savannahmenu.com/LLS and $15 will be donated to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.  As a VIP Dining Club Card Member, you are entitled to exclusive savings at over 100 local restaurants plus discounts at Victory Square Cinemas, Savannah Car Wash, The Sand Gnats and Crosswinds Golf Club. Save $5 to $20 every time you use it!  Receive fantastic discounts and help find a cure for blood cancer all at the same time!

(SAVANNAH, GA) Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty presents 426 E. Julian St. This historically significant property was built in 1845. The charming historic Cape Cod-style home features two fireplaces, one in the living room and one in the master bedroom, with hardwood floors throughout and two full baths. A private courtyard provides an outdoor sanctuary. Off-street parking for one car. $525,000. Known for its tradition of integrity, Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty specializes in residential and commercial properties in Savannah and the Low Country of Georgia and South Carolina. LINK
http://www.celiadunnsir.com

(SAVANNAH, GA) Ad Fed meeting,  September 10th, noon at the Savannah Golf Club.  Rad Tollett of The Martin Advertising Agency will be the speaker, they created the Geiko Cavemen campaign.  Check out their work at LINK. Members FREE, non-members $20. Cost includes lunch and presentation. info@savannahadfed.com

(SAVANNAH, GA) Robin Meade, anchor of “Morning Express with Robin Meade” on Headline News, will be the MC for Top Ten Working Women of the Year Awards Gala, proudly presented by A Working Woman In Need, Inc. and Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty. Brynn Grant, the new executive director of The Creative Coast Alliance (TCCa), will be the keynote speaker for the Sept. 19 event. Known for its tradition of integrity, Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty specializes in residential and commercial properties in Savannah and the Low Country of Georgia and South Carolina. http://www.awwininc2.org http://www.celiadunnsir.com
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(SAVANNAH)  Martin Melaver, CEO of sustainable real estate development company Melaver, Inc., recently spoke to the Savannah Downtown Rotary Club discussing “What is all this talk about Sustainability and Why Should I Care?” To view pictures from the event click here: PHOTOS

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(ISLE OF HOPE, GA) My daughter is already back at RPI.edu. We had a wonderful summer. This is a photo of Carol saying goodbye to her 15 year old toy poodle, Jefferson. She will be back for Thanksgiving.
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Also,  HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY BROTHER DAVE

Happy Birthday to Dave Watson – August 26!

My brother Dave-

Need a job in Savannah? Check out savannahjobs.com

For Immediate Release:

Savannahjobs.com and The Creative Coast Alliance collaborate for job postings

(Savannah, GA)  Savannahjobs.com, one of the most visited job search boards in the Savannah area, and The Creative Coast Alliance, one of the largest brain-based business advocates in the coastal empire, team up to bring more job postings to the Savannah area workforce.

“When the opportunity presented itself to work with The Creative Coast Alliance, we knew the excitement the partnership would bring with it,” explains Rob Jones, President of Savannahjobs.com.  “Savannahjobs.com is dedicated to always improving our site to make it easier for job seekers and businesses to use. The new partnership brings more visibility to open positions, which helps Savannahjobs.com clients receive more qualified job seekers.”

The new feed will post jobs from the Savannahjobs.com website to TCCa’s website almost instantly, broadening the outreach of job openings for brain-based job seekers. This collaborative effort will highlight a number of jobs available through Savannahjobs.com, giving Savannahjobs.com clients a larger audience of potential employees.

“This partnership is a great win-win,” says The Creative Coast Alliance’s Director of Marketing and Public Relations, Fitz Hale.  “Being two of the biggest players in the local online job board space, this partnership delivers a more complete product to both our audiences.  By bringing in select categories from Savannahjobs.com, we’re giving TCCa users even more creative and technical knowledge-based jobs to choose from.”

The Creative Coast Alliance (TCCa) is a 501(C)(6) organization dedicated to helping create, grow and attract higher-wage, knowledge-based business in the Savannah region.  TCCa is currently funded by contributions from the Savannah Economic Development Authority (SEDA), the City of Savannah, Chatham County, event sponsors and patrons.  For more information on the TCCa job board, visit http://www.thecreativecoast.org/savannahjobs.

Savannahjobs.com was launched in 2000 and is currently one of the most visited job search boards in the Savannah area.  Their family of sites includes Blufftonjobs.com, Hiltonheadislandjobs.com, Goldenislesjobs.com, Statesborojobs.com and Jobsinkennesaw.com.

Wiener DAWG Races in Savannah

(SAVANNAH, GA) The 1st Annual Great American Wiener Dawg (GAWD) Weekend:  Oct 3, 4, 5, Fri, Sat & Sun.  Chef Matt Cohen to be the Grand Marshall for the world’s largest Wiener Dawg invasion. Events will take place all over Savannah: Wiener Dawg Art on Fri, Wiener Races on River Street, Shopping, Pet Charity Display Tables, Masquerade Ball on Sat, Blessing of the Animals, Costume Contest and Picnic on Sunday. Grayson Stadium and The Sand Gnats are the Official Hosts for the GAWD Weekend.  www.SavananhDachshundClub.com 912-443-0977

THE SAVANNAH Area Chamber of Commerce presents the Business Expo and Car Show on September 24 – 25. www.SavannahChamber.com 912.644.6498.

For Immediate Release

August 22, 2008
Contact: Melissa Yao
Phone: 912.644.6431 or 912.398.2882
E-mail: myao@savannahchamber.com

2008 Business Expo Booths on Sale

Savannah, GA – T he Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce presents the 15th Annual Business Expo and Car Show on Wednesday, September 24 and Thursday, September 25 at the Savannah Civic Center. The 2008 Business Expo is Savannah area’s largest business-to-business trade show and will feature more than 100 businesses. By purchasing a booth at the Expo, you will be able to showcase your products, sell your merchandise and explain your services to more than 1,500 professionals.

Booth purchasing information is as follows:

·         Standard Booth – $545

·         Corner Booth – $645

·         Non-member price is $845

Booth placement is based on a first-come, first-served basis. To get an Expo form, please visit http://www.SavannahChamber.com and download the form off of the home page. Fax your request to Mayra Lopez at 912.644.6498. For more information on the Expo, contact Mayra Lopez at 912.644.6459 or mlopez@savannahchamber.com.

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The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce is a business organization managed by a volunteer board of directors. The Chamber encompasses the Savannah Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, Ambassadors Council, Business Education Partnerships, Continue Achieving Progress, the CEO Council, Communities in Schools, Drug-Free Workplace, Greater Savannah Sports Council, Governmental Affairs Council, Leadership Savannah, Legends of Golf, Manufacturers and Distributors Council, Military Affairs Council, Savannah Compact Education Council, Small Business Council, Step Up, Trustees Council, and Tybee Island Tourism Council.

Tickets to see Paula Deen at the Lucas Theater Sept 21 – benefits SAFE SHELTER

For Immediate Release:

For information, contact:
Marilyn Sobke
912-598-2840

A Red Hot Evening with Paula Deen & Friends

The Lady is coming to Savannah’s historic Lucas Theater for a stunning evening of food, fun, laughter and music on September 21, 2008, and you are invited to the party!

Paula Deen will headline the cast of Savannah’s local favorites for a gala performance benefiting Savannah Area Family Emergency (SAFE) Shelter, the area’s licensed domestic violence shelter and outreach program.

Paula will bring her unique Southern charm to the stage to the delight of her many fans in Savannah and across the country. Kim Polote, winner of the prestigious 2001 Oxnard Medal in the American Traditions vocal competition, will perform. Other Savannah notables to appear will include emcee Sonny Dixon and Hollywood producer and ice cream entrepreneur Stratton Leopold.

Both Paula and Kim serve on SAFE Shelter’s Board of Directors and have been ardent supporters of the organization for many years.

The evening will begin at the beautifully-renovated Charles Morris Center at Trustee’s Garden with cocktails and food from Paula’s famous Lady & Sons restaurant. All ticket holders will be entered to win raffle prizes of jewelry, original art works and travel packages.

Tickets for the gala are $150.00 and may be purchased through the SCAD Box Office, 216 East Broughton Street, Savannah, GA 31401. Box office phone number is 912-525-5050; ticket information line is 912-525-5040. Tickets may also be purchased online at http://www.scadboxoffice.com.

Don’t miss the party—it promises to be one of Savannah’s events of the year with proceeds benefiting one of Paula’s favorite charities, SAFE Shelter.

I was at Cutter’s Point Coffee on Isle of Hope

..and saw the beautiful portraits done by Kenneth L. Martin – very impressionist, loose – just a terrific style. I called Kenneth and told him that I wanted to commission him to paint a picture for me. We met this afternoon and tomorrow we are going to his studio for the first sitting.

… amazing talent!

He was injured in a car accident when he was 22 years old – he is now 65 – in a wheelchair.

Here is a link to his website

http://klmartinstudio.com/works/211058

This is going to be my birthday present to myself!

He is going to paint me – with my green coat on – in front of the Jepson Center in Savannah

Tybee Island, 2008

Ari has pretty eyes

Carol’s new haircut

Carol saying goodbye to Jefferson

Cathy Rogers sent this link – it is a water fountain in Japan that creates images

I met with Lisa Cree today – she signed me up for sendoutcards.com

On the computer, I picked a card design, added a photo and a message.  The company then MAILS IT the old fashion way – through the US Postal Service with a stamp! I sent one to my brother for his birthday – and one to my daughter. It is only about $2.00 per card – very cool! I know we will use this service a lot with my company — thank you notes — reminders — etc…

Farewell dinner for Carol. The cake says MY ROCKet Star

Tried to get the gang over to the house – for Carol’s farewell party. Clayton Livingston (middle) came and updated us on her daughter’s trip AROUND THE WORLD!

Michael Notrica also came.

We missed Ron, Jeanie, Dan, and Dan!