The Jester

Volume 2 - October 2007

MEA CULPA 2

The best intentions pave the way to hell, so they say, but I hope not cause I want to be with my friends :-) Anyway, I won't take full responsibility for it as I can't seem to get any input from anyone unless I beg or threaten LOL - I finally have some news albeit it not much.

TRAVELS

Last month, September, Joe and Gloria Gliko and Connie Merrick Nicholas went to the UK, visiting, England, Scotland and Ireland. As told by Gloria:

First of all we stayed two nights in London - Went to a show - Chicago. Toured London and Went to the Tower of London, Where Connie N. had her picture Taken witrh the first female Beefeater. We traveled to Cambridge and York. We really liked York - Got chocolate bars and what they call "drinking chocolate - Hot chocolate it is had tea and saw the "shambles" where the business buildings lean toward each other. Also saw Yor k Minister . Stayed at a Country Manor House at Guisborough - Near York.That was day 5. Day 6 we travel to Edinburgh and saw it's highlights. Joe and I went to the display of the Planet called "The Dynamic Earth" They had it All From prehistoric times to present day and Ice melting of the glaciers. Had our first Fish and Chips in Edinburgh But not beer. We onto the Lake District and Chester. What a great time at Moffat Woolen Mills and the Gingerbread house. Also had lunch of Pasties and of course Beer. Connie left us in the dust. On Day 8 we saw North Wales and Dublin. Ferried across the Irish Sea to Dublin. Saw a show in Dublin and the Old Old Old Jail. More Catherdials and the Book of Keils. Most Interesting. Travel to the National Stud and Killarney. Stayed at an impressive Hotel in Killarney. We Saw some great horses, Champions really. On Day 11 we drove on the Ring of Kerry Went through some great places, The Skellegs, Butler House Where we saw golf Photos of the Greats and had Scones and Tea at Flemingstown House . Went to Blarney where Blarney Woolen Mills and Waterford is. No - We did not kiss the Blarney Stone Too much climbing but had some great Scones and Tea, shopping. Found out how Waterford Crystal is made and why it is so expensive. Came back to England by ferrie. and onto the Roman Baths in Bath and most impressive STONEHENGE. Joe really and I liked Stonehenge. On Day 15 we depart for home. It was a long flight home and tiring trip but I'm glad we did it.

Sharon Erickson Drago and her sister Judy went on a road trip in Sharon's motor home leaving sometime in July and they still aren't back, but I've gotten a couple postcards from her, one from Boston where they were attending the AARP convention, then they were headed to Niagra Falls and Canada, then I got one from Coast of Maine, where she said "Coast of Maine is so awesome, food and lobster is great. Went to Salem, Mass and Plymouth Rock. So much to see and so little time. I'm in New Jersey now and headed west, be home in 2-3 weeks" That was sent Oct 3.

Pat Anderson and 4 other ladies went to Las Vegas in April. We stayed at New York, New York and went to several shows (Roseanne Barr, Drifters, Coasters, Platters Tribute) and went to the Hoover Damn for a tour, then a couple of us went to Laughlin, for 1 day. I was shocked and amazed at something I didn't know. I'm going to share it here so in case you ever get to Vegas or any of those places, go immediately and get a player's card. If there are more than one of you, get in just one name. In our case our points were derived from several different casinos. We stayed 4 nights but didn't know about the players card thing until the last day so in less than 24 hrs, we earned enough points to get two nights of our 4 night stay comped. AND we don't gamble that much.

And speaking of travel, we have a classmate right smack in the middle of Iraq (Baghdad) Ken Olmstead retired from the Smithsonian in 2006, went to Korea for a job that didn't work out, then to work for a contractor in Baghdad. He has writtten me some emails which he has give me permission to share. Read LETTERS FROM BAGHDAD

TELL US ABOUT YOUR TRAVELS, TIPS TO SHARE WITH OTHERS BY EMAIL.

OLD NEWS (WELL SORT OF)

There will be some new features on the web site which will hopefully make it more interesting and in turn will serve as a better communication tool. First off, we will have the Jester and the hope is to have several contributors. We are enlisting the help of all of you. Think of this as your community newsletter which can include such things as announcements, funny stories, travel news, jokes, serious topics that concern our age group and much more. Suggest it, and we'll print it. Due to lack of response, this website or the Jester won't be updated on a regular basis. Have anything to sell, time to volunteer, professional skills you can share with others? Let's make this a great tool for interacting with each other before the next big reunion.

Check out the links to different pages. MIA is a page which will be completely dedicated to finding our lassmates. There is also a form to update information, such as addresses, phone numbers, emails, etc. which will go directly to our data base that resides with NDR61 alumni committee. If you see or hear from someone on the missing list and contact them, please either complete the form for them or ask them to complete the form and submit. We have high hopes of reaching everyone that wants to be reached before 2011

Also, we are considering putting a forum online, so we have the ability to be more interactive.Would you be in favor of that?

Jokes submitted by Claud Smith

Subject: 62 and Pregnant

A woman went to the doctor's office where she was seen by one of the younger doctors. After about four minutes in the examination room, she burst out, screaming as she ran down the hall.

An older doctor stopped her and asked what the problem was and she told him her story. After listening. he had her sit down and relax in another room.

The older doctor marched down the hallway to the

back where the young doctor was writing on his clipboard. "What's the matter with you?" the older doctor demanded. Mrs. Reid is 62 years old, has four grown children and seven grandchildren and you told her she was pregnant?"

The younger doctor continued writing and without

looking up said, "Does she still have the hiccups?"

The Explanation

She came home early and found her husband in their bedroom making love to a very attractive young woman. The wife was VERY upset!

You are a disrespectful pig!" she cried. "How dare you do this to me - a faithful wife, the mother of your children! I'm leaving you. I want a divorce right away! And he replied: "Hang on just a minute luv, so at least I can tell you what happened. "Fine, go ahead", she sobbed, "but they'll be
the last words you'll say to me!"

And he began: "Well, I was getting into the car to drive home and this young lady here asked me for a lift. She looked so down and out and defenseless that I took pity on her and let her into the car. I noticed that she was very thin, not well dressed and very dirty.

"She told me that she hadn't eaten for three days! So, in my compassion, I brought her home and warmed up the enchiladas I made for you l ast ni ght, the ones you wouldn't eat because you're afraid you'll put on weight. The poor thing devoured them in moments.

"Since she needed a good clean-up I suggested a shower and while she was doing that I noticed her clothes were dirty and full of holes so I threw them away. Then, as she needed clothes, I gave her the designer jeans that you have had for a few years, but don't wear because you say they are too tight. I also gave her the underwear that was your anniversary present, which you don't wear because I don't have good taste.

"I found the sexy blouse my sister gave you for Christmas that you don't wear just to annoy her, and I also donated those boots you bought at the expensive boutique and don't wear because someone at work has a pair like them."

He took a quick breath and continued: "She was so grateful for my understanding and help and as I walked her to the door she turned to me with tears in her eyes and said 'Please... do you have anyth ing else that your wife doesn't use?'

Will I live to be 80?

I recently picked a new primary care doctor. After two visits and exhaustive lab tests, he said I was doing "fairly well" for my age.

A little concerned about that comment, I couldn't resist asking him, "Do you think I'll live to be 80?"

He asked, "Do you smoke tobacco, or drink beer or wine?"

"Oh no," I replied. "I'm not doing drugs, either!"

Then he asked, "Do you eat rib-eye steaks and barbecued ribs?

" I said, "No, my former doctor said all red meat is very unhealthy!"

"Do you spend a lot of time in the sun, like playing golf, sailing, hiking, or bicycling?"

"No, I don't," I said.

He asked, "Do you gamble, drive fast cars, or have a lot of sex?"

No," I said.

He looked at me and said, "Then, why do you even give a shit?"

This is interesting! This is a different method of determining your "real age" and your life expectancy. It also calls attention to health changes we need to make or improve upon.

Find out your real age at

http://www.poodwaddle.com/realage.swf

HELP WANTED

Is there anyone out there that is fairly well familiar with computers? MS Word programs? Looking for someone who is willing to learn, has about 3 hrs a month to spare, and lives in close proximity to Sacramento. The pay is lousy, but the rewards and learning experience, not to mention the fun is priceless. I not only need help with updating the web site, but this job needs some new blood, not to mention a back-up who can take over in the event of illness, absence or just plain burn out. I'm a pretty good teacher, so doesn't' t take much experience. Contact me!

Recipe(s)

Fried Brown Rice (very healthy)

1 cup of Uncle Ben's Brown Rice (I use the instant kind, but you can use any kind) Instead of water, use chicken broth

1/2 cup of green onions

2 eggs scrambled (optional)

2 cups fresh mushrooms

1 can of water chestnuts

1/2 cup of frozen peas

Cabbage (optional)

I cook my rice, then saute onions and mushrooms in olive oil in frying skillet or electric skillet, then add rice, and rest of ingredients. It always varies with what I feel like having or what I have in the house. You can add soy sauce but it is just as good as without.

Would you like to share your recipes? Email

SO LONG TIL NEXT TIME!!!!

Jokes submitted by Claud Smith

Subject: 62 and Pregnant

A woman went to the doctor's office where she was seen by one of the younger doctors. After about four minutes in the examination room, she burst out, screaming as she ran down the hall.

An older doctor stopped her and asked what the problem was and she told him her story. After listening. he had her sit down and relax in another room.

The older doctor marched down the hallway to the

back where the young doctor was writing on his clipboard. "What's the matter with you?" the older doctor demanded. Mrs. Reid is 62 years old, has four grown children and seven grandchildren and you told her she was pregnant?"

The younger doctor continued writing and without

looking up said, "Does she still have the hiccups?"

The Explanation

She came home early and found her husband in their bedroom making love to a very attractive young woman. The wife was VERY upset!

You are a disrespectful pig!" she cried. "How dare you do this to me - a faithful wife, the mother of your children! I'm leaving you. I want a divorce right away! And he replied: "Hang on just a minute luv, so at least I can tell you what happened. "Fine, go ahead", she sobbed, "but they'll be
the last words you'll say to me!"

And he began: "Well, I was getting into the car to drive home and this young lady here asked me for a lift. She looked so down and out and defenseless that I took pity on her and let her into the car. I noticed that she was very thin, not well dressed and very dirty.

"She told me that she hadn't eaten for three days! So, in my compassion, I brought her home and warmed up the enchiladas I made for you l ast ni ght, the ones you wouldn't eat because you're afraid you'll put on weight. The poor thing devoured them in moments.

"Since she needed a good clean-up I suggested a shower and while she was doing that I noticed her clothes were dirty and full of holes so I threw them away. Then, as she needed clothes, I gave her the designer jeans that you have had for a few years, but don't wear because you say they are too tight. I also gave her the underwear that was your anniversary present, which you don't wear because I don't have good taste.

"I found the sexy blouse my sister gave you for Christmas that you don't wear just to annoy her, and I also donated those boots you bought at the expensive boutique and don't wear because someone at work has a pair like them."

He took a quick breath and continued: "She was so grateful for my understanding and help and as I walked her to the door she turned to me with tears in her eyes and said 'Please... do you have anyth ing else that your wife doesn't use?'

Will I live to be 80?

I recently picked a new primary care doctor. After two visits and exhaustive lab tests, he said I was doing "fairly well" for my age.

A little concerned about that comment, I couldn't resist asking him, "Do you think I'll live to be 80?"

He asked, "Do you smoke tobacco, or drink beer or wine?"

"Oh no," I replied. "I'm not doing drugs, either!"

Then he asked, "Do you eat rib-eye steaks and barbecued ribs?

" I said, "No, my former doctor said all red meat is very unhealthy!"

"Do you spend a lot of time in the sun, like playing golf, sailing, hiking, or bicycling?"

"No, I don't," I said.

He asked, "Do you gamble, drive fast cars, or have a lot of sex?"

No," I said.

He looked at me and said, "Then, why do you even give a shit?"

This is interesting! This is a different method of determining your "real age" and your life expectancy. It also calls attention to health changes we need to make or improve upon.

Find out your real age at

http://www.poodwaddle.com/realage.swf

HELP WANTED

Is there anyone out there that is fairly well familiar with computers? MS Word programs? Looking for someone who is willing to learn, has about 3 hrs a month to spare, and lives in close proximity to Sacramento. The pay is lousy, but the rewards and learning experience, not to mention the fun is priceless. I not only need help with updating the web site, but this job needs some new blood, not to mention a back-up who can take over in the event of illness, absence or just plain burn out. I'm a pretty good teacher, so doesn't' t take much experience. Contact me!

Recipe(s)

Fried Brown Rice (very healthy)

1 cup of Uncle Ben's Brown Rice (I use the instant kind, but you can use any kind) Instead of water, use chicken broth

1/2 cup of green onions

2 eggs scrambled (optional)

2 cups fresh mushrooms

1 can of water chestnuts

1/2 cup of frozen peas

Cabbage (optional)

I cook my rice, then saute onions and mushrooms in olive oil in frying skillet or electric skillet, then add rice, and rest of ingredients. It always varies with what I feel like having or what I have in the house. You can add soy sauce but it is just as good as without.

Would you like to share your recipes? Email

SO LONG TIL NEXT TIME!!!!