Jan Vecchio
(Jeannette Allen)
More Pictures
From jansings at comcast.net
Mon May 24 18:33:37 2004
To: <amphi62 at technidigm.org>
Date: Mon, 24 May 2004 15:28:56 -0700
I've
been writing a note in my mind to Helen Marshall and was
thinking that it might be nicer if all of us wrote her, perhaps through
Charlie, or I could print out what people say and mail it when I send
my
note to her.
Mr.
Marshall was so important to so many of us, that I thought his
wife would appreciate statements or stories from us.
We
started exchanging Christmas cards after the 20th reunion and I
still have all those cards. He
was very special in my life.
Let
me know if you like this idea.
Love, Jan
P.S. Has everyone signed
up for Charlie's new fabulous website and Amphi communication source?
| Subject: | Fw: Jay, Jan and Todd carolling 12-21-03 |
|---|---|
| Date: | Fri, 9 Jan 2004 21:52:07 -0800 |
| From: | <jansings at comcast.net> |
Reunion 2002 Picnic: Just
Hang Loose
Subject: new e-mail address for J. Allen Vecchio & Bill Vecchio (Amphi, Music, etc.)
Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2003 20:44:20 -0800
From: <jansings at comcast.net>
Hi, to all our musical friends, Amphi classmates, good buddies, and more:
Just wanted to let you know that we're going with Comcast --instant "on." I guess we're part of the 21st Century now.
Our new e-mail address is jansings at comcast.net effective immediately.
Love,
Jan & Bill Vecchio
Subject: Fwd: I WISH I HAD SAID THAT
ETERNAL TRUTHS
Remember, once you get over the hill,
you'll begin to pick up speed.
If it weren't for STRESS I'd have no energy at all.
Whatever hits the fan will not be evenly distributed.
Everyone has a photographic memory.
Some, like me, just don't have any film.
I always know God won't give me more than I can handle but
there are times I wish He didn't trust me quite so much.
Dogs have owners. Cats have staff.
My wife add's: If the shoe fits......buy a pair in every color.
Never be too open minded, your brains could fall out.
Just going to church doesn't make you a Christian any more
than standing in a garage makes you a car.
If you look like your passport picture, you probably need the trip.
Bills travel through the mail at twice the speed of checks.
My wife add's, that some days are just a total waste of makeup.
Men are from earth. Women are from earth. Deal with it.
A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand.
Middle age is when broadness of the mind and
narrowness of the waist change places.
Opportunities always look bigger going than coming.
Junk is something you've kept for years and throw away
three weeks before you need it.
Experience is a wonderful thing.
It enables you to recognize a mistake when you make it again.
By the time you can make ends meet, they move the ends.
Learn from the mistakes of others.
Trust me...you can't live long enough to make them all yourself.
I've tried!!
FOR THE ROAD A COUPLE OF MY MORE FAVORITES:
I don't just believe in Miracles. I rely on them.
Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we are here we might
as well DANCE.
GOD BLESS
Subject: Fw: From Bob Hope
Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2003 15:16:37 -0700
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO <jansings at
quiknet.com>
Subject: From Bob Hope
BOB HOPE Passed away 07-27-2003 at age 100.
ON TURNING 70 "You still chase women, but only downhill."
ON TURNING 80 "That's the time of your life when even your birthday
suit needs pressing."
ON TURNING 90 "You know you're getting old when the candles cost more
than the cake."
ON TURNING 100 "I don't feel old. In fact I don't feel anything
until noon. Then it's time for my nap."
ON GIVING UP HIS EARLY CAREER, BOXING "I ruined my hands in the ring
... the referee kept stepping on them."
ON SAILORS "They spend the first six days of each week sowing their
wild oats, then they go to church on Sunday and pray for crop failure."
ON NEVER WINNING AN OSCAR "Welcome to the Academy Awards or, as it's
called at my home, 'Passover.'"
ON GOLF "Golf is my profession. Show business is just to pay the
green fees."
ON PRESIDENTS "I have performed for 12 presidents and entertained
only six."
ON WHY HE CHOSE SHOWBIZ FOR HIS CAREER "When I was born, the doctor
said to my Mother, "Congratulations, you have an eight-pound ham."
ON RECEIVING THE CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL "I feel very humble,
but I think I have the strength of character to fight it."
ON HIS FAMILY'S EARLY POVERTY "Four of us slept in the one bed. When it
got cold, Mother threw on another brother."
ON HIS SIX BROTHERS "That's how I learned to dance. Waiting for the
bathroom."
ON HIS EARLY FAILURES "I would not have had anything to eat if it
wasn't for the stuff the audience threw at me."
ON GOING TO HEAVEN "I've done benefits for ALL religions. I'd hate to
blow the hereafter on a technicality."
--Thanks for the memories!
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO [mailto:jansings at
quiknet.com]
Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2003 8:13 PM
To: Charles Jones
Subject: Master video tape
Hi, Charlie:
I have enjoyed talking to several of our classmates via e-mail: most recently, Doris Messinger, Joyce Anderson, and June Sherrill. Thanks again for providing the website. You brush it off as not a lot of work, but it's of great value in renewing friendships.
I have the full length tape of our 40th Reunion, also the two hour master tape with the footage numbers on it and the master tape that we copied from. I was wondering if I might send one of the two hour tapes to Mr. Marshall. I love that man. Perhaps he received one already. If not, I could mail him the one without the footage. What do you think?
Hope everything is going well for you and Ginny.
Have a great summer.
Jan
Jan,
Thanks for the note. The package you described is exactly what I sent, so the PO did not open it. I think I owe you a nickel on the postage since I believe I sent you 13 tapes so that the box would be full.
The counter on the tape was actually not intentional, just part of the confusion of doing this for the first time. It is sometimes hard to tell if the time, counter and other display information is actually on the tape. If the counter etc.can not be turned off (if it is not your counter) and is in the way of enjoying the tape properly, I can send you another master tape. I am concerned that the display includes more text than just the counter. There is no hurry in any of this. Please let me know what you think, as I would like to do a good job on all of this.
Yes, Linda Blakely's address label is still here. Ted found that Skip Dotson's address was missing, so this clears up my previous mistakes.
Linda Blakely
11 Brooklands
Bronxville, NY 10708
Note that the address list as of the time the CDs were cut is included on all the CD's as a file in the folder named Reunion Admin. The CDs can only be used by people who have CD readers with their computers, but even if they don't have one now, the CDs make a reasonably good souvenir and heirloom for the kids.
As for the time needed for the tapes, the play time is a full two hours. I hope that you are just referring to your CD burner, which you do not need since I have already burned the CDs as they were easy. Guess I was not clear on that since Ted asked about that, too. (I suppose you could check whether the CDs are readable on your computer, but this is not necessary since I intend to just address any CD reading problems as they are raised but the individual classmates, some of whom will even try to "play" the CD, rather than load the files into their browser.)
Again, my intent was that all you had to do was the video tape copying and mailing. You only have to try to remember to remove the little break-off tab on the side of the tape after each is copied to, although that merely keeps the tape from being taped over. (Since there is room for 4 more hours on the tapes, I suppose some folks might figure out that they could put scotch tape over the tab space and add their favorite TV shows of the day, but I am not going to worry about that kind of detail.)
Ted: Since you never received the letter and money order, I have cancelled the original money order and am sending another. Thus, even if the first one somehow shows up, it will be best to just send it back to me. The new one includes a letter dated March 1 that is marked as a duplicate, so I hope it does not get mistaken for the original.
Thanks again for the help! Guess I need to start on my taxes, too.
Charlie
Hi, Charlie and Ginny:
Yesterday I finally received the box of blank tapes, plus one master, and the CDs. My burner is for 74 minutes, I hope that will work. I've recorded two video tapes already, but will check the CD tonight. I have to let it work while I'm asleep. It records in real time, and since I do taxes this time of year, I have to plan a little bit.
I noticed that the tape has a counter. Good idea. Then if someone wants to mark something for referrence, it will be easy to find.
You did a huge amount of work. I'm impressed again. Each student's picture on their CD. Wow!
I do need a snail mail address for Linda Blakeley. I checked for the other names, and Ted Wilson must have those, all the other priority mail boxes had labels.
Bill was wondering if the large box had been opened for postal inspection. The priority mailing box that had the master tape was open and the flap laid back. Also, the other boxes had a rubber band around them and the master did not. Later we thought that you might have done that so we'd start there. Good idea. We did.
I'll get back to my taxes and check out the CD burner soon. It's 8:00 p.m. One problem with working at home, is that it's too easy to keep going after 5:00 p.m. Oh well, at this time of year all tax people go nuts. I do so few, I don't get overwhelmed. Been there. Yuk.
Thanks again for all your clever webmaster capabilities.
Ciao, Jan
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
[mailto:jansings at quiknet.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 12, 2003 10:41 PM
To: Jan Vecchio
Subject: When I'm 64
(Forwarded by Jan)
Music: When I'm Sixty-four
Senior citizens are constantly being criticized for every conceivable deficiency of the modern world, real or imaginary. We know we take responsibility for all we have done and do not blame others.
BUT, upon reflection, we would like to point out
that
it was NOT the senior citizens who took:
The melody out of music,
The pride out of appearance,
The romance out of love,
The commitment out of marriage,
The responsibility out of parenthood,
The togetherness out of the family,
The learning out of education,
The service out of patriotism,
The religion out of school,
The Golden Rule from rulers,
The nativity scene out of cities,
The civility out of behavior,
The refinement out of language,
The dedication out of employment,
The prudence out of spending, or
The ambition out of achievement,
And we certainly are NOT the ones who eliminated
patience
and tolerance from personal relationships and interactions with others!!
Does anyone under the age of 50 know the lyrics to the Star Spangled Banner? Just look at the Seniors with tears in their eyes and pride in their hearts as they stand at attention with their hand over their hearts!
Remember.......Inside every older person is a younger person wondering what the heck happened!
YES, I'M A SENIOR CITIZEN!
The life of the party...even if it lasts until 8 p.m.
I'm very good at opening childproof caps with a hammer.
I'm usually interested in going home before I get to
where I am going.
I'm awake many hours before my body allows me to get
up.
I'm smiling all the time because I can't hear a thing
you're saying.
I'm very good at telling stories; over and over and
over
and over...
I'm aware that other people's grandchildren are not as
cute as mine.
I'm so cared for -- long term care, eye care, private
care, dental care.
I'm not grouchy, I just don't like traffic, waiting,
crowds,
lawyers, loud music, unruly kids, Toyota commercials, Tom Brokaw, Dan
Rather,
barking dogs, politicians and a few other things I can't remember.
I'm sure everything I can't find is in a secure place.
I'm wrinkled, saggy, lumpy, and that's just my left leg.
I'm having trouble remembering simple words like.......
I'm realizing that aging is not for wimps.
I'm sure they are making adults much younger these
days,
and when did they let kids become policemen?
I'm wondering, if you're only as old as you feel, how
could I be alive at 150?
I'm a walking storeroom of facts.....I've just lost the
key to the storeroom door.
Yes, I'm a SENIOR CITIZEN and I think I am having
the
time of my life!
Now if I could only remember who sent this to me, I
would
send it to
many more!
Now- Have I already sent this to you???????
Jan,
Thanks! I appreciate your help on this. I will send you all the materials needed, so all you need to do is take the tape blanks out of the mailers, copy to them from a master tape, put the copies back into the mailers, and drop them in the mail. It will be a week or so from now that this starts to happen.
The tape that I sent you before is copied directly from the original camera tape, so it is the best we have. Yet, it includes a lot of time on the quintet rehearsal, something that most folks would find less interesting. There is plenty of generic-interest footage, so I will send you and Ted each a somewhat shorter master to work with. I plan to start with about 12 for each of us. After making any appropriate changes, then maybe another 12 (x3), which should about do it.
Again, thanks for volunteering. Your musical talents and leadership added a lot to the reunion!
Charlie
Hi, Charlie:
I also am able to make copies of tapes--either audio or video. If I can make some for the reunion, send them my way. If you want, I can buy some blank ones from Costco and donate them to the cause. Would the tape you already sent me copy well enough? I know that a copy of a copy of a copy...starts to degrade (unless it's digital.)
I'd be glad to help and give you some assistance in any way I can. You do SO MUCH!
Jan
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
[mailto:jansings at quiknet.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 07, 2003 11:05 PM
To: Charles Jones
Subject: Belated Wishes for the New Year
Hi, Charlie, et. al.
I have FINALLY taken the time to do our New Year's poem. Note that a Christmas letter was long abandoned. If I were still in school, I'd get a whole point taken off for the lateness!
Best wishes to all for a great 2003. It was SO nice to see everyone.
Love, Jan (Jeannette Allen) Vecchio
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
[mailto:jansings at quiknet.com]
Sent: Friday, December 20, 2002 10:51 PM
To: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
Subject: Merry Christmas--a photo of our carolling
group
[additional photos: Delta Breeze CD Cover]
I have taken the guard off of our attachment gate. (I won't open any other attachments, because the guard is off duty.)
The photo with Santa was taken on Nov 23, 2002 when we were beginning our carolling season. We had broader smiles, and nicer smelling costumes.
We only have a few more to go--including one tonight, so I have a little time to send you stuff.
Hope you have a very Merry Christmas.
You'll get a New Year's letter (later).
Love, J and B
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
[mailto:jansings at quiknet.com]
Sent: Saturday, December 14, 2002 6:44 PM
To: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
Subject: Fw: Subject: A Good Pun Is Its Own Reword
Subject: A Good Pun Is Its Own Reword
Energizer Bunny arrested - charged with battery.
A pessimist's blood type is always b-negative.
Practice safe eating - always use condiments.
A Freudian slip is when you say one thing but mean your
mother.
Shotgun wedding: A case of wife or death.
I used to work in a blanket factory, but it folded.
If electricity comes from electrons... does that mean
that morality
comes from morons?
Marriage is the mourning after the knot before.
A hangover is the wrath of grapes.
Corduroy pillows are making headlines.
Is a book on voyeurism a peeping tome?
Dancing cheek-to-cheek is really a form of floor play.
Banning the bra was a big flop.
Sea captains don't like crew cuts.
Does the name Pavlov ring a bell?
When you dream in color, it's a pigment of your
imagination.
Condoms should be used on every conceivable occasion.
Reading whilst sunbathing makes you well-red.
When two egotists meet, it's an I for an I.
Alarms: What an octopus is.
Dockyard: A physician's garden.
Incongruous: Where bills are passed.
Khakis: What you need to start the car in Boston.
Oboe: An English tramp.
Pasteurize: Too far to see.
Propaganda: A gentlemanly goose.
Toboggan: Why we go to an auction.
Hi, Charlie:
Thank you for your kind words. I've been thinking how to respond because I must admit I am in awe of you and Nancy and the rest of the planners. You all have done so much to make the reunion (and earlier reunions) a fun and successful event. I can barely imagine the hours you had to put in to create that fabulous website. Since I know only Chapter One of computers, I'm in Double Awe.
Bill and I were so glad to join you all at La Fuente for the Sunday dinner. I had a chance to chat with Chuck Allen, and he told me he had re-written the book about radiation in outer space. This hadn't been updated in 40 years. I'm impressed again. Everyone there was so genuine, caring, and Salt-Of-The-Earth NICE. Bill was commenting several times at the reunion weekend about how neat my classmates are. I really appreciate all you wonderful people.
You're right about how some of us "turned out." I believe that each of us has great value and each has something to contribute. I think if everyone knew that, they'd be more inclined to join us all at a reunion. Sometimes people compare themselves to others (which we shouldn't do) and then their own light doesn't shine as brightly.
Bill and I have a humorous philosophy about life. It helps, because life does give us lemons.
I, too, was thinking that in high school, I hardly knew you. I remember that you were in the band, were very smart, and very focused. (Actually, I was pretty focused on boys and singing.) I think you are a shining example of how a good person evolves. I'm honored to have gotten to know you and Ginny better. Ginny is a lucky gal.
I can hardly wait for the CD to arrive.
Best to you both,
Love, Jan
Jan,
Thanks so much. That helps a lot! Between us we are almost ok!
You have so much energy and talent! You really made a difference with the reunion, obviously, and you set a great example for others to follow regarding the web site. And I really think you got some enjoyment out of it, as you have said.
I am just a bit amazed sometimes when I see how different people "turned out" after 40 years of reality. Some are much the same, some are down, and some are up. Some do not even show up. Sorry I did not know you better in HS, but you are at the top of the success list in my book!
Nancy Hillhouse Ruhl is sending me some more pictures, and she says she is putting the names on the back. She probably knows everyone, including perhaps the missing guests and spouses, so that should help with the few remaining uncertainties. Also will be getting a list from the planners, eventually.
Again, thanks for you help!
Best,
Charlie
Dear e-mail buddies:
Bill and I will be out of town from Nov 2 to Nov 11. I doubt we'll check e-mail after Halloween. Please save the juciest ones for me, but mail them to us after Nov 11, 2002.
We hope you have a fun Halloween and enjoy the kiddies coming to your door and getting candy. We've already started eating the minature bars that we bought for them! I hope there will be some left for the kids.
Love, Jan & Bill
Hi, Charlie:
This came to me in October of 2000. I still get a chuckle out of it.
Jan
THE BELL CURVE OF LIFE:
At age 4
success
is not peeing in your pants.
At age 12 success
is
having friends.
At age 16 success
is
having a drivers license.
At age 20 success
is
having sex.
At age 35 success
is
having money.
At age 50 success
is
having money.
At age 60 success
is
having sex.
At age 70 success
is
having a drivers license.
At age 75 success
is
having friends.
At age 80 success
is
not peeing in your pants.
From: Charles R Jones
[mailto:cjones at technidigm.org]
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2002 1:49 AM
To: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
Subject: RE: Baubles, Bangles, and Beads
Jan,
Sorry about Mike's music being a problem. I just had time to upload what you sent me and was not able to convert it to a regular WAV file such as Silent Night.
The particular electronic file format that you sent me with Mike's music seems to be a bit unusual. CDA files are not the same as WAVs, but they can be played by "Windows Media Player." Since I can play it on my computer but not from the website, there are two explanations. One is that the upload process damaged or changed the file (it was much smaller by the time it reached the web page), and the other is that the site is not set up for streaming audio and video. This is something that I may be able to do in the near future. In any case, the current fly in the ointment is (relative to Silent Night, anyway) that I have not been able to convert the CDA to a WAV. Maybe I will figure it all out in a couple of days.
Charlie
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO [mailto:jansings at
quiknet.com]
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2002 1:08 AM
To: cjones at technidigm.org
Subject: Baubles, Bangles, and Beads
Hi, Charlie:
Thank you so much for being our fantastic webmaster.
Maybe you can help me as I'm a computer Novice.
Last night and tonight, I tried to get "Baubles, Bangles, and Beads" to play. I get a Music icon and push play, and hear "Silent Night." Last night I started it several times, and tonight I listened to the end to see if "Baubles" was on afterward. It wasn't. Actually, I have a recording of it here, but if it could also be on the website it would be grand.
Thanks for all you are doing. What energy. It's a good thing you are semi retired.
Ciao, Jan
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO [mailto:jansings at
quiknet.com]
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2002 12:17 AM
To: cjones at technidigm.org
Subject: Thanks for the video tape. What a pleasure.
Hi, Charlie:
This morning I sent you a complete set of pictures of Saturday's reunion banquet and Sunday at Reid Park. Check picture # 1. Is the fellow on the far left Donnie Bridges? Who is the gentleman next to him? I think I know everyone else. The character with the large black hat is Gene (Eugene) Mills, shown in the year book with the juniors when we were seniors. I took a picture of him with John Leiber, then John took one of the two of us, since he saw me taking pictures of so many others.
I tried to get pictures of everyone who attended, but by the end of the evening, we all were strolling around and no one stood still, and I couldn't quite remember who I'd shot or missed.
If you have a picture of the group at La Fuente, I'd love a copy. I was out of film at that time, and that was such a fun dinner.
At the Friday night mixer, there was a picture of Claudia Duncan and Sue Boaz. Was that clear enough for you to put on the website? I'll get the number and let you know which one it is. I'm not settled yet. Been back a week, but still half in Tucson. It was really fun.
Thank you for the video tape. Great shots of Amphi. The school looks so wonderful. I haven't finished the video, but I got well into the rehearsal segment. You are so funny! I didn't know you were filming. Now I can see that I should sit taller, etc. All in all, I thought we sounded quite good when we weren't worrying with the notes. Thanks for a fun momento of a great reunion. I can hardly wait for the rest.
Bye for now, Jan
Hi, Charlie and Ginny:
Yes, I'd love a tape of our rehearsal or performance. I made one at the rehearsal, but it's not great. I bet yours is much better. I think Joanne Barecca will want one also. You are so kind, doing all this stuff for all of us. The solo "O Mio Babbino Caro," was o.k. for the end of our rehearsal, but not suitable for a recording. I was vocally tired and wouldn't have wanted that immortalized.
Last night I looked over the notebook you made of the website. It was wonderful. Thanks again, SO MUCH. What a lot of work! I wouldn't know where to begin--kind of like inspecting nuclear plants!
Looking forward to the next reunion.
Love,
Jan & Bill
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
[mailto:jansings at quiknet.com]
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2002 12:26 AM
To: cjones at technidigm.org
Subject: Information on William Russell Funk, Choral
Director, Amphi
Hi, Charlie:
I meant to get this to you before the reunion, but here it is, if you want it now. It's from the 1985 Register of Excellence, Amphitheater High School.
"Many of Dr. Funk's students pursued careers in music as the result of their association with this dynamic teacher; some have already gained distinction at the Metropolitan Opera and the San Francisco Opera; others are still waiting in the wings. Students were in awe not only of his musicianship, but of his ambitious undertakings.
"Dr. Funk, often referred to as Tucson's "Mr. Music," preferred "Bill." The firm ties and warm personal relationships Bill had with the University of Arizona's faculty and with the Tucson Symphony's conductors and musicians resulted in a most harmonious blend of Amphitheater High School with the University of Arizona and professional musicians of the community. On many occasions Bill had the first chairs of the Tucson Symphony for an orchestra for his elaborate Amphitheater High School productions, such as West Side Story, Carousel, Jesus Christ Superstar, Godspell, and even grand opera, Carmen.
"Bill founded the Amphitheater Community Chorus in 1957. In 1971 Gregory Millar, then conductor of the Tucson Symphony, asked Bill to form the Tucson Symphony Chorale "because he is the most professional choral man in the area. He's a very unusual choral director. He's an intuitive musician, involved in the psychology of voice, involved in the mystical aspects of human communication. He's amazing."
"Always Bill's students and former students were involved in his community productions: Bach's "St. Matthew Passion," and "Mass in B Minor." Britten's "War Requiem," Berlioz' "L'Enfance du Christ," Beethoven's "Missa Solemnis" and the "Ninth Choral Symphony." Orff's "Carmina Burana," and Handel's "Messiah." Bill was also Mr. Music to all Tucson Gilbert and Sullivan Theater productions.
"Bill was blessed with a magnificent and powerful bass-baritone voice that he used with grace as a solo performer and as a member of the distinguished Robert Shaw Chorale. He was also blessed with a brilliant inquiring mind that led him to interests outside of music, such as history, political science and education. His life's ambition had nothing to do with music; he hoped to set up a residential school for arthritic children when he retired, saying, "I want to slant these kids toward occupations they can handle."
"How far the ripples of his love for music will spread is conjecture; but no one who knew him will ever forget his great musical talent, his refusal to compromise excellence, his enthusiasm, his relentless drive, his wonderful sense of humor, and, above all, his cheerful courage.
"Bill had but one love in his life other than music: his beloved Laetitia, to whom he was married for twenty-seven years. They had one son, Raymond Whitman Funk, who is also a gifted musician."
My personal comments: Mr. Funk was a warm, wonderful, dedicated and demanding teacher. He would only excuse absences in the event of death "preferably yours," he would glare as he told us. (Jim Stiles reminded me of this at the 40th reunion.) He was like a father, mentor, guide, and idol. We learned discipline, and didn't resent it. It was the love of music that was his passion and he passed that on to anyone who would reach out for it. He was one of the best teachers I ever had, and I'm so glad I was his student for four years. What a privilege. What a man!
Many thanks, Mr. Funk, for opening up our
hearts
and minds to music.
To: cjones at technidigm.orgSent: Thursday, October 17, 2002 11:23 PM
Dear Charlie and Organizers:
I'm getting back into my routine and must take a few minutes to say Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. --All the thoughtful presents for the winning categories, the Amphi pens for all of us, the photographer (Ron Ruhl) making us feel so important! Everything was very special. The Friday evening mixer was delightful, the food was good and the atmosphere festive. (The lighting wasn't bright, so we all looked younger!) Saturday's banquet was so much fun. Again, the food was excellent, the ballroom was decorated with white and green ballons (I was secretly hoping for crepe paper streamers as in a gym.) And Sunday's picnic was laid back and relaxing in Reid park. Great choices for us to attend some or all.
You all did such a great job of coordinating and planning. I was telling my friends about it and they were envious that their reunion (last year) wasn't nearly as fun, and had no webmaster to connect all the graduates. Great idea, Charlie.
Bill and I had a wonderful time. He was saying what a nice group of people! I was very impressed with the things we all have done. It's like a microcosm of the whole world. So interesting.
Everyone looked great and I believe that Rick Mellinger wasn't really there, but sent his son to represent him! How does he look so young?
Charlie, it was great getting to know Ginny. You're a very lucky man.
I'm looking forward to the next reunion. Keep us informed.
Thanks again,
Love,
Jan and Bill
Thanks for the info. I will scope out the Viscount for a location, perhaps the dining room or whatever where we will be getting together.
The CD project is my small contribution to the class. Thanks for the nice offer for padded envelopes, but please don't be concerned about that. I will get what I need locally as needed, avoiding you and I packing and transporting them across the country.
The mailing labels is a great idea and are easy to transport, so I think I will have people fill them out to indicate where they want the CD to be sent. This will provide some backup for the reunion planner's list since I bet a few folks will just show up for a few minutes. Thanks for the idea!
Thanks also for taking the lead on the singing. I very much look forward to that part of the reunion even if we are not as "professional" after one practice session as you and your other singing groups. It should be great fun, and it will add a lot to the reunion festivities!
See you at the reunion!
Charlie
Hi, Charlie:
I thought the singers might want to get together on Saturday afternoon around 2:00 to 4:00. That leaves the morning free and enough time in the late afternoon to get ready for the evening banquet.
I don't know where we can meet, but I'm bringing a little boom box that has a minature keyboard so we can get notes if we have to. (It plays on 8 batteries.)
I guess that the Viscount will have some quiet areas that we can use???
I'm glad that you're singing with us. I'm going to hold you to your promise that you can lead the whole congregation.
You've relieved my little mind re: the CD. I'll bring it to the reunion--in fact I'll pack it tonight. I did want it to be included. I thought it was beautiful. Will you need some money for postage and supplies? You've done so much, you shouldn't have to pay for all that, too! Let us know what we can contribute to the finished product. Also, if it will be mailed, you might suggest that those of us who want one bring you a mailing label with our address on it. It should be easy for you to just apply it. By the way, I have some padded envelopes that hold a standard CD. Do you want me to bring them? Do you need 25? 50? 100? Just say the word.
Thanks so much, Jan
I will be adding photos and info from the reunion, so I had not planned to produce the CDs until after the reunion. I can wait until the reunion to get the CD.
We are flying in on Friday, arriving around 6pm and checking into the Viscount. We will be going over to the La Cocina (either before or after checking in).
We need to decide when and where the singers are going to practice.
Charlie
Hi, Charlie:
My timing is off. My apologies. I got the CD recorded today, with the help of a new tenor who is a self proclaimed computer geek. Unfortunately, the reunion is next week. If you want me to mail it by "overnight" mail, I'll do so on Monday.
My inclination is to just enjoy it myself and not give you more work to do. You have already done so much!
(I could bring it to the reunion and we could listen--it's only 2 minutes long.)
We'll arrive on Thursday and have dinner with my college roommate (at Casa Molina on east Speedway.) Bill and I are staying at the DoubleTree, as are Jim and Bobbie Jean Stiles. Will you and your wife be at the Viscount?
If I don't see you before the Friday mixer, I'll see you then. Soon!
Many thanks for all you've done to put together a CD for all of us.
Jan
Hi, Charlie:
Maybe 40 years, too? Jan
> 1972: Long hair
> 2002: Longing for hair
>
> 1972: The perfect high
> 2002: The perfect high yield mutual fund
>
> 1972: KEG
> 2002: EKG
>
> 1972: Acid rock
> 2002: Acid reflux
>
> 1972: Moving to California because it's cool
> 2002: Moving to California because it's warm
>
> 1972: Growing pot
> 2002: Growing pot belly
>
> 1972: Trying to look like Marlon Brando or Liz
Taylor
> 2002: Trying NOT to look like Marlon Brando or
Liz
> Taylor
>
> 1972: Seeds and stems
> 2002: Roughage
>
> 1972: Popping pills, smoking joints
> 2002: Popping joints
>
> 1972: Killer weed
> 2002: Weed killer
>
> 1972: Hoping for a BMW
> 2002: Hoping for a BM
>
> 1972: The Grateful Dead
> 2002: Dr. Kevorkian
>
> 1972: Going to a new, hip joint
> 2002: Receiving a new hip joint
>
> 1972: Rolling Stones
> 2002: Kidney Stones
>
> 1972: Being called into the principal's office
> 2002: Calling the principal's office
>
> 1972: Screw the system
> 2002: Upgrade the system
>
> 1972: Disco
> 2002: Costco
>
> 1972: Taking acid
> 2002: Taking antacid
>
> 1972: Passing the drivers' test
> 2002: Passing the vision test
>
> 1972: Whatever
> 2002: Depends
Jan,
I look forward to getting the tape. It may be a challenge to digitize it for the CD, but I will try.
It would not hurt to have the other tapes, but I do not want you to go to a lot of trouble. The lion sleeps tonight does seem like a rhythm challenge!
Looking forward to practice session Saturday PM. We arrive in Tucson about 6 pm Friday.
Charlie
Hi, Charlie:
Yesterday I mailed you a tape of Mike playing "Baubles, Bangles, and Beads" from "Kismet." It's a very mellow, jazzy sound. If you have the time and think it would be enjoyed by the other classmates, could you add it to the Amphi CD?
I had meant to get it to you sooner, but I couldn't find my tapes. I know I have some major sorting/arranging/cleaning to do! (I come from a family of pack rats.) Someone told me that people should move every 10 years so they can get rid of "stuff."
Speaking of tapes, I have a rehearsal tape for "Goodnight Sweetheart" and "The Lion Sleeps Tonight." Do you need/want one?
See you soon!
Jan
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
[mailto:jansings at quiknet.com]
Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2002 6:50 PM
To: cjones at technidigm.org
Subject: Amphi Classmates--Do you love to sing?
Hi, to all singers:
The first batch of music has been sent/faxed to the following quartet:
Soprano:
Jan Vecchio (Jeannette Allen)
Alto:
Bobbie Jean Stiles
Tenors:
Bill Green, Charlie Jones
Bass:
Jim Stiles
Songs are: Battle Hymn of the Republic, Dixie, (Bobbie Jean would only sing the Battle Hymn of the Republic if Dixie were included!) God Bless America, Goodnight Sweetheart Goodnight (doo wop), Landlord Fill the Flowing Bowl (old Kingston Trio hit), Let There Be Peace On Earth, The Lion Sleeps Tonight (calypso), and Seems Like Old Times (standard.) There are a large number, because we can try them out and if we don't like 'em, they're history.
We now have a sufficient number of singers. Do you want to join us? Does anyone know if Sue Wood is coming to the reunion? Anyone else from choir or band?
Join us for some music that will make some new memories! (Hopefully wonderful!)
Call or e-mail me with your fax number, or your address.
See you October 12, 2002!
Love, Jan
toll free line: 1-800-860-4000 (wait
for
the "tone" then dial #585123)
Hello to all Amphi Classmates:
Do you love to sing? Were you in a Glee Club, chorus, church choir, band, etc.? Join us for some fun melodies and maybe harmonies. Top priority is fun. Possibly we can meet on Saturday afternoon and if we're feeling bold, we can sing a song for the banquet.
Suggested song list: Jamaica Farewell, Michael Row the Boat Ashore, Good Night Sweetheart (Doo Wop), Cool Water, Tumblin' Tumbleweeds, The Lion Sleeps Tonight, Country Roads. . . (any more suggestions?)
Some people have been singing in church choirs and can read music, others can join in on melody. Everyone can sing along and have a great time.
I'm collecting easy arrangements for the music and will fax them to whoever wants to sing along. Let me know your fax number and I'll be sending these out in the second week of September.
Charles Jones says he's loud from leading a congregation--Does anyone want to challenge him?
Let's have some fun and make some new memories.
Love, Jan (Jeannette Allen)
1. IF YOU COULD BUILD A HOUSE ANYWHERE, WHERE
WOULD
IT BE?
Halfway up a mountain where I could enjoy the
view--Tucson
foothills?
2. What's THE MOST MEMORABLE THING YOU HAVE READ?
A wonderful book "You Can Have It All" by
Arnold
Patent
3. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE ARTICLE OF CLOTHING
Something loose like sweats. Perhaps
made of cotton gause.
4. FAVORITE PHYSICAL FEATURE OF THE SAME &
OPPOSITE
SEX?
Female: A great smile
Male: Barrel chest
5. WHAT'S THE LAST CD YOU BOUGHT?
Placido Domingo singing Italian,
English,
and Spanish songs. Great.
6. WHERE'S YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BE?
Watching a sunset on Maui, listening to the
clacking palmtrees, drinking a Mai Tai.
7. WHERE'S YOUR LEAST FAVORITE PLACE TO BE?
Being poked and proded at a doctor's
office.
Thank God I'm healthy!
8. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BE MASSAGED?
Physically, my feet.
9. WHAT'S MOST IMPORTANT, STRONG IN MIND OR
STRONG
IN BODY?
Easily, strong in mind. But I
must
say strong bodies are sure fun to admire.
10. WHAT TIME DO YOU WAKE IN THE MORNING?
About 7:15 a.m. to get up for the day, but
often 3:30 to go to the john!
11. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE TV SHOW?
I adore the Antiques Roadshow. So many
beautiful and historic things. For fun I watch "Who's Line is it
Anyway?" Hilarious.
12. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE KITCHEN APPLIANCE?
The stove. I fry eggs, chicken, and make
toast. Not much else. I don't do kitchens.
13. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MEMORY? A salesman in a record shop gave us "Bambi" narrated by Shirley Temple, after daddy had purchased LOTS of records. I saw it after the bill had been paid, and said "Oh, look." The salesman (I hope he was the owner) smiled and added it to our bag.
...HIGHSCHOOL MEMORY? The senior prom. Scott and I double dated with Jim Stiles and Sue Wood. It was such a magical evening. I think the movie was "Breakfast at Tiffanys."
14. WHAT MAKES YOU LAUGH?
A well-told clean joke. (Gotta have a
sense of humor to get through life.)
15. WHAT MAKES YOU REALLY ANGRY?
When people are so focused on themselves they
are inconsiderate of others or talk down to them.
16. IF YOU COULD PLAY ANY INSTRUMENT, WHAT WOULD
IT
BE?
The piano. My voice students
learn
quickly not to depend on the piano player!
17. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT/CAFE/EATERY?
For Mexican food, "Sol Azteca," great flavor,
modest price.
18. SCARIEST MOMENT OF YOUR LIFE?
Haven't had many scary moments, but was
wakened
by a loud BOOM when Bill and I were in a tiny town in Mexico in
1997.
My first thought was "Oh, great! We're here and they've started
another
revolution!" (It was 6 a.m. and they were shooting "fireworks" to
celebrate some special day)
19. IF THERE WAS A MOVIE MADE ABOUT YOU, WHAT
HOLLYWOOD
STAR WOULD YOU LIKE TO PLAY YOU?
Merrill Streep.
20. DO YOU BELIEVE IN AFTERLIFE?
Absolutely.
21. FAVORITE CHILDREN'S BOOK?
Cinderella. I still believe it.
Also hate housework, but I do it.
22. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SEASON?
The whole Christmas season, beginning around
Thanksgiving. I get to sing a lot, which is heaven to me.
23. WHAT'S YOUR LEAST FAVORITE HOUSEHOLD CHORE?
Dusting. Somehow you never get done.
24. IF YOU COULD HAVE ONE SUPER POWER, WHAT WOULD
IT
BE?
Phenomenal endurance.
25. IF YOU HAVE A TATTOO, WHAT IS IT?
Don't have one, but if permanent eye liner didn't
have metal in it, I'd get that.
26. CAN YOU JUGGLE?
Just the books.
27. THE SONG YOU WISHED YOU HAD WRITTEN?
Puccini's "Canzone di Doretta." It has
a fabulous melody, and lyrics that end ... "what good are riches,
compared
to a love such as that."
28. THE ONE PERSON FROM YOUR PAST YOU WISH YOU
COULD
GO BACK AND TALK TO?
My mother. She died when I was
three.
As an adult, I'd love a conversation with her.
29. DO YOU PREFER CATS OR DOGS?
Dogs, especially those that are about 45 to
70 pounds. Good size to touch while you're still standing
straight.
30. WHAT'S IN THE TRUNK OF YOUR CAR?
A jug of water, small earthquake survival kit,
and a heavy canvas bag of sheet music: opera, standards, latin
songs,
and castanets.
31. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE DAY?
Wednesdays, because Bill and I do "day trips."
32. FAVORITE SONG TO SING?
Currently, "Mi Chiamano Mimi," from La Boheme;
but generally, whatever song I'm singing.
33. WHAT'S ONE WORD WOULD DESCRIBE YOU BEST?
Evolving.
34. SAY ONE NICE THING ABOUT A PERSON IN THE
CLASS
OF 1962.
I have to list two: Jim Stiles and Bill
Green.
Two friends since freshman year of high school, who are
wonderful,
nice, courteous, humorous, and true gentlemen. And great singers,
too.
37. WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE SUPERHERO?
The first super guy who comes to mind is my husband,
Bill. An all around nice guy, who makes me feel like the most
important
person in the world. I lucked out in finding such a gem. He
is the best of all my boyfriends rolled into one. If only he
could
fly like Superman!
We were married in 1966, have had 4 dogs, 2 cats, and no children. Bill is our financial planner. He was a partner in a printing and publishing company in Sunnyvale, CA, (Silicon Valley). (Some of his accounts were Sun Microsystems, IBM, & Oracle.) He sold his portion of the business and retired in 1987.
I am a semi-retired C.P.A., and never worked for Arthur Anderson! I still love to sing, teach voice, and take voice lessons. Now I’m focusing on opera and show tunes with an Italian baritone, Pietro Rossi. Ten years ago I organized a quartet that sings 20 to 30 engagements annually in “Dickens” costumes at Christmastime. Our group “Delta Breeze” recorded a CD, and we’ve sung for the Governor’s “seasonal” party, and for numerous Christmas parties throughout the Sacramento region. The trio I’m in is called Velvet Vibes, focusing on standards and showtunes with piano accompaniment.
Bill and I have done some traveling: Europe, the Carribean, Mexico, and United States. Also did some camping in a Volkswagon van. (I decided that hotels are preferred, as are warm showers.) In the United States we marvel at the varity of scenery. On September 11, 2001, we were in Ohio visiting relatives and ended up driving our rental car back to California. We made it in less than three days as we were high-tailing it home.
The strangest thing about a 40th reunion is the “time warp.” I’m so interested in hearing what you’ve done/learned over our 40 years. Such stories there must be! (I feel we’re a microcosm of the world.) It seems as though a little of the seventeen-year-old-me is still inside. (I’m certainly as gullible as ever.) I greatly value a good sense of humor and my current motto is “I love where I am, on my way to someplace better.”
Hi, Charles:
I read that you wanted some content including Christmas newsletters. I thought this would be more fun, 'cause it's a poem. I often do poems, but in 2001 I didn't. It was a strange year. What I'm sending was written in early January for the 2000 year.
Again, thanks for all you're doing on the website. It's really appreciated. See you in October.
Jan
Vecchio Christmas 2000
Newsletter
Hi, all:
We'll be vacationing in Las Vegas, Scottsdale, and Prescott for the first 2 weeks of June. Please hold all e-mails till after June 14th, 2002. Thanks.
Also, several friends have opened attachments such as "it's a game" from people they didn't know. They now have their computers in the shop. Crashed. (We have McAfee guarding our e-mails, and we have had a few diagnostics that "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" (or other) virus was sent to us, but deleted by them!)
It helps to not show the list of recipients when you forward something. Scammers and spammers love to get lists of names. If anyone needs to know how to do this, I was shown how and will share the info. (Even with my novice computer knowledge, I learned this one.)
Have a fun start of summer. Enjoy a tall cool one (drink, not eskimo) and think of us in 100 degree weather.
Love, Jan & Bill
From: Charles R Jones [mailto:cjones at technidigm.org]
Sent: Tuesday, May 14, 2002 9:34 AM
To: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
Cc: amphi62 at technidigm.org
Subject: RE: How's the Reunion Coming Along?
Jan,
There is a lot of scamming going on all the time on the Internet, but that would not keep me from sending things out. I did get one email (Nancy Adair) yesterday and created another page linked to the main page. We just do not get very many emails, but anyone can forward them to the listed classmates by adding the email address amphi62 at technidigm.org. The only problem that I have seen with using that generic email address (besides spammers, scammers, and classmates changing email addresses without telling us) is that sometimes attachments are corrupted due to the complexities of the the related Internet protocols. For example, AOL often has a problem forwarding attachments to its customers.
I have signed up with classmates.com reunion attendee list <http://www.classmates.com/reunion/homepage.tf?circle_id=36639> since it is the central repository for this information right now. The more we let others/professionals do for us, the less work (and more fun) for the volunteers.
I have pictures from previous reunion update books and will fill in the final CD with extracts from them if I do not get enough new items. The problem with that is that some people may have had some major changes such that they would not want the same photos used. Ideally, each person would take advantage of the fortieth reunion to send me either electronic or hardcopy/scannable pictures (old and new) and overall descriptive materials that they would really want to have on the CD. As you might guess, this is a lot easier to say than to execute, but those who do send me items will be a lot happier with the final CD than those who do not. I have uploaded/linked several photos to my own reunion page <http://technidigm.org/contacts/charlie.htm> as an example of the kinds of photos that might be used, and your page <http://technidigm.org/contacts/allenj.htm> is probably the best example overall. We will have to have some kind of recognition for the classmates with the "Best Photo Album Submitted."
We will also have a few people from the classes of 1961 and 1963 at the reunion, and 1961 may even have a major presence since they apparently did not have a reunion in 2001. I am just telling those who ask about it to sign up to attend ours if they like.
I would be glad to get whatever pictures you care to send along, including from your upcoming Jazz Jubilee. I am sure your hard work with your singing/group will be rewarded with lots of fun. Just need to have dates and appropriate captions so the I can keep things straight.
Regards,
Charlie
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
[mailto:jansings at quiknet.com]
Sent: Tuesday, May 14, 2002 12:53 AM
To: cjones at technidigm.org
Subject: How's the Reunion Coming Along?
Hi, Charles:
I haven't received any forwards since that person tried to con us into some Nigerian money deal. Are you not forwarding mail anymore? If not, that's sad. Some jerk ruining our fun!
I haven't signed up with Classmates.com, but my husband, Bill and I are coming. (I don't want to give them my e-mail info.)
I have some photos from the 20th reunion. Would you like copies, perhaps to use for the CD? I even have one of you--you had a happy smile.
That's all for now. I'll check out the website later. I've been quite busy with taxes and extensions. Now our group is getting ready to sing for the Jazz Jubilee on May 25, 2002. It should be a lot of fun--and of course it's a lot of work.
Take care,
Jan
Just a follow-up. I sent you (snail mail) a photograph of Mike, my sister, and me, and also the Christmas CD that my a cappella group did. Have you received them? I think it was about a month ago that I mailed them.
I was looking at the website again, and it's great. Thanks so much for all your work.
Jan
Hi, Charles:
I got this on the internet today. I thought
it
was funny that the dates
coincided with ours.
Jan
> > SHARING TIME:
> >
> > While waiting for my
first
appointment in the reception room of a new
> > dentist, I noticed
his certificate,
which bore his full name.
> > Suddenly, I
remembered that
a tall, handsome boy with the same name
> > had been in my high
school
class some 40 years ago. Upon seeing him,
> > however, I quickly
discarded
any such thought. This balding, gray-haired
> > man with the deeply
lined
face was too old to have been my classmate.
> > After he had
examined my
teeth, I asked him if he had attended the local
> > high school.
> > "Yes," he replied.
> > "When did you
graduate?"
I asked.
> > He answered, "In
1962."
> > "Why, you were in my
class!"
I exclaimed.
> > He looked at me
closely
and then asked, "What did you teach?"
Hi, Charles:
You are so fabulous at your computer work, I thought you'd get a kick out of this little poem I received today on the "net."
Thanks again for all your help. You're great. Hope you and your family are doing well.
Jan
Subject: Poem for Computer Users over 40
A computer was something on TV
From a Science Fiction show of note,
A window was something you hated to clean
And ram was the father of a goat.
Meg was the name of my girlfriend
And gig was a job for the nights
Now they all mean different things
And that really mega bytes.
An application was for employment
A program was a TV show
A cursor used profanity
A keyboard was a piano.
A Memory was something that you lost
with
age
A CD was a bank account
And if you had a 3-in. floppy
You hoped nobody found out.
Compress was something you did to the
garbage
Not something you did to a file
And if you unzipped anything in public
You'd be in jail for a while.
Log on was adding wood to the fire
Hard drive was a long trip on the road
A mouse pad was where a mouse lived
And a backup happened to your commode.
Cut you did with a pocket knife
Paste you did with glue
A web was a spider's home
And a virus was the flu.
I guess I'll stick to my pad and paper
And the memory in my head.
I hear nobody's been killed in a computer
crash
But when it happens they wish they were
dead.
I do not think the arrangements have anything to do with classmates.com membership, although the planning company probably works through them. So far there seems to be at least a way to RSVP to the classmates.com site, after following the reunion planning links from the link below. You could try to check in and may be able to add your name to the RSVP list without paying a membership few. I am not sure, either, but I assume a more formal solicitation of people will eventually come out, and people will be asked to send money in. I think the update (I assume that means a reunion book) would probably cost the same regardless of membership.
http://www.classmates.com/user/myschool/?school_id=6908;year=1962
Maybe someone else can answer better than I.
Regards,
Charlie
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO
[mailto:jansings at quiknet.com]
Sent: Monday, March 04, 2002 12:06 AM
Hi, Charles:
I'm glad there is a date set. As I read it, we pay $58 for ourselves and $58 for our spouses. I am not a member of the www.classmates.com, and I don't know to whom the monies should be sent. Do I include a $15.00 payment for an "update?" or does that apply just to members?
Do we become members in order to attend the reunion?
My apologies for not understanding.
Hope all's going well for you.
Jan
I think the informal reunion committee has discussed where to have the reunion party, but I have not heard anything about using a private residence. Have really not heard much from the Tucson classmates on this lately, but I understand they are talking to a reunion organizing company.
Charlie
From: JEANNETTE VECCHIO [mailto:jansings at
quiknet.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2002 8:39 PM
To: cjones at technidigm.org
Subject: Re: Reunion
Responding to Gary:
I like your idea of having the reunion in someone's
home.
It sounds casual
and comfortable. (I hope not overwhelming.)
I have had 66 people at my house and I know it's a
lot
of work. I will
volunteer to either help set up for the gang, or to be
on the clean up
committee. "Many hands make light work."
Bill and I will be driving to AZ and can plan to add
an
extra day or two, if
needed. Also, for the host house, there will be
additional expenses. We
can chip in for food, drink, plates, cups,
whatever.
(I've found that some
people are early birds--they should bring the
snacks.
If one is usually
late, have him bring dessert.)
I'm looking forward to seeing everyone, and also
Tucson.
I've missed that
beautiful place.
Jan
Hi, Charlie:
I noticed a few times that there was a mention of not knowing where to have the reunion.
For the last 3 years, I have gone to a Scottsdale resort in June, yes it's hot. The AARP prices are about $65 per room, single or double occupancy. It's called The SunBurst Resort. It's beautiful, and very reasonable in the summer. (For good reason.) There are conference rooms, a huge pool, a huge bubble-spa (jacuzzi?)
Perhaps there's a similar resort in Tucson that has great summer prices.
Just a
thought.
Jan
Sun 2/10/2002 11:47 PM
Hi, Charlie:
You are so diligent. I'm so impressed.
I contacted Bill Green and Jim and BobbieJean Stiles. This is really getting exciting. I spent over an hour last night looking at the information you had on our other classmates--and you. Wow. What a wonderful variety of activities.
I hope lots of people will want to join our "chorus." Fun.
See you soon, Jan
I'm so impressed with your computer knowledge! If I were your employer, I'd give you a raise.
For the name of the group, it's Velvet Vibes (no "The".) I liked the way you got the photos in. And so fast. That's great. I don't know if you need to include Jay's note to me (dated July 2001.) There will be lots of input from our classmates, and I guess it's not really necessary.
Re: organizing singing for the reunion. Yes, yes, yes. I know there are singers who really enjoy the fellowship of group singing, and we can do it just for us the day prior or after, if there's too many other activities scheduled on the actual reunion day/night. I had already been thinking of songs that are fairly easy, but nice harmonies, including "Let There Be Peace On Earth."
Maybe when we get more e-mail address, I can ask everyone who would like to join us, and mail out a song or two. That would be really fun.
Jan
Hi, Charles:
Here is a publicity photo for our group which is called "Velvet Vibes."
There are three which show the singers. (One is of Jay Casl, and I don't know how to send you only three.) My preferred one is the one with the musical instruments and Todd at the piano--00010.
The man on the left is Todd Troutman, who plays piano, arranges, and sings. On the right is Jay, who sings like Mel Torme. We sing standards, show tunes, jazz, and ballads.
We also have a quartet that dresses in 1880's Dicken's costumes. I don't have a computer photo, but perhaps I could get one. We made a Christmas CD in late 1998. It has 26 various kinds of carols on it.
I'm planning to do a solo CD this year--soon. Can you use sound on the CD for the Amphi reunion? [YES] Would it be appropriate? [YOU BET!]
Call me, (or e-mail) if you have questions. 1-800-860-4000 wait for the tone, then our number is 585123.
Thanks, Jan
Another link to music sample (right click and save file to your
computer):
Silent
Night, which features Jan.
You can also do this with Mike
Allen's guitar music.
I am delighted that you have a web address. I have been thinking of the reunion and wondering the date. Now I've got it. Thanks.
My snail mail address is
Jeannette
Allen
Vecchio
9845 Country
Park Court
Roseville, CA
95661-5960 (if you need it)
Do we need to send a deposit?
I'll notify Bill Green and Jim Stiles, who I send e-mail to.
See you in September.
Jan Vecchio (Jeannette
Allen)
Hi:
My computer didn't like the connection to Charles Jones. Please forward this so he can update the list:
Michael F. Allen (my brother) died from cancer May 13, 1988.
Please add my name (to the top part of the list!) as:
Jeannette Allen (Jan Vecchio)
9845 Country Park Court
Roseville, CA 95661-5960
e-mail
jansings at quiknet.com (no "c" in quiknet)
