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We had brunch with Laura's cousin Dody last Sunday. Dody and John were really happy to see each other, it was fun reunion. Dody put on a wonderful spread, as always and Laura was entertained by Dolly, Dody's spunky terrier. We're looking forward to getting together with Anna and Elise the next time they visit from LaLa Land. Maybe Maria will be coming soon? Don't think we'll be heading to Chicago soon.

Now She Can't Be Trusted

Our friend Veronica has turned 30! We were able to share this momentous occasion at the incredible surprise party thrown by her wonderful husband Mark. 65 family members and close friends were treated to a great evening at the Westin Mission Hills. We enjoyed a live rock trio, DJ, hosted bar and a delicious appetizer buffet. Vern's reaction to the gathering was priceless! It was really terrific to get together with Laura's good Merrill Lynch friends and for John to get to know them on a personal level. Thank you again Mark for hosting a great party!
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Make a Memory

Laura's sister Maureen and her boyfriend Michael spent a great couple of days in NYC. They attended a gallery opening for their friend Roger Shimomura. We had the opportunity to meet Roger in Kansas City in March.

We heard this Bon Jovi song on Graham Norton and it really made us think of Kansas City and the special time we spent there with Maureen and Michael.

On the way home from Camarillo we stopped in Santa Monica for a bite to eat at
il Cucini and shared mussels and calamari while enjoying the breeze off the Pacific on their lovely patio before returning to the heat of Palm Desert.

A couple of weeks ago we visited with John's family in Camarillo. Sunday was fun as it was Hat day at church. Thats why most of us are wearing hats. Laura and I made grilled salmon for everyone sat. nite. We went to the Camarillo Fiesta on Saturday, ate some great food, saw some really cool cars, and heard some great music.

We took a trip to St. George, UT in May so I could finally meet John's wonderful son Cameron. It was pretty cool to make at trip back to that State together after making several to visit my family there in the 70's. We had a really good time with Cameron, his wife Mary Ellen and the cutest, sweetest granddaughter in the whole world, Abigail. We spent one day in Zion Ntl Park and I was blown away by the sheer beauty.

Party at the Houser's

In June we spent an amazing evening with our friend Matt Houser. They had a joint 50th birthday (for Matt) and a high school graduation (daughter Christina) party at their home in Dana Point. It was incredible to see and spend time with old, dear friends.