Volume 7, Number 6, January 2003
MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE
-The Online Newsletter for Robert E. Peary High School Alumni-

MSO WEB SITE - http://www.pearyhs.org/
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From: Barry Witt <witt08@aol.com>  (1974)
Date: Fri, 27 Dec 2002
Subject: Update

How I found out about the website? Known about it for years.
Occupation: Chief, Current Operations Division - Pentagon.
Spouse: Tammy, Children: Megan 22, Brandon 18, Tyler 16;
Grandchildren: Makaela 2

Memorable Incidents: Watching the Seniors stuff underclassmen down the
sewer drain and Taping them to the anchor in the Senior court. Mr.
Braces Pep talks on the field. Driving around from party to party with
Beau.

Since High School: Spent 6 1/2 years in the Army. Work at the Pentagon
for NIMA (Yes, I was working there the day it got hit). Raised three
good kids. Two have graduated HS, Damascus and Good Counsel. Hopefully
Ty will graduate next year from Damascus. Had fun coaching all my kids
in softball, soccer, lacrosse, football, and baseball.

Future Plans: Watching Brandon play Lacrosse at Widener University and
graduating with a Chemical Engineering Degree. Watching Ty graduate!!
Getting my daughter and granddaughter back from Germany in Feb (Megan is
married to an Army Medic). Finally retiring in 2010 from the Gov't!!!

Memorable Teachers: Mr. Boteler and Mr. Brace, they always tried to get
the best out of you.

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From: Bruce Judge <bjudge@erols.com>  (1966)
Date: Fri, 27 Dec 2002
Subject: Dennis Judge, Class of 1972

My brother Dennis (PHS class of '72) is a Marine Corps Colonel in Kuwait
right now (hopefully he'll be able to finish off where I left 12 years
ago!). He's [part of] the First Marine Expeditionary Force near the
Kuwaiti/Iraqi border. Quite an accomplishment for 30 years after high
school (in my opinion).

Sincerely,
Bruce (& Cathy Lansdale Judge)

[Photo of Dennis from a COC, Combat Operations Center, is posted online
at www.pearyhs.org] 

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From: Bob Slowey <bobslowey@attbi.com>  (1980)
Date: Fri, 27 Dec 2002
Subject: Birth Announcement

We would like to announce the birth of our second child! His name is
Aidan Joseph Slowey. He was born on December 13 (yeah, friday the 13th)
at 10:00am. Weighing in at 6 pounds 10 ounces with a full head of Curly
black hair. We hope everyone had as good a holiday as we did. Happy
New Year!!

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From: Patrice John Baugher <baugher6@comcast.net>  (1975)
Date: Fri, 27 Dec 2002
Subject: Peary HS Update

My husband, Tom left the day after Christmas for Kuwait. Please keep him
and all the other Americans serving our country overseas in your
thoughts and prayers.

On a lighter note, I am happy to say that our three boys are all well.
Christopher is a sophomore at Butler University near Indianapolis. Joined
the fraternity Lamba Chi Alpha - any Huskies that are brothers? Bryan
is a senior in high school and will go to either Ball State (David
Letterman's alma mater) or IU. Andrew is 12 and has lots of choices
before him.

I am still teaching and the teacher at Peary who made the most
difference in my life was Miss Wilson.

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From: Rosary Cram Bovello <Gbgpetsit@aol.com>  (1965)
Date: Fri, 27 Dec 2002
Subject: News for PHS

I received the honor of Pet Sitter of the Year 2002-2003 from Pet
Sitters International in an award ceremony September 19 in Nashville,
Tennessee. See www.gaithersburgpetsitting.com  and News/FAQs - this
award is the most prestigious in the pet sitting industry.

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From: Barbara Rochow Wendrich <BAW2249@aol.com>  (1967)
Date: Sat, 28 Dec 2002
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from Audrey Gunell Lohr. Occupation:
Retired, Significant Other: Rich Lockitsky

Since High School: I taught school for 30 years at Wheaton Woods Elem.
(where I graduated from in 1961.) I retired in June, 2001 and moved to
Florida in Feb. 2002.

Future Plans: Enjoy my retirement, the beach, learning to play golf.

Memorable Teachers: Mr. Gibbs reading Of Mice and Men. Mr. Hill crying
in 9th grade Algebra class when it was announced that President Kennedy
was dead. Mr. Pine's blue eyes. Mrs. Zimmerman's kind but firm
discipline. Mr. Mate's grading policy. Miss Bladen's great sports
teams. Mrs. Sykes' homeroom.

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From: Nancy Smith DeVanney <devanney@nb.net>  (1973)
Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2002
Subject: Update

Occupation: Sales Rep, Spouse: Kevin, Children: Michael 23, Allair 21,
Grandchildren: Aiden 3 weeks

Memorable Incidents: Listening to Mr. Clarke's bagpipe music & his 5
point quizzes.

Since High School: I went to school in Radford VA where I met my
husband. Lived mainly in the Pittsburgh area since 1979. I have raised
two children, traveled all over the world through my job at the yellow
pages, worked for my husband in his coal testing business as a lab
tech/manager. Currently working as a sales rep for Fisher Scientific in
Pittsburgh.

Future Plans: Find a nice tropical island where I can rent umbrellas to
tourists. Aruba would be nice.

Memorable Teachers: Mr. Clarke has always been my favorite teacher. He
made learning fun. Mr. Williams was also one of my favorites even though
he was only my homeroom teacher.

I would like to know if there are any Peary Alumni in the Pittsburgh
area. Also I wouldn't mind hearing from old classmates.

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From: Norma Tanner Beaubien <faruguru@comcast.net>  (1977)
Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2002
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from my sister - Pebble Prothero.
Occupation: Director, Spouse: Howard, Children: Son Brian - 21, Daughter
Lindsey - 16

Memorable Incidents: I will never, ever forget when Josef (I can't
believe I forgot his last name!) jumped out the window of Ms. Luck's
classroom when we had a substitute teacher. I think that was my most
memorable high school experience.

Since High School: Got married at 19 to my high school sweetheart and
will celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary in 2003. Had two wonderful
children, who excel at everything they do. My son will graduate from
UMBC in May and plans to teach on the high school level. My daughter is
a junior in high school and will probably major in English in college
(she is a fabulous writer, who has actually already been published!)
Have been working for Montgomery County Government for 26 years; first
in the Office of Consumer Affairs where I worked my way up to
Investigator and then on to the Police Department, where I have been
Director of the False Alarm Reduction Section since 1993. (If you have
an alarm system, some of you may have gotten a letter from me, which is
not necessarily a good thing!)

Future Plans: I hope to retire sometime in the next 10 years and then
relax, relax, relax - probably move to where it snows a lot, read
numerous books (I really want to get back into the classics, which I
don't have time for now), enjoy my kids and their families and generally
do nothing.

Memorable Teacher: Mrs. Zimmerman, without a doubt, had the most
influence on my life after high school. She was a wonderful teacher,
taught all of her business students a great work ethic, and generally
molded us into successful adults.

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From: BRYANT BROOKS <HAN2BRY@AOL.COM>  (1974)
Date: Wed, 1 Jan 2003
Subject: UPDATE

Occupation: HOME IMPROVEMENT, Spouse: MARY WORDEN BROOKS (1974),
Children: JENNIFER 24 SCHOOL TEACHER, KRISTINA 21 COLLEGE STUDENT,
BRYANT 17 HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR (ALL COUNTY DEFENSIVE END)

Memorable Incidents: GOING TO THE SEA BARN FOR LUNCH (SILO INN)

Since High School: HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR

Future Plans: BUILD A LOG HOME ON MASSENUTTEN AND HAVING A BED AND
BREAKFAST THERE

Memorable Teacher: MR HASSLER GREAT GUY

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From: Mark Meade <cranerentals@starpower.net>  (1977)
Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from Thelma Husband class of 1969.
Occupation: Owner-Mobile Crane Company, Spouse: Becky, Children: Greg
17, Kelly 14

Since High School: I moved to Florida in "81" where I met my wife. Moved
back to Maryland in "88". I worked for the Montgomery County Park Police
for 12 years mainly in the Horse and motorcycle unit. Retired early as a
Sgt. and started a Mobile Crane business... Crane Works Rentals, LLC
"Need a Lift?"

Future Plans: Continue to build my business with my son and enjoy my
family.

Other alums I know about? Last time I saw Jon Foster he was a Lt. with
the Baltimore City Police.

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From: Charles Blaha <coblinda@hotmail.com>  (1973)
Date: Fri, 3 Jan 2003
Subject: Happy 2003

In July, I finished my yearlong stint on Secretary Powell's staff, which
took me literally all over the globe to dozens of countries. I am now
the State Department's country officer for Spain and Malta, and my
biggest project thus far has been coordinating U.S. assistance to Spain
for the November oil spill off Spain's northwest coast. In August, my
family and I will return to Turkey, where I will work in the Embassy in
Ankara for three years. I hope I can attend our 30th reunion before I
leave.

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From: Daniel A Ryan <Jokiex@peoplepc.com>  (1983)
Date: Fri, 3 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

Hello, everyone! Has anyone started planning a reunion for the class of
1983 yet? It seems like just yesterday I began my journals in Mrs.
Gordy's English class and now I am on my 185th book. Needless to say,
making and exhibiting art has been keeping me busy.

We are already planning the 2003 SFLGBT Pride event and I am hard at
work on the next Radical Faerie Freedom Village. You can check out
information about past villages or help plan this one by going to
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FaerieFreedomVillage/ . The village is
open to everyone and is a lot of fun. If you haven't seen our parade
live then get off the couch and quit with that TV. It's so much more
fun in person. And if you don't like our parade come see it anyway--
you can't help but have fun no matter how hard you try-- honest.

Anyhoo, to keep myself treading water in the current economy, I am
currently a Paraprofessional Substutute-- Teacher's Aide. I get to work
with the kids that make everyone else quit and I love it. It's sad to
see bright minds impaired due to the parent's substance abuse, but I do
what I can to teach them and to open them up to possibilities.

I am continuing to send art around the world through the postal system
and am in contact with about one hundred artists at any given time. I
think a few pieces have ended up in some museum collections, but the
fame hasn't reached me yet. I am getting more involved with the
development of social policies, although I have no interest in politics
per se.

I hope we can pull off a twenty-year reunion this year. It would be good
to see everybody and compare notes. I was actually in Maryland for my
parents' 40th wedding anniversary while the sniper was at large. I'm
glad that y'all are OK and have been doing rituals for those who didn't
make it.

Anyhoo-- I hope everyone has a great and productive 2003. Take care and
have fun--

Love Daniel aka Jokie

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From: Robert E Kibler <kibler@minotstateu.edu>  (1974)
Date: Sat, 4 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from the Washington Post, years ago now.
Occupation: Professor of English and Humanities, Children: Bethany 22

Memorable Incident: The collective streak around the track

Since High School: Served in the U.S. military, attended St Mary's
College of Maryland, University of Maryland College Park, and University
of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Taught at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, in
Beijing, and went on research grant to the Balkans last summer.
Currently teaching English and Humanities at Minot State University.

Future Plans: Return to the Balkans, and particularly to Bosnia
Hercegovina, for more research on my study concerning the conflict
between nationalism and internationalism as it affects individual
identity. Also would like to return to China or go to Vietnam on a
Fulbright.

Thanks for hosting this website.

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From: Alan Goldberg <glockberg@comcast.net>  (1974)
Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

How I found out about the website? Always known about it, I just stopped
visiting for awhile. Occupation: Police Lieutenant, Spouse: Paula,
Children: Samantha 16, Stephanie 11

Memorable Incidents: The time the plane landed on the lower field. 3
hour lunches in my senior year. The time the guy decided to settle a
dispute with a shotgun in the cafeteria.

Since High School: I graduated college in '77 and started my career in
law enforcement in 1978. I worked as a police officer in Washington DC
until January of '81 when I joined the Montgomery County Police
Department. I have had a fun career, having worked all over the county.
I spent 10 years as a sergeant in the Wheaton-Glenmont District in the
old stomping grounds until I broke down after 10 years and took the LT
test. Now I am back where I started in downtown Silver Spring. I am
still recovering from the long hours worked in October because of the
sniper. Those of us from the neighborhood took it a little more
personal.

I made one big mistake in my life (lots of little ones!) but divorced
her and have been married for 17 years to the same woman, Paula (Cool-
that's really her maiden name). She's a Sherwood graduate, so don't hold
it against me. We have two daughters, the first of which will be driving
her car anyday now. They are both talented musically, playing in their
respective school bands. I couldn't be more proud of both of them. I am
just glad that their ages are just far enough apart to keep only one
teenager in the house at a time.

Future Plans: Work until it is no longer fun, retire and enjoy life. I
will probably teach after my retirement from the PD. Watch my daughters
continue to grow and dance at their weddings, after that its icing on
the cake.

Memorable Teachers: I remember Mr Jacobs who bored me to death with the
"cosine of theta is equal to..." one too many times. I fell asleep in
the back of his class so often he moved me to the front- where I
continued to check my eyelids for leaks. He told me I wouldn't make it
through one semester at college. That was a challenge and I proved him
wrong. I remember driver's ed with Mr Nowrocki. He taught PE to my
oldest when she was in middle school and my youngest will most likely
get him in the next year or two left at Baker. I remember Mr Zorb
chewing me out for leaving school for 3 hour lunches. Of course it was
my last three weeks before graduation when he found out.

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From: Kathie Williams Jordan <renz5913@aol.com>  (1978)
Date: Mon, 6 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from Jeanne Leatherwood.
Occupation: Manager/CCO for Bank One, Spouse: Lorenza (Renz)

I have been married for 5 years to my wonderful husband Renz. We have 3
dogs, a cat, and a fish. I have one son-Brodie age 22, currently the
Sales Manager for Best Buy in Gaithersburg, MD.

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From: Keith Heinrich <kheinrich10@comcast.net> (1975)
Date: Tue, 7 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from Dave Warner.
Occupation: Horticulurist, Children: Paul 17, Kristin 14

Memorable Incidents: All the friendships that were started, the parties
at my house, playing in a band {my kids still don't believe I was in a
band}

Since High School: I have worked in the landscape business since
graduating. First for someone else, then for myself. But I am now going
back to work for another company because it takes too much of my time to
run a small landscape business. On the personal side, my second marriage
just ended and I am looking forward to more time with my kids and
enjoying life!

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From: Andrew Deardorff <andyrdeardorff@cswebmail.com>  (1975)
Date: Wed, 8 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from Bob Lau. Occupation: hewlett packard
support

Memorable Incident: Going to Ocean City with a bunch of friends after
graduation

Since High School: Graduated from Virginia Tech 1980. Worked for Hewlett
Packard since graduation. Playing volleyball, skiing at Deer Valley,
Utah each year.

Future Plans: Retirement, moving to a tropical island with Wilson the
volleyball

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From: Jennifer LaRue Huget <jhuget@megahits.com>  (1978)
Date: Wed, 8 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from my brother, Michael LaRue ('75).
Occupation: freelance writer, Spouse: Kirby (1978), Kirby's Occupation:
lawyer, Children: Sophie Jane, age 9; Charles Kane, age 6.
Grandchildren: YIKES!

Memorable Incidents: Being allowed to go into the Senior Court, at last.
Walking home from school on the Black Path. Walking to school in the
dark that one year they messed around with Daylight Saving Time. Hearing
Mr. Gibb read Of Mice and Men--and being riveted by the length of his
fingernails. Mr. Clarke's 5-point quizzes, plus the Bonus Question. Not
figuring out until I was an adult that there was in fact no historical event
called the Defenestration at Ghent. Working with Jan Miller on our senior
class history. Going to the prom with Kirby Huget; eating dinner at La Rive
Gauche beforehand. The custodian, Mr. Brown. Yikes.

Since High School: Got an M.A. from University of Maryland (hey, up here
in CT, they consider it a great school!) in English; moved to
Connecticut, married Kirby Huget in 1985, worked as a p.r. person for
two terrific museums, including the Mark Twain House in Hartford; had
not one but two beautiful children; finally allowed myself to pursue my
dream of being a freelance writer, which lets me do what I love most
while being home for my kids. I now write for The Washington
Post--mostly for the health section, of all things, but also for
KidsPost and travel, once in a while. My by-line is Jennifer Huget. I
also was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in April 2001. Doing fine so
far, knock on wood. Would love to hear from other Pearyites who have
MS. Though I hope, for your sake, there aren't many of you!

Future Plans: Hang out with Kirby and the kids; read as many books as I
can, maybe write, well maybe not THE great American novel, but a
passable one that somebody will be willing to publish. Squeeze as much
living as possible into every day, and appreciate all my blessings.

Memorable Teachers: I just loved Mrs. Rosen, who was such a good English
teacher. And of course the great Mr. Hopkins. We called him "The
Hopper." He was so nice, and so funny. And Miss Tigani was nice, too,
though I never had her as a teacher myself. Does anybody else remember
Vicki Scheidemann? She taught a dance class. She was very cool. And I
can't think of her name (I guess I can't say I remember her "best," can
I?), but I really liked that female chemistry teacher we had in like
11th grade. What was her name??? I really liked Mr. Boyd, too.

Finally, and I know I'm not alone in feeling this way, but there was
nobody like Mr. Hill. He showed such great respect for us, and with such
good grace and humor. Oh, and Mr. Nawrocki, making us drive him to
Jerry's Sub shops during driver's ed so he could run in and get his
lunch....

I hope you all know how lucky we are to have Peary as our common
heritage and this great community of alumni to share memories with. I
don't think it's very common to have such an active and well-connected
high-school alumni group--thank you to all who put so much effort into
it!

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From: Leslie Alan Goldsmith <LAGoldsm@aol.com>  (1968)
Date: Fri, 10 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from Bob Phillips. Occupation: Vice
President Johnson & Johnson, Spouse: Constance, Children: Beth born 1979
(23 years of age), Kate born 1982 (20 years of age)

Memorable Incidents: Teacher Strike, Great Football Teams, School Plays

Since High School: I went to the U. of Miami undergraduate, where I met
my future wife (Connie). Earned a Masters and Ph.D. at the U. of Rhode
Island in Pharmacology and Toxicology while Connie earned a masters in
library science. We went on to Veterinary School at the U. of
Pennsylvania graduating in 1980. Had a veterinary office in Damascas MD
for a few years before joining Johnson & Johnson where I was responsible
for the safety evaluation of Splenda. Our eldest daughter, Beth is a
Ph.D. student in biology at Yale and our youngest is a Jr. at the U. of
Miami. We like to travel and have a condo in FL.

Future Plans: Hope to retire at 55 and do some veterinary medicine,
travel, go to U. of Miami football games (and not get robbed), golf,
scuba, backpack, learn.

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From: Nikki Wantling <nwantling@mindspring.com>  (1985/Wheaton)
Date: Sat, 11 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

How I found out about the website? I've been in touch with the website
for years! Occupation: Clinical Research Associate, Spouse: Cliff
Allison, Children: As for now - 2 furry children - Tigger and Tabitha

The year 2002 brought a lot of changes in my life. I finally found my
soulmate (Cliff Allison) and got married on Valentines Day 2002 [photos
posted in the "events" area under weddings]. Who knew we'd meet in the
middle of the country - Colorado - where I've lived since 1996. He's
from Santa Cruz, CA. Our love for this area brought the coasts together!

I am still working (from home) as a clinical research monitor, working
on clinical trials - currently for Schering-Plough Pharmaceutical.
Travel keeps me busy at times.

Sad news from this year also. My mom passed away last January from many
complications of arthritis and other health factors. It has been a very
difficult adjustment. I want to say thank you to all of my old friends
who sent condolences. It really meant a lot and touched me that so many
people cared.

On a lighter note - my big brother followed in my footsteps and also got
hitched this year. Doug Wantling (1984) got married to a wonderful
person (Connie Hayes) in Novemeber. He is a paramedic/firefighter out of
the Gaithersburg station and lives with his wife in Frederick, MD. Our
Dad is still in Chestertown, MD and sister at the Holly Center in
Salisbury, MD.

Would be great to hear from anyone!

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From: KITTY KARROL DICICCIO BRUENS <CCCGAL@WEBTV.NET>  (1963)
Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from MY SISTER, FRAN (WADOSKY) SELBY.
Occupation: VICTIM WITNESS SECRETARY - STATE ATTORNEY OFFICE, Spouse:
ROY BRUENS, Children: I HAVE TWO STEP SONS, MARK (MARRIED TO HOPE) AND
MIKE (MARRIED TO PAT), Grandchildren: NICK (14), JULIE (11), HARPER
MARIE (8) AND ALEX (4)

Since High School: I HAVE BEEN SO FORTUNATE. I HAVE HAD SOME GREAT JOBS,
I WAS ABLE TO TRAVEL AND TO MEET SOME VERY NICE PEOPLE ALONG THE WAY.
I AM MARRIED TO A VERY NICE MAN AND WE HAVE ENJOYED OUR YEARS TOGETHER.
WE ENJOY SEVERAL GOLF VACATIONS A YEAR AND VISIT WITH OUR GRANDCHILDREN
OFTEN.

Future Plans: I PLAN TO STAY WITH THE STATE UNTIL I RETIRE. MY JOB IS
VERY INTERESTING - WORKING WITH VICTIMS OF FELONY CRIMES. WHEN I RETIRE
I HOPE TO IMPROVE MY GOLF GAME AND WATCH THE GRANDCHILDREN BECOME
ADULTS.

Memorable Teachers: I REMEMBER EACH ONE FONDLY.

I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND SUE STACHO.

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From: P.J. Burnsky <pburnsky@earthlink.net>  (1973)
Date: Fri, 17 Jan 2003
Subject: TO THE CLASS OF 1973-72.

I was strolling down memory lane while reading the Nov 2002 MSO, when
the thought occurred to me that I maybe able to solve a 32 year mystery
using this very Midnight Sun Online as a research reference for clues.

Does anyone remember the "rock battles" that took place after lunch
during our first weeks in school? These were serious stone throwing
battles in the woods at the end of the Drivers Ed course. These
skirmishes consisted of some of the Rowdies and guys like, Jim Lamb,
Scott Turner, Kurt Stine, Gary Wilcox. There must have been 15 to 20
guys in total in these battles.

Anyway, I got whacked in the forehead pretty good by a potato sized
rock! I lived, no dain bramage! And actually went to 5th period class
after lunch. BUT I ALWAYS WONDERED WHO THREW THAT ROCK. DOES ANYONE KNOW
(OR REMEMBER) ANYTHING ABOUT THAT? I'm sure that whoever threw it knew
it was a HIT.

After that incident, the battles seized. If you guys are out there, jump
start those old corroded synapses and blast through all the Schlitz
sludge surrounding those axons and try to recall. Someone please fess
up. This is just for pure curiosity. If you know anything, please write.

PJ Burnsky

[Apologies to PJ - this submission was inadvertently missed by MSO
for inclusion to the December newsletter]

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From: Eugene L MacKay <GeneMacKay@kc.rr.com>  (Staff/Faculty)
Date: Thu, 23 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

Occupation: Retired, Spouse: Carol (deceased), Children: Ruag, Kyle,
Bonnie Jean, Erika, Doone; Grandchildren: Amber, Haylee, Micheala,
Hawken, Bridger

I sold my farm in NY August 2002 and moved to Grandview, MO to be
Grandfather to two of my Grandsons.

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From: Jay Hepner <Jay_Hepner@fc.mcps.k12.md.us>  (1975)
Date: Fri, 24 Jan 2003
Subject: My novel / screenplay

So, I'm busily working on my novel / screenplay. They say you can't
write both at once, but why listen to them?

It's a redemptive love story. Our hero learns to go after the girls who
actually like him. He does this by the time he graduates high school.
As opposed to twenty years later.

As our hero will be 14 years old at story's opening, think of it as
"Beavis and Butthead matriculate, magna cum laude."

I'm interested in anyone's memories of what it was like in high school
in the mid '70s in suburbia, but I'm particularly interested in the
memories of girls. What was it like to have a crush on a guy who paid
no interest? What about the guys who did? How did you manage them?
What were your major concerns? How did you feel the clash between the
'50s culture you were born into and the burgeoning new possibilities for
women? What music did you listen to? Feel free to give deep
background, i.e. how your childhood influenced who you became in high
school and just after.

My goal is to create credible female characters, so your input will be
greatly appreciated.

Thanks to all in advance,

Jay_Hepner@fc.mcps.k12.md.us 

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From: Linda Wai Mei Lee On <w_on@juno.com>  (1986/Wheaton)
Date: Fri, 24 Jan 2003
Subject: Update

How I found out about the website? I was logging on through mcps website
to find out if my son have school due to snow. Occupation: homemaker
Spouse: dennis Children: Marry 9 yrs, son Anthony 6, Brandon 5, daughter
Caitlin 3, Dana 10 months.

Since High School: After graduating from Wheaton, I graduated from
Montgomery College with 2 AA degree in Advertising Art & Illustration.
Meet my husband there. I had a company call Futuregraphic for a while.
Then I freelance alot. Later, I worked for Woodward & Lothrop for there
advertising department right before they close down. Finally, I went
work for The Feld Entertainment, Inc.(Ringling Bros. Barnum & Baily /
Disney On Ice). I quite 2 yrs. ago to take care of my 4 childrern. My
husband work for Verizon Wireless as a field tech.

Memorable Teacher: Mrs. Glass and her all silver white hair.

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From: Shirley Santilhano Friedman <shirleysings16@hotmail.com>  (1981)
Date: Tue, 28 Jan 2003
Subject: Pirates of Penzance

I just wanted to let everyone know that I will be playing the role of
"Ruth" in Gilbert and Sullivans, Pirates of Penzance. I will be
performing with The Victorian Lyric Opera Co. February 14 through March
2, 2003, at the F. Scotts Fitzgerald Theater of the Rockville Civic
Center. Performances will be Feb.14,15,21,22,28 and March 1 at 8:00pm
and Feb. 16,22, and March 2 at 2:00pm. I hope everyone can make it.
Stay after and I will be out to talk with everyone.

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From: Robin Rosenberg Aiscowitz <RLRA4803@yahoo.com>  (1979)
Date: Wed, 29 Jan 2003
Subject: Gay Laurienzo San Severino (1979)

Hi everyone. Well, it has finally happened. Gay Laurienzo San Severino
(1979) is having her 9th baby -- in late July. She and husband Rick
will have their baseball team. Currently, they have 5 boys and 3 girls.
The oldest, Dominic, will be 19 on February 15th and the youngest (for
now) Denise was 4 last September. In addition to the children, they
have 2 beagles -- Penny and Scout.

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Bobbie Coberly Servant - Class of 1968 <bobbieservant@hotmail.com> 
Moved back into Balto/Wash area 2 years ago.

Wilma Houser Yost - Class of 1969 <polymer@erols.com> 
Occupation: artist/sell clay supplies, Spouse: robert, Children: girl
-Devonne 24, boy -Wesley 21, girl -Rachael 15, girl -Rebecca 14.
Memorable Incidents: football, basketball games, pepband rally, drama
productions. Since High School: enjoying life

Nina Kopp Metz - Class of 1975 <CNSL@aol.com> 
I found out about the website at the reunion. Occupation: Instructional
Assistant. Spouse: Craig, Children: Sara 14, Lauren 12

John Applegate - Class of 1973 <JDAPL@AOL.COM> 
Occupation: CEO of Cellutech Industries, Inc., Children: Mike, 18
Freshman in college..plays football (TE) at UNC Chapel Hill, NC; Ross,
14 a freshman in HS, lives with me in GA.

Matthew Gray - Class of 1977 <mattgg430@aol.com> 
Occupation: Assistant Golf Professional, Children: Jaclyn 24,
Grandchildren: Kyle 4 and a half

Nancy Shumway Holloway - Class of 1974 <ndnbeach@webtv.net> 
Occupation: Dental Asst., Significant Other: Doug

KATHY SHAFER MANZON - Class of 1979 <DOGPAWS321@AOL.COM> 
I found out about the website from AOL. Occupation: GRAPHIC ARTIST

Mary D'Amato - Class of 1983 <MEDRossmtbc@aol.com> 
Occupation: Board-certified Music Therapist, Since High School:
Practicing Music Therapy in various healthcare settings.

Joy Chapman - Class of 1974 <jchapman@hotmail.com> 
Occupation: Systems Analyst

David Douglas - Class of 1983 <davemariad@aol.com> 
Occupation: Insurance Broker

Lennart Annfelt - Class of 1966 (AFS) <lennart@eku.se> 
I found out about the website online, searching for the school.
Occupation: Writer/Teacher, Memorable Incidents: Many - I was the
AFS-student from Sweden in class of 1966.

KEVIN BOTSFORD - Class of 1968 <Kevin.Botsford@ubspainewebber.com> 
I found out about the website FROM TOM PRESTWICH. Occupation:
INVESTMENT ADVISER, Spouse: Elaine, Children: Stacie 23 and Beth 21

Bill Uzzell - Class of 1967 <WandM45@aol.com> 
I found out about the website through an online search.
Occupation: Sales Manager

Daniel Kreitman - Class of 1979 <cypkre@aol.com> 
Occupation: Furn.Upholster, Spouse: Sue, Children: James, Jillian

Patrick Plante - Class of 1975 <Pjpdemo@aol.com> 
I found out about the website from my brother. Occupation: Construction
Estimator/Project Manager, Children: Daughter Bridgette 21 years old,
Since High School: Working, Traveled around a bit. Future Plans: staying
in the area

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END OF TEXT - MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE - VOLUME 7, NUMBER 6
Articles for the next issue are due February 22, 2003
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