Volume 7, Number 9, April 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:      Carolyn Foote Johnson <Carolyn.Johnson@dobson.net> (1978)
Date:       Sat, 19 Apr 2003
Subject:  Update

How I found out about the website? Been on it for years!  Occupation: CS Supervisor, Spouse: Mike...separated, though; Children: Alex—six years old, Andrew—two and a half years old Memorable Incidents: the death of Kevin Lynch, Mike Chapman being the “pie phantom”

Since High School: Too much to write and nothing which hasn’t been updated previously!

Future Plans: Be the best Mom I can be and continue working hard

Memorable Teacher: Mr. Hill...a greater teacher never existed, in my opinion.  Classy, fair, respectful...

Other alums I know about? Haven’t yet scanned the missing person’s list but I seem to always know of a few!

From:      To: Janet Peters <janet.peters@adelphia.net> (1980)
Date:       Sat, 19 Apr 2003
Subject:  Pom Reunion

Hi Girls!

I’ve been reading about the Pom Reunion on the MSO Website and it sounds like it would be so much fun.  Even though I am 41 years old and out of high school for almost 23 years now... certain songs will come on the radio and I’m still doing pom moves in my head!  Although I rarely hear “Groove Line” or “Love Will Keep Us Together” these days I bet I could still do parts of those old routines in my sleep.

I recently opened my old hope chest and found an old competition uniform (which I got from Beth Sowers Chirico after the school closed), my blue and white gloves, my “Kanga” puppet (significance?? anyone??) and a 1^st place trophy from the Poolesville Parade (I have no idea who I acquired that from).  I have lots of old homecoming ribbons with stupid sayings like “Ram the Rams” and something ‘dried up’ that appears to be an old mum with blue and white ribbons.  To this day when I smell mums, I think of football games and the rustle of pom pons.

I have tons of pictures I could scan and send (1978 - 80) to any interested poms. Great pictures of a sleepover we had at my house after a competition with Shawna Napper in her “Undercover Angel” night shirt and everyone wearing some ridiculous plaid hat that resembles a fishing hat.  I have pictures of us at camp all competing for “Miss Frostburg” <LOL> and doing the Steve Martin “King Tut” dance.  I can remember hitting the Entenmanns Bakery at the wee hours of the morning because we were “starving” ... I know to this day all that Entenmanns’s stuff we ate and all those Montgomery Doughnuts are still planted firmly on my hips.

As far as the present goes (need stop living in the past for a minute) - I am a single mom of a guitar playin’, 14 year old, telephone hogging, snowboarding chick magnet (my worst nightmare).  He’s a good kid and I love him with all my heart!!  I am presently unemployed (since December) from my Project Management job at my former bankrupt employer, WorldCom.  However!! I am going to school and taking up Human Resource Management.  In my spare time I attend sign language classes at the local deaf school - I am finally (after 2 years) to the point where I am fluent.  One day (maybe after my young un’ is grown and gone) I plan to use my education degree to teach deaf kids.

I am living in Colorado Springs about 1 mile form Pikes Peak.  What a beautiful town!  I’ve been here for 10 years.  Hopefully I’ll land a job soon and be able to stay.  If not, I am also looking at Columbia, SC and some spots back east.

To those who have written to me that I have not responded to, please accept my apologies.  I will try to do better.  I’ve not attended many reunions - just the few that have been held here in Colorado (there is a significant PHS alumni population in Colorado).  I do read the MSO often and am amazed at the accomplishments of old classmates.  We truly have an amazing history.  My family keeps me posted on things that happen in and around Aspen Hill.

To all you old pommies out there - do a few “quick ball changes” and some “fan kicks” for me at the picnic! Oh.. and that thing where you put your hands (palms out) in front ... and kind of tilt your head to the side???  You know what I’m talking about!  Although I won’t be there physically - I’ll be here in spirit - donning my blue eye shadow, bobbie socks, and white tennies just for YOU on that day.

Peace and Love to All!
- Janet Peters PHS Class of 1980 Poms (1978 - 80)

From:      M. Robin Moore <dancingprincess@earthlink.net> (1978)
Date:       Sat, 19 Apr 2003
Subject:  Update

I found out about the website from a former classmate.  Occupation: Private Investigator, Spouse: Douglas

Memorable Incidents: All the stage productions.

Since High School: Earned a degree in Dance, and then toured the world as a dancer. Finished my Bachelor’s at UNLV (‘98!) & landed my first job as a Private Investigator. Then I got married.

Future Plans: Law School or a baby.

Memorable Teachers: My Dance teacher, Vicky Scheideman; Ms. Vadala, Mr.  Gibbs, & Mr.Hassler, from working on the shows. My “News writing” teacher, because she showed insight.

From:      Gail King Ziminsky <ismgz53@aol.com> (1971)
Date:       Tue, 22 Apr 2003
Subject:                Grandbaby

Welcome to our granddaughter, Hannah Lynn Ziminsky.  Born on April 15^th @ 10:40 am.  (My son said she is his little 1040!)  She was a tiny one weighing in a 6lbs. 10 oz. and 19” long.  Head-full of long black hair.  Can’t wait to see her...she lives in Loveland, Colorado.  If you would like to see her go to... http://www.growingfamily.com/webnursery/babypage_view.asp?URLID=1H4N9D6P3Y

From:      Robin Rosenberg Aiscowitz <RLRA4803@yahoo.com> (1979)
Date:       Tue, 22 Apr 2003
Subject:                Miscellaneous

It seems like yesterday I was walking the halls of Peary and having great times with friends and as the spring/summer season approaches, it brings back so many great memories.  The Senior Banquet at Indian Spring Country Club, the Prom and graduation.  I am thankful that I made so many friends at Peary and that I cherish the friendships I did make.  I am a still friend with Gay Laurienzo San Severino and it has been 26 years since we became friends that September 1976.  I have been in touch with some old classmates and it has been fun to reminisce with them.  I have come to the conclusion that life is too short and we should all remember the friendships we developed way back when.  Unfortunately, some friends were taken from us too soon—Pat Bryan (1978) who is still dearly missed, and John Buck (1981), but their legacy was they left a lot of friends and wonderful memories behind.  I stay in touch through e-mail [thank goodness for e-mail] with old friends such as Linda Fishbein Lyons-Drager (1980) and Marjie Shulman (1979) whom I worked with at FDA a long time ago, and Randy Santos (1978).  I would love to hear from Lynne Keady (1978) and Maureen Buck (1978).  It’s hard to believe 25 years has passed since the Class of 1978 graduated.  I was very close to several classmates of that class, and outside of my own class, they were special people.

Take care and have a wonderful Spring.

From:      Ann Hoffman McKee <blue4dixie@msn.com> (1965)
Date:       Wed, 23 Apr 2003
Subject:  Award

I recently received an award and commendation from my employer for my continuing work in credit card fraud deterrence. Additionally, my husband Paul (who is also employed by the same bank) and I both received awards for our work in customer relations.

From:      Jan Allcock Clagett <flutterby1717@aol.com> (1971)
Date:       Wed, 23 Apr 2003
Subject:  Update

I found out about the website through aol.com.  Occupation: office services coordinator, Significant Other: Mike,

Memorable Incidents: senior banquet, senior skip day

Since High School: working for Montgomery County Government for 31 years

Future Plans: retire at age 55

Memorable Teacher: Mrs. Pricilla Clagett, she was my husband’s stepmother, and Mr Gibbs was her best friend, what a hoot!

From:      Barbara Nicolaisen Van Dyke <go.terps@verizon.net> (1974)
Date:       Thu, 24 Apr 2003
Subject:  Update

Webpage - http://www.gotoparadigm.com (mortgage brokerage) Spouse: Bill (Parkdale ‘71), Children: Kelsey age 17, Carlyn age 13

In October of 2001, my family moved to Manor Club. It’s great to be back in good old 20853. My dad and sister Anna (‘71) live close and my husband enjoys the golf course when he has time to play. My older daughter will graduate from St. Johns College HS next year (it’s been co-ed since early 90’s) and my younger daughter will go to Edmund Burke School next year. Wish they could have had the REPHS experience! We’re very active fans of University of Maryland football and basketball— stop by our tailgate party (spaces 119 & 120 near the tennis courts) next fall and say hey.

From:      Eileen Brown Carter <ecarter236@aol.com> (1965)
Date:       Thu, 24 Apr 2003
Subject:  Hi Everyone

Just wanted to let the class of 65 know I am still keeping the records and many new classmates have joined my list.  We even have some classmates who did not graduate with us but still want to be included in all our activities.  Also, class how about some articles as I see many articles from other classes but not from ours for the Sun and maybe a little dinero to keep this going as all of you have found out we can keep our friendships and acquaintances alive.  If you have recently moved or changed email addresses or know where our missing are please let me know.  I am a member of Classmates.Com and am notified when new classmates sign on there so that is another media I use to keep track of everybody.  If you don’t see someone on our list please contact me and I will check and see if I have any contact for him or her.

My daughter is going to college after bringing four children into this world and she is maintaining a B average and I am very proud of her.  She has the reading disorder that makes things look backward for her and she is overcoming this hurdle.

On another note for class of 66 Donna Marie Brown Glass my sister had hip replacement surgery on April 14, 2003 and she is doing very well and will have surgery on her left hip next year.  I am home with her for at least 2-3 weeks to help with her recovery.  Her husband is an 18-wheel driver so he could not stay home with her so I am helping in that department.  If you would like to email her please do so using my email as we both live in the old household on Aspen Hill Road.

Well I guess I have rambled on long enough everyone take care and keep those new addresses coming

Bye for now

From:      Melissa Ann Allen Gregory <maagregory@adelphia.net> (1970)
Date:       Sat, 26 Apr 2003
Subject:  Update

I found out about the website from Vincent Gibbs.  Occupation: Special Ed Teacher, Spouse: PAUL, Children: Kate-23, Andrew-19

Memorable Incidents: Drama Club/JB, Romeo and Juliet and Oliver—Mrs. Glass’s art classes

Since High School: Living in Europe and North Africa, Directing Youth Ballet Companies, taught ballet for 30 years.... teaching CCD now teach autistic children in Private Day Program for Emotionally Disturbed

Future Plans: Having Grandchildren...please...travel to Middle East… teaching degree in English

Memorable Teachers: Mr. Vincent Gibbs...funny, brilliant, warm and generous Mintie Glass. Compassionate and very talented.  Santa Maria

Vadala...brilliant, funny

From:      AMY SBITANY <SAMS34@AOL.COM> (1984)
Date:       Mon, 28 Apr 2003
Subject:  Update

I found out about the website while BROWSING.  Occupation: NETWORK DEVELOPMENT, Children: 4 BOYS

Memorable Incident: Me and my friend Heather skipping and going to the mall with Samir and getting caught and getting in a whole lot of trouble w/ my parents.

Since High School: Just married w/ children

Memorable Teachers: Mr. Bigonia ( I’m sure I spelled his name wrong ) but he always made us laugh and the way he chewed his gum used to kill me.  Also Mr. Cino was always so nice.

Other alums I know about: Heather Davidson moved back to England and is engaged to be married.

D. Chris Buppert - Class of 1967 <chris.buppert@ssa.gov>
Occupation: Computer Geek, Children: Kristy 21, Megan 18 Curtis Stonestreet - Class of 1979 <cstonestreet@coakleywilliams.com> I found out about the website from friends.  Occupation: Construction Project Manager, Spouse: Michelle, Children: Cody 9, kelsey 8, Connor 18 months

Stewart Cummings - Class of 1984 <c7088@att.net> Occupation: Teacher, Children: Amanda 13, Jake 10

Judith Ann Van Gundy Langdon - Class of 1966 <annelangdon@sbcglobal.net>
How I found out about the website? Started with Classmates.com and surfed from there.  Occupation: Antiques Dealer, Spouse: Harry, Children: Andrew Eaton Langdon 13 ½

Chris Tackett - Class of 1967 <ctackett@bpa.gov> How I found out about the website? My older brother John told me about it.  Occupation: Electrical Engineer, Spouse: Anne Jernberg, Children: Chad - 31, Jill - 26, Marisol - 25, Michelle - 18, Jodie - 16; Grandchildren: Tellis - 10, Kingston - 5, Maxwell - 2, Emily - 1

Tom Kreps - Class of 1966 <tkreps@nc.rr.com> How I found out about the website? I get Gail’s Girls luncheon email.

Susan Martin Read - Class of 1983 <aamartin0@comcast.net> I found out about the website from a friend.  Occupation: homemaker/mother, Spouse: richard, Children: justin 15, Memorable Incidents: skipping school!!! the roudy my friend was a roudy she tack me to the games donna canevari, Since High School: not much !!!!  working part time and raising a family, Future Plans: to retire and travel with my hubby, Memorable Teacher: miss janet zambon she was a great teacher!!! mr nipes hewas the best

Bonnie Fry Sparks - Class of 1976 <Bonniesparks@msn.com> Occupation: software engineer

Chip Longcor - Class of 1985/Wheaton <clongcor@chicenters.org> Hey there Huskies!

Michael Williams - Class of 1970 <chowzilla2002@yahoo.com> I found out about the website from a classmate.  Occupation: lithography. Spouse: Lucy, Children: Matthew-22, Adrianne-19, Since High School: Working

Richard Eskite - Class of 1973 <reskite@pacbell.net> I found out about the website from Sue Eskite (my sister).  Webpage - http://www.eskite.com (commercial and advertising photography), Occupation: Photographer, Spouse: Juliann Harvey Eskite, Children: No kids, 2 dogs, Memorable Teachers: Bob Clarke, Vincent Gibbs, Bob Pine, Mr. Travers

Thomas Andrew Harris - Class of 1977 <tom.harris@asml.com> I found out about the website from friends.  Occupation: Marketing Management, Spouse: Caroline

Martha Pratt Gisriel - Class of 1974 <margisriel@yahoo.com> I found out about the website from my sister, Deb (1975).  Occupation: Human Resource Coordinator, Spouse: Austin, Children: Rebecca Leigh 15, Sarah Elizabeth 11 (she is actually 11 years old today!)

Carol Fryer Brown - Class of 1967 <cbrown0108@aol.com> Occupation: decorative painter/make-up artist, Children: Cory Brown 28, Keith Brown 23, Kevin Brown 21; Future Plans: Building my new career—Consultant with Southern Living at Home representing the magazine’s products and teaching decorating ideas.

Noreen Popkin Honeycutt - Class of 1978 <nhoneycutt@aol.com> Occupation: Psychotherapist, Significant Other: Frank, Children: Lauren - 21, Ryan - 19; Memorable Incidents: wrapping houses with the poms!  Since High School: Raising my kids and going to school (endlessly!) and practicing psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Other alums I know about: Cathy McCloughlin Wyne

David Norton - Class of 1983 <regnar120@cs.com> I found out about the website through a search engine.  Occupation: Electrician, Spouse: Christine, Children: Matthew Lyons - stepson – age 18, Jack Norton - son - age 6

Linda Kefauver Watson - Class of 1967 <nursewoman18@hotmail.com> I found out about the website from my sister.  Occupation: nurse, Spouse: Richard, Children: Richard (31), Robby (29), Grandchildren: Joseph (4), Mathew (4)

Tom Green - Class of 1982 <tomasgreen@starpower.net> I found out about the website from friends.  Occupation: Computer engineer, Spouse: Therese Eaton

Bill Osmond - Class of 1970 <william.a.osmond@boeing.com> Occupation: Instructional designer Spouse: Patty, Children: James 32, Kevin 28; Grandchildren: Jamie 15 months

Donna Brown Glass - Class of 1966 <ecarter236@aol.com> I found out about the website from my sister.  Occupation: Retired, Spouse: Fred, Children: Patricia Toler 37, Rebecca Donnelly 37, Jeannie Rhodes 30, Russ Retallick 28; Grandchildren: Stephanie Clements, Larry Jacobs Jr., Timothy Jacobs, William Clements, Katlin Jump, Ashley Rhodes, Samatha Glass, Laura Glass

Doris Purdum - Class of 1983 <no e-mail address submitted> Spouse: Matt Azcuy, Children: Liana age 4, Nino age 8

Doreen Parker Hart - Class of 1976 <doreenhart@ewinghines.com> Memorable Teachers: Mr Boyd—always practicing his golf swing! Mr Clarke—his European history classes and antics!

DURWIN CARTER - Class of 1983 <no e-mail address submitted> Occupation: ASSISTANT SERVICE MANAGER, Spouse: MAUREEN, Children: PERRIN 15, DUSTIN 12, JORDAN 10, SEARRA 8

TOM SRAGNER - Class of 1978 <tsragner@dynalectric-balt.com> Spouse: RUTH, Children: ANN - AGE 9

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