Too many good memories and way too much fun for some one my age to be having! A few highlights from among many - Meeting Hilary (MGAS) and Richard, with souls just as beautiful as their voices. Getting to visit a bit with Rita and Bill. Listening to Claire and Hilary sing a late night duet. Making the cut into Bobert's blues band as the tamborine shaker:>) Listening to a whole slew of Jims, all of whom are gems. The Maudlin Brothers. Charlie Baum's ever beatific demeanor. Hanging out with my best Buds, Amos, LEJ, and Bobert, and my darlin' sister, Annie. And more wonderful songs and voices from every quarter than you can even imagine if you have not been to a Getaway. Regrets at not getting a chance to visit or sing with a bunch of folks. And missing too many cherished friends who could not make it this year....it was tough, making enough noise for all of you - but I managed;^)

Too many favorite things to mention....I understand Claire and I treated Tinker to a truly remarkable zzzzzz duet. If Sins (who does not snore) had been there, we could have been quite a trio. Now I know why Annie slept in the back of her SUV!

So that's just a few items from another weekend of magic and musical fellowship. I am so very, very grateful to the FSGW members who put in sooo much volunteer time to make this magic happen and thankful for your kindness is inviting us to share in the result.

Janie