Ok. Rick.

Kendall, I got an invitation to attend a reception for Justice Clarence Thomas at the State Department in Washington, D. C., on August 1, 2001. It seems someone in the White House took note of my postings on the Mudcat, and sensing that I thought the Justice was qualified, decided to send the invite.

I would be delighted to have you accompany me. Should I make reservations for two? I do want you to know that you are second choice because I asked kat and she is all tied up that evening, or something.

DougR