Well, it was just grand, thanks. As always. I've been to a lot of Getaways, and sometimes the weather or the facilities or something else is less than perfect, but we ALWAYS have a fine time.

To me, the music doesn't really become secondary -- after all, it's what brings us together in the first place -- but the people become equally important. Some of my dearest friends are people I see one weekend a year. It really is a musical extended family.

Sorry folks had so many car problems. Like Willie-O, I feel almost guilty. My only problem was that Ken and I took so long saying goodbye and hugging everyone (though Kendall snuck out before I could catch him -- watch out next time, Kendall...), that Ken missed his train and had to wait an hour for the next one.

Wish I'd had more of a chance to talk to Morticia. Well, maybe next time. You WILL come back, won't you, Morty?

As for those dreams of having an audience sing along, you've come to the right place. I was remarking to someone after the Sunday concert that FSGW is well-known for singing along. "Ma Schneyer used to beat us," said Dick Rodgers. And it's true, you know. We learned from the best.

Of course it was extra special for me this year because both Ken and Dan were there. "Some kids turn out good no matter what you do to 'em," said Kendall.

Thanks for the pix, Max! When are we gonna get yours, Bill?

By the way, notice that fancy sweatshirt Rick's wearing, with the classy LFPS logo? Too bad there's no picture of the back, where it was spelled out: "Lane, Fielding, Patterson and Swan, Layabouts for Hire."

I managed somehow not to get a copy of Jed's CD, which I hear good things about. Can I get it from you, Jed, or from Camsco?

Special good thoughts for Lisa Sailer, 11, who spent most of the Getaway weekend in the hospital, after suffering a nasty broken arm in a playground fall. Mend quickly, Lisa!

Two of the people I missed most last year were back this time -- Dave Diamond and Dwayne Thorpe. What a pair!

I could babble on forever, but it's getting late. Love you all!

Nancy