Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Mark & Andy

Hey Mark and Andy, 

On September 14, I'm going to be in Eugene for our quarterly Hooty Brothers Sunday liquid lunch.  

Are you guys around that weekend?  Interested in getting together for a beer and/or a bite on  Saturday evening, and a possible overnight guest?

On a related matter, whether that weekend works or not, would you guys be interested in coming up here for a weekend, and letting me show you some local brewpubs, or just hanging out here for food, drink, and maybe some football?

Love, 
Michael


Friday, August 22, 2025

David and Dave & Carolyn

Bon Jour!  

David, I'd like you to meet Carolyn and David.  

Carolyn and David are planning to be in Toulouse next month - a city they've visited before, and love.  I've mentioned you to them before when they were on their way to Toulouse, so Carolyn asked for an introduction.  I am beyond pleased to share acquaintance between us all, and to introduce you to one another.  

I'm cautious about 'over-introducing' people to one another, so I'll keep this minimal.  All three of you are interesting, kind, intelligent people, with good hearts, and lots of excellent stories to share.  Life has taken you to homes as varied as Indiana and Colorado to Vancouver Canada, Malaysia, and Lawd knows how many more (your stories to share, not mine).  I learn something new every time I speak with any of you ... and usually find us sharing laughter with each lesson.  

I hope you will reach out to one another, to see if connecting up next month will work.  My only regret is that I can't share the occasion.  I'll be somewhat homebound for a few months yet, as I break in my new replacement left ankle - but look forward to seeing each of you soon.  

Love, 
Michael