Author Topic: ANA Discussion Forum Apple Dumplin Gang brunch Oct 25, 2009 in Worcester MA  (Read 34113 times)

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Re: ANA Discussion Forum Apple Dumplin Gang brunch Oct 25, 2009 in Worcester MA
« Reply #135 on: November 07, 2009, 02:13:21 pm »
Rich ~

Thanks for the excellent photos taken at the ANA Northeast Discussion Group brunch last month!  They capture the spirit and camaraderie that was present as well as giving folks who couldn't be there a glimpse of how it looked and a chance to view a few of us 'in action'.  Of course, my 'action' mainly consisted of talking and eating but I did get to meet quite a few folks, including you and Scarlett.  I think I would have needed all day to talk with everyone but Tina got to visit with a few folks and they apparently found her company to be quite pleasant,  just as I do.  ;)  Thanks again for recording the event in photos and taking the time to post them here. 

Jim

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Re: ANA Discussion Forum Apple Dumplin Gang brunch Oct 25, 2009 in Worcester MA
« Reply #136 on: November 07, 2009, 04:37:30 pm »
I must say that this is a great looking group of people!  I may have to make a special trip to Boston for the next one!

Debbi
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Re: ANA Discussion Forum Apple Dumplin Gang brunch Oct 25, 2009 in Worcester MA
« Reply #137 on: November 07, 2009, 11:11:08 pm »
Thanks everyone, you can’t have enough photos ;D ;D

Phyl, I loved your photos too.  The hugglez were every where ;)

Jim, I could not agree more.  The sharing of support and information was so warming, it couldn’t help but come through in the photos.  It’s no wonder the Apple Dumplin’ Gang keeps growing.

See you all in April 8)

Rich & Scarlett
SML (Scarlett's) other half, she had - 1.5 cm x 2.5 cm Cystic AN - Right side
Retrosigmoid on 3/18/09 at MGH in Boston, MA. Dr. Barker & Dr. Lee of MGH/MEEI
no facial issues, SSD right side, balance issues to work on.
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Re: ANA Discussion Forum Apple Dumplin Gang brunch Oct 25, 2009 in Worcester MA
« Reply #138 on: November 09, 2009, 06:57:12 am »
Hey Phyl, you are my type of gal....you get around  ::)

yeah, well kinda ;)  :-*

Rich, you can be official Apple Dumplin' Brunch Paparazzi at the next  one... whatta thunk? ;)  (possible new sig line? ;) )
Phyl
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Re: ANA Discussion Forum Apple Dumplin Gang brunch Oct 25, 2009 in Worcester MA
« Reply #139 on: November 09, 2009, 06:42:33 pm »
Hi Rich,

Just saw the pictures, thanks for sharing, see every one in April.

Lisa ;D
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Re: ANA Discussion Forum Apple Dumplin Gang brunch Oct 25, 2009 in Worcester MA
« Reply #140 on: November 11, 2009, 08:25:14 pm »
I finally got a chance to look through the pictures and man, does it look like everyone had a good time!  I've got the April date on my calendar and I can't imagine anything could keep me away!

Katie
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Re: ANA Discussion Forum Apple Dumplin Gang brunch Oct 25, 2009 in Worcester MA
« Reply #141 on: November 19, 2009, 12:11:15 pm »
As a result of this wonderful brunch, my mother wants to have my sister's 40th birthday party at Maxwell Silvermans.  Don't you love it?
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Re: ANA Discussion Forum Apple Dumplin Gang brunch Oct 25, 2009 in Worcester MA
« Reply #142 on: November 19, 2009, 01:46:22 pm »
As a result of this wonderful brunch, my mother wants to have my sister's 40th birthday party at Maxwell Silvermans.  Don't you love it?

Yes!  I hope she can do it - and ensure your sister a memorable 40th birthday bash.

Jim
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Re: ANA Discussion Forum Apple Dumplin Gang brunch Oct 25, 2009 in Worcester MA
« Reply #143 on: November 19, 2009, 03:42:54 pm »
As a result of this wonderful brunch, my mother wants to have my sister's 40th birthday party at Maxwell Silvermans.  Don't you love it?

Yes... I do.. and I'm sure our host Bill and our fave chef Gil (my Brazilian Nut!) will appreciate as well!  Have a terrific time!

(My 40th... on a cruise ship, middle of the Atlantic..... don't remember a thang! ;) )
Phyl
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