Julia loved waking up to the serenade of the Commandant's Own Marine band. She stood at her window and watched their rehearsal.
Amy arrived from CA and we went up to the metro to meet her. It was so great to see her again after 15 years! Can you believe high school was that long ago?! We picked up right where we left off and had so much fun catching up. Friday afternoon we met up with our friends Tommy and Bernadette for dinner. The old gang, back together again.
Saturday morning was the grand reopening of Eastern Market. It has been an icon in DC for over 100 years and it was gutted by fire 2 years ago. Saturday they were back in business. It was a fun morning. There were so many amazing vendors with jewelry, bags, artwork, dresses, hats, flowers, and anything else you can imagine. It is such an inspiring place to be surrounded by so much talent.
And how can you not smile at flowers like these?
Saturday night it was time for the retirement party. Our high school band director is retiring after 36 years. We are so blessed to be able to be a part of his special day and it was a wonderful excuse to get together again.
Here's Amy and I ready for a night on the town...
Me, Mr. Brown, and Bernadette....
Rod, and I...
The evening was a wonderful celebration of touching tributes from his colleagues, family, students, and friends. He was so surprised by the party and even more to see so many of his past students. It was a wonderful walk down memory lane in pictures, songs, and video. He has had an inspiring career that has touched the lives of so many with his integrity, work ethic, musical talent, knowledge, drive, and inspiration. His legacy was seen across the hundreds of faces in that room.
After a fun night of reminiscing, delicious food, dancing, and laughter we headed to the Silver Diner. This was our old after-football games hangout...
It was a great evening catching up, sharing memories, and hearing about everyone's adult lives. We ended up being out until the wee hours of the morning. Here's the gang:
Tommy, Amy, David, Jamie, Bernie, Rich, Kara, and me...
It was a weekend I won't ever forget. These people are such a part of me. High school was such a crazy time in our lives. We saw each other through laughter tears, challenges, growth, victories, failure, and so much fun. Those years were the most alive I have ever felt in my entire life and I cherished all the opportunities and experiences we had. It sounds corny, but thanks for the memories! I love you guys and look forward to seeing you soon. (It won't be 15 years this time!)
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