Anniversary Weekend, Saturday's Party

Doug and Matt took charge of planning the reception on Saturday, Aug. 2, for our 40th anniversary. It took place at the Alumni House, built in 1922, at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Norm and I weren't allowed to set foot inside during the two hours that they set up, with the help of cousins Mike and Debi, friend Judy and Karen and Gary. So this is the sight that greeted us.

I still have a little pride that I made my own wedding dress back in 1968 so it was part of the display. But stealing the show were the collage frames Doug made of our past and present.








Along with the photos were other items such as the White Album by the Beatles, also released in 1968. We brought CDs of '60s music to be played throughout the afternoon as well.

The dining room was decorated with white table cloths, white hydrangeas, and yellow and white tealight candles in tiny goblets. It was a stunning view and much more elegant than our original wedding reception!

Finger foods were catered by Cuisine D'Art and desserts by Cose Dolci. The sunroom made a perfect spot for the buffet table and beverages.I have lots of photos of people gathered around the tables and eating and visiting, but I'll post all of them on Kodak Gallery as soon as I can write captions and upload them. Look for a link soon.


Doug as MC recounted some of our history and led the assembled guests in wishing us 40 more years!

We then took the floor and briefly introduced everyone there, so that connections could be made based on geography, history, and experience. It worked!




















Cousins Mike and Debi look remarkably rested after spending most of the afternoon setting up and cleaning up. Having my family here meant a lot to me.

Here we are with two very special guys who came all the way from Florida to make our celebration possible. Thank you both!


40 years ago, Nancy and John were the witnesses to our marriage. That they were able to come all the way from Western Kansas made our day, week, maybe even year!


All too soon, the party was over! Judy F, at left, came the farthest distance, from Boulder. We also relived some moments from our college days. The alumni center was perfect for the party, everyone agreed. The taste of the organizers was impeccable, and the experience unforgettable. More photos will appear in other places, on free web sites if you want to view more. Thanks to John, Judy, and Doug for sharing photos with me.