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Thanksgiving Thoughts

Thanksgiving is a little over a week away and the Blogger would like to thank all of our readers for their participation and posts. Would also like to take this time of thanks and wish speedy recoveries to John McDougall and Mel Rapelyea. John took some nasty falls but thankfully is on the road to recovery with Jean at his side. Mel will start Thanksgiving week off, under the knife, as he has a shoulder repaired. Rumor has it that Mel plans to organize a softball team next Spring.

I think we all need to thank those Bettertonians who have devoted their time to volunteer activities both in B-Town and the County, as well as our City Council members and Mayor.

The blogger is off to Virginia to see parents who unfortunately are coming to the end of their days but I have to give thanks for the love and care they have given my sisters and me for so many years.

I have some suspicion that there are some B-Towners who may not have a place to go for Turkey and stuffing, so check on your neighbors and perhaps offer them a chair at your table or a dish at their door.

Speaking of sharing and giving, Ben Kohl recently surprised his amazing wife Kim with a 25th birthday gift of a trip to Vienna, where they will participate in the New Year's Waltz gala. Kim is looking for a floor length gown that won't take up much space in her luggage as they will be off to ski in the Alps the next morning. Any ideas or gowns to share? The Blogger hopes to post pictures of Kim and Ben counting 1,2,3; 1,2,3 as they glide across the floor. Who knows they may audition for "So You Think You Can Dance."

Millie Massey will be returning to the fold and staying a few days with Linda Hall, if you care to say hello.

This reminds me that Linda and Ken Warwick still have a few pieces of art that would make a great holiday gift, so give them a shout.

For those of you who asked when Chanukah is this year, its early and doesn't coincide with Christmas. It will be celebrated from the evening of Dec. 1st through the ninth.

Please share your thoughts on happenings and people that or who deserve thanks as a post below.

Volunteers Needed

Bettertonians it wasn't too long ago that there was much discussion over lack of awareness of volunteer opportunities in the Jewel, well the time has come to help out. Linda Hall has recently informed me that the BCDC needs people with a truck that can volunteer to transport the ARK to key events, such as the recent Downrigger weekend. We also need some younger volunteers who would be willing to help us establish a BCDC presence on Twitter and Facebook. There are lots more activities too that could use your help so remember that the BCDC meets on the third Thursday of every month, except on holidays. Contact Linda Hall, Judy Kohl and or Joan Zellers if you have interest. Remember that BCDC is all about improving the Jewel's appearance and fostering a positive environment.

Don't forget the speedo's and two pieces will be coming out of the closet for the last time this year at the Goose Bump Jump on Saturday the 13th at 11:00 AM. If you can't take the leap, then be there to shout the bathers on!