It is starting to look more like the Avalon we know and love every day. Most of the regulars have arrived and all of the activities are starting to have a following. Thursday night Music has resumed and we had a terrific time with lots of pickin' & a grinnin". We rang in the New Year with "Kenny K" who entertained us with his singing and music stylings on the keyboard, guitar and sax. We had many compliments about the great party and we are happy to say that he has agreed to provide the entertainment for us for next New Year's Eve as well.
I have heard from Geoff and Linda Hixson (Fourth St). Linda has one more specialist appointment and then they are hoping to get things arranged so they can come down for at least part of the season. They will know better in a week or two. It will be nice to see Linda relaxing by the pool and Geoff being...well...Geoff!
I received an e-mail from Evan and Neva who used to own a place on Fourth St. They have been in contact with Art and Joyce Akrill of Fourth St. Joyce has had surgery and is undergoing by-weekly treatments so they will not be returning to Avalon until the fall. I'm sure that we will all keep them in our prayers as we look forward to a full recovery for Joyce and a great reunion next season.
Ed and I are back in Canada for a few weeks. Our granddaughter Erin has been ill and we want to be home to help her as she recovers. While we are gone we hope everyone continues to have a great time and enjoy the beautiful Florida sunshine. We have had a few cold spells, but so far it still has been nicer than last year (although that was one year that won't be hard to beat weather-wise) Trust me, a cold January day in Florida is still better than a warm January day in Canada - it just costs a little more, that's all!
I look forward to hearing great things about the January 21st "Hollywood Dance" with Donna and Lenny. Although costumes are optional I'm sure there will be a few "stars" that come out to Avalon to join in the fun.
Hope to see you all at the pool soon!
