On March 3, we had an egg in a bag at the community center. A nice crowd of 92 people were served omelets that consisted of any or all of the following: ham, cheese, mushrooms, onions, green pepper, jalapenos, plus home-fried potatoes, biscuit and gravy, plus coffee and orange juice. Before the tables were called to create their omelets, grace was said by Galen Parker while everyone bowed their heads in a moment of silence. There were several helpers, and since everyone had a specific job to do, it all went very smoothly and efficiently. This was a lovely way to start the morning, and everyone had a nice time.
On March 4, Marty and I decided to visit with our cousins. Once a year we try and meet at some location that would be convenient for all. Our cousin, Helene Sheehan, came in from Hawaii to stay with her sister, Elaine Cunningham, and they met with us, Danny Redak and Laurie Kruh. We all had a lovely lunch at the Myakka River Restaurant that is located right on the water. So, being that we were on the water, we had lunch while seeing a fantastic view. We spent a lovely afternoon together, and Danny was the perfect host, while the rest of us talked and caught up on past news and reminisced of days gone by.
Then, on March 6, the Ladies Lunch Bunch got together to have lunch at Sergio’s. which is located in Zephyrhills. There were approximately 25 to 30 women who attended this luncheon that I hosted. The dining room was decorated with pictures on the wall. The menu was varied and included such dishes as sandwiches, salads and soups. There were also main dishes, such as eggplant Parmigiana, baked manicotti, lasagna, baked ravioli with meat or cheese, and several other dishes. They started off the meal with delicious rolls and butter. There was much banter going on during the meal, and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. A door prize was awarded to the person with the closest birthday to St. Patrick’s Day. The winner was Mary Wurpts. She received a drinking cup that had a cute saying on it.
By Helene Rubenstein, Grand Horizons
