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Sunday, May 15th

As we look forward to our 45th Reunion on June 3rd - 5th and the joy of sharing each other's company, we took the opportunity to remember those classmates no longer with us, yet who remain a part of us in memory and spirit.  We joined virtually to honor and celebrate their lives. Helen Kriz Marshall, our In Memoriam  Chair and Reverend Irene Monroe welcomed everyone. Kim Gilbert, Sherry Zitter and Reverend Irene then shared how different faiths and cultures remember their deceased. Laura Becker-Lewke lead us in a meditation using a labyrinth, a vehicle for reflection and meditation in many traditions.  The emotional center piece of our time together was a very moving video commemorating all 36 classmates we have lost created by Linda Coulombe Roybal and her daughter Mekenna Minor.   We also sang This Little Light of Mine to a gallery view of candlelight and we shared memories in breakout rooms. Some stayed on after the end of the formal program to continue those conversations.

In honor of Earth Day, Sherry Zitter suggested we start in own own homes when looking for ways to care for our planet by moving closer to a sustainable lifestyle. In a very collaborative session she showed us how to repurpose tired or torn textiles and create unique homemade gifts from the heart, or repair clothes to be both appealing and functional by using what you already have on hand. We were encouraged folks to watch and learn, or bring fabric scraps we enjoy, along with needle, thread, and some scissors to work on a project.