BIENVENIDOS LUNCHEON MAY 2011

It's a sunny day in May--time for the Bienvenidos' May luncheon.......................

But first, Pat conducts the May Board meeting.............................

Where most of the board members pay respectful attention to the status of the club...............

But something seems quite amiss to one board member.............

And Pat is quite excited about it......................

But what it was that caused such consternation is lost in the fog of the photographer's mind--or was just caused by some inopportune camera angles..............

But, Pat gets right on track and concludes the board meeting and proceeds to the luncheon and general membership meeting..............

Where Alice was in attendance..................

As was Miss Donna........................

The General Meeting begins with a prayer.................

Ladies and gents who dine.......................

One of our very informative speakers.....................

Our other very informative speaker.........................

An appreciative club thanks our caterers..................

AND A GREAT TIME WAS HAD BY ALL!

A HAPPY RETIREMENT ON A SUNNY DAY--MAY 2010

Dwight presents Paula with one of many,many gifts presented to her in honor of her many years service to the Legislative Council........

The crowd that showed up to say goodbye was truly enormous......................

Some already retired folks, like Steve, showed up to celebrate with Paula....................

The tables were decorated in festive colors......................

And the whole party had a Fiesta feeling..................

Even the camera shy Miss Anna was caught on film--okay, CROPPED out of a bigger picture....................

Dwight started the ceremony with words of high praise for his wonderful boss.....................

And presentation of a collage of materials of special significance to Paula.................

And an explanation of how each article represented different improvements Paula directed in the Roundhouse.........................

Paula has some heartfelt words to share on this momentous occasion.................

It is obvious what high esteem her co-workers feel for Paula.............................

Paula also had remembrances to share with those who will remain after she departs...............

Paula has dedicated a large portion of her life to this job and the State Capitol, and it is obvious that she will miss the place and her co-workers..........................

Raul will be taking over her job..............

And this little monkey has a special significance to someone else for whom Paula wishes future success on the job. (These photos were taken over a year ago, so I have forgotten who the monkey was for and what it signified. With the passing of a year since these photos, I am happy to say that retirement has been wonderful for Paula, and even though she is still missed, she is enjoying having time for herself.)

So, a hug for luck and wishes for every happiness in your retirement.......................

CELEBRATE! And enjoy all the best in LIFE, PART II!!

"I don't think I'll ever be able to retire--I'll just work till I die.................."

Cheers to you, Paula! (And to you too, Dwightie! Someday you TOO will retire......................)