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Title: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on January 19, 2010, 03:28:17 pm: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 AT 12 NOON

Maxwell Silverman's Toolhouse Restaurant
http://www.maxwellmaxine.com/

Brunch details (including cost, as of today... no known cost increase occurring to my knowledge)
http://www.maxwellmaxine.com/brunch.html

Ok, who's in? Anyone traveling to New England during that timeframe? care to join the "Apple Dumplin Gang Brunch"?

...and BTW, folks... Gil, my fave "Brazilian Nut" told me... regardless of head count (last time was 31... will we break the record AGAIN for attendees?), he WILL make the dumplins! Whatta guy! :)

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: epc1970 on January 19, 2010, 04:49:58 pm: I'm in Phyl! Can't wait- especially for those famous dumplings! Thaqnk you for putting this event together.
Erin
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Jim Scott on January 19, 2010, 04:50:31 pm: Phyl ~

Count us in.....Jim & Tina (Scott). Our day for April 18th is now officially booked.

Jim
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: NancyMc on January 19, 2010, 05:40:52 pm: Nancy McDonald and Dave Nugent
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: LisaP on January 19, 2010, 06:24:28 pm: I am I am, count me in and hopefully Lynn from Peru, who is having surgery this Friday will be up to coming too. Lynn will be at Mass General with Dr. McKenna

Jane are you and Andy in?

P.S. Still waiting to hear from Melanie about that support group to get started, sent all the paper work in already!!!!!

LisaP ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: epc1970 on January 19, 2010, 06:27:22 pm: Lisa
I was thinking that Lynn should come...I was going to PM her to make sure she does not miss this event. Looks like you have it under control!
Erin
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Keri on January 19, 2010, 09:44:16 pm: aww..i wish i could go! i had a great time last year, even though i live kind of far away. i wish my hubby could run boston again and i could come up again!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on January 20, 2010, 07:16:59 am: :)

Figured I'd give everyone enough advanced notice.... including to JOEF!!!!!!!! Are you going fishin' again? ;)

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP

(possibles)
Peru Lynn

Keri, will have a dumplin for you in spirit.. I'm also sorry you can't join.

(Lisa, btw, stay on Melanie for the support group update... and tell her I say "hey!" :) )
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: elliemae on January 22, 2010, 02:39:42 pm: Count me in, Phyl.

Elaine
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on January 22, 2010, 09:26:44 pm: got it Elaine! :)

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine

(possibles)
Peru Lynn
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: MLB57 on January 23, 2010, 02:13:50 pm: ;D Hi Phyl and everyone!!

Yep, I've marked my calendar for April 18--hope to have my latest MRI results and hopefully good news to share again!!

Best always,

Mary (aka Grammy Mary)... 8)
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: epc1970 on January 23, 2010, 03:17:42 pm: Hi Phyl
Can you add my mom to the list? She would like to come! Thanks!
Erin
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: krbonner on January 23, 2010, 10:16:35 pm: I've got it on my calendar, too!

Katie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: SML on January 24, 2010, 09:02:11 pm: Rich and I plan on being there and weâ€™re looking forward to seeing everyone again!

Scarlett
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on January 25, 2010, 10:00:00 am: noted all! :)

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie (is Audrey coming?)
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)

(possibles)
Peru Lynn
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: jcinma on January 25, 2010, 10:45:41 am: I will be there!! Not sure about Andy tho, will let you know.

LisaP, I will be in touch with you about pick up time.

Will be boring everyone with pics of my wonderful granddaughter Lena.

If anyone form the Springfield, MA area that would like to jump on board, I have plenty of room in my car.

As always looking forward to seeing everyone and again thanks to our very special Phyl for orchestrating this once again!!

Jane
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: yoga52smh on January 25, 2010, 07:23:25 pm: I second that emotion Jane, Thank you Phyl for organizing our brunch! I plan on being there. My daughter, Natalie is getting married on Sat, April 24th. I can't wait for both. See you soon.

Sue
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 20
Post by: Kaybo on January 25, 2010, 07:35:05 pm: man, i gotta get up there & get me some dumplings, I mean, MEET EVERYBODY...

K ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Joef on January 26, 2010, 11:31:02 am: You can pencil me in of course! ....but its always hard that time of year with fishing schedules and such!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Keri on January 28, 2010, 04:28:13 pm: kay, fly into DC, and we'll drive up together!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: EJTampa on January 29, 2010, 11:07:11 am: Probably a coincidence, but that is at the end of my daughters spring break week and I have already been approved for leave that week. Of course, Sunday would be our travel day back. I am going to check with the wife and see if she wouldn't mind me staying an extra day so I can attend the brunch! Get back to you soon...

Ernie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on January 29, 2010, 02:35:08 pm: Ok, got it updated... and um, Ernie... care to see if there is a Sox Game in town that weekend? :)

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie (is Audrey coming?)
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane (and mebbe... Andy... hope so!)
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!) ;D

(possibles)
Peru Lynn
TampaErnie? :)
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: krbonner on January 31, 2010, 09:38:15 am: Quote from: ppearl214 on January 29, 2010, 02:35:08 pm

kbonner/Katie (is Audrey coming?)

Whether or not Audrey comes will probably be a last-minute decision. She'll just have had her 1st birthday and given that she's already quite mobile (she's very efficient at crawling and cruising) she could be quite the terror! LOL! I'm still a bit gun-shy about bringing young kids to events, given past experiences.

Katie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: LisaP on January 31, 2010, 11:31:36 am: Hi Phyl,

It sounds like the list is growing, great to hear from you Jane, sorry Andy can't make it. I am hoping Lynn from Peru will be joing us, she just had surgery last week, haven't heard from her but she knows about the luncheon. Talk soon.

LisaP ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on February 01, 2010, 07:17:03 am: Quote from: krbonner on January 31, 2010, 09:38:15 am
I'm still a bit gun-shy about bringing young kids to events, given past experiences.

I got you on that one..... it's your call.... no worries :)

Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: gingerbread6 on February 02, 2010, 06:08:40 am: Hey Phyl.

Add me to the list! I'll be there. Can't wait to see everyone.

Marie

Gingerbread 6
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on February 02, 2010, 06:49:58 am: Quote from: gingerbread6 on February 02, 2010, 06:08:40 am
Hey Phyl.

Add me to the list! I'll be there. Can't wait to see everyone.

Marie

Gingerbread 6

You bet, you POSTIE! :)

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie (is Audrey coming?)
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane (and mebbe... Andy... hope so!)
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!)
gingerbread6/Marie

(possibles)
Peru Lynn
TampaErnie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Rivergirl on February 08, 2010, 07:19:28 pm: Can't believe how time flies...........thinking about April already, I love it. I will be there with my friend Donna again. Thanks Phyl for doing this.
Cindy
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Lynn Mc on February 09, 2010, 06:49:00 am: Looks good for me!!! Hopefully my hubby can come with me.

Can't wait to meet everyone.

Happy Trails,
Lynn
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on February 09, 2010, 07:24:31 am: Hey Cindi, got you both noted! :) Will be great to see you again!

Lynn! w00t!!!!!!!! Will be TERRIFIC to have you join us! Will note your spouse as a potential for headcount purposes.

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie (is Audrey coming?)
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane (and mebbe... Andy... hope so!)
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!)
gingerbread6/Marie
Rivergirl/Cindi and Donna
LynnMc/spouse?

(possibles)
TampaErnie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Debbi on February 09, 2010, 01:12:35 pm: Sounds like a party! Wish Willie and I could be there, but we'll be thinking of y'all when we get the NY/NJ gang together in May. (
Kay, I did that y'all thing for you!) ;D

Debbi
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on February 09, 2010, 07:38:34 pm: Quote from: Debbi on February 09, 2010, 01:12:35 pm
Sounds like a party! Wish Willie and I could be there, but we'll be thinking of y'all when we get the NY/NJ gang together in May. (
Kay, I did that y'all thing for you!) ;D

Debbi

Deb, oh how I wish you and Willie could join us! Would be GREAT to see you both again! Will think of ya'll while I enjoy my apple dumplin'.... and will be thinking of ya'll during your get together in May! Have a FAB time!

xo
Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on February 18, 2010, 03:51:46 pm: well, time to recheck with you all on this... current list:

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie (is Audrey coming?)
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane (and mebbe... Andy... hope so!)
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!)
gingerbread6/Marie
Rivergirl/Cindi and Donna
LynnMc/spouse?

(possibles)
TampaErnie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: lholl36233 on February 18, 2010, 04:53:57 pm: Laura will be there with her Mom Jean.

We had a marvelous time at my sister's 40th birthday party in January at Maxwell Silvermans. ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on February 18, 2010, 07:11:47 pm: Laura... thrilled that you and Mom will be coming... and tickled to hear that your sister's bday worked out! :) I would expect nothing less of Maxwell's.

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie (is Audrey coming?)
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane (and mebbe... Andy... hope so!)
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!)
gingerbread6/Marie
Rivergirl/Cindi and Donna
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean

(possibles)
TampaErnie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on February 25, 2010, 07:25:54 am: Ok, now as we approach the beginning of March, the crunch is now on for headcount as will have to let the restaurant know ... and esp give Gil a major heads up on the Apple Dumplin's headcount (want to give him as much advanced notice as possible... there are many that he said he would make for us).

So, any add'l folks to come join us?

Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: michelle d. on February 28, 2010, 06:38:11 pm: Hi :) My oldest daughter lives in Boston and runs the marathon that weekend, so I may be there, not sure yet. I would sure like to meet all of you, if I'm in town that weekend but can't give a definite answer about the dinner yet. ~michelle d.~
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: LisaP on March 01, 2010, 05:55:52 pm: Hey Phyl,

My first support group meeting is on Saturday, March 13th, is that too late to let the group know about the luncheon? I have approx. 8 people attending. Wish me luck.

LisaP ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: KMacDonald on March 03, 2010, 11:46:09 am: Hi Phyl,
Both Bob and I will be there to join you at Maxwells on the 18th. Looking forward to seeing all of you!!!
Kathy & Bob
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on March 03, 2010, 02:40:22 pm: michelle, please keep us updated if you are visiting our faire city! :) Would love to have you join us ... will note you under the "possibles" gang.

Lisa, if anyone at the meeting is interested, please note in this thread as I have to keep the headcount here, ok? :) BTW, you are going to do just FAB at the meeting! :) :) :)

Kathy, will be great to see you 2 again... and get my Bob huggles! :)

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane (and mebbe... Andy... hope so!)
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!)
gingerbread6/Marie
Rivergirl/Cindi and Donna
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob

(possibles)
TampaErnie
michelle d.
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on March 07, 2010, 06:49:21 am: almost 1 month away... I need to give the restaurant the headcount in approx. 2 wks...... who are we missing?

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane (and mebbe... Andy... hope so!)
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!)
gingerbread6/Marie
Rivergirl/Cindi and Donna
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob

(possibles)
TampaErnie
michelle d.
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: EJTampa on March 07, 2010, 11:09:15 pm: you can put EJTampa and IJTampa as yeses now :) See ya there!

Ernie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on March 09, 2010, 07:02:17 am: Quote from: EJTampa on March 07, 2010, 11:09:15 pm
you can put EJTampa and IJTampa as yeses now :) See ya there!

Ernie

HECK YA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) :) :) (BoSox attire not manditory BUT... always a great sight!)

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane (and mebbe... Andy... hope so!)
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!)
gingerbread6/Marie
Rivergirl/Cindi and Donna
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob
EJTampa/Ernie and IJTampa

(possibles)

michelle d.
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: jcinma on March 11, 2010, 08:12:24 pm: Hi Phyl,

Unfortunately Andy will not be joining us for the Brunch. Do I get to eat his dumplin'?

LisaP, I will be in touch with you a couple of days before the brunch to arrange a pick up time at the usual place.

Anyone else from the greater Springfield, MA area that would like a ride, let me know!

Jane
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on March 13, 2010, 07:16:50 am: Jane, my brunch co-hort in bloody mary crime... you ABSOLUTELY get Andy's dumplin! Tell him, please, he will be sorely missed.......

Any other takers? It's that time to lock in your seat for the brunch!

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!)
gingerbread6/Marie
Rivergirl/Cindi and Donna
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob
EJTampa/Ernie and IJTampa

(possibles)

michelle d.
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Lizard on March 15, 2010, 07:03:57 pm: Hey I'm still a newbie, but my husband and I are interested. I'm really excited to meet some local folks.
Hopefully we will be there, marked the calendar!
Liz
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: tsl on March 16, 2010, 06:58:23 am: Hi Phyl,
If it's not too late, please add me to the brunch list.
-Theresa (tsl)
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on March 16, 2010, 08:06:49 am: Liz, would be great to have you all join us. Will note you as "tentative" but will need "confirmation" as I have to give the restaurant a confirm head count. Please keep me posted. :)

Theresa, not only is it not too late, but making sure you get a seat as close to the dessert table as possible! :) Hit me later! xoxoox

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!)
gingerbread6/Marie
Rivergirl/Cindi and Donna
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob
EJTampa/Ernie and IJTampa
tsl/Theresa

(possibles)

michelle d.
Lizard/Liz and husband
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: tsl on March 16, 2010, 09:57:58 am: Having a seat closest to the dessert table! My dream has come true!!! Looking forward to seeing everyone.--Theresa
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: LisaP on March 18, 2010, 05:32:16 pm: Hi Phyl,

Please add Julie Maxwell and her husband to the luncheon list. She was at my support group.

Thanks

LisaP ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on March 19, 2010, 05:28:04 am: Got it Lisa... and again, congrats for such a terrific turnout/outcome to your new ANA support group! :) Well done!

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF (not in pencil but in INK!)
gingerbread6/Marie
Rivergirl/Cindi and Donna
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob
EJTampa/Ernie and IJTampa
tsl/Theresa
JulieAnne Maxwell (any relation to the restaurant? :) )/husband

(possibles)

michelle d.
Lizard/Liz and husband
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: LisaP on March 20, 2010, 04:49:15 pm: Wow,

What a great turn out we are going to have!

Thanks for adding on Julie Anne and her hubby to the luncheon.

LisaP ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Rivergirl on March 20, 2010, 07:46:59 pm: To my fellow NE ANA'ers, I won't be making the April 18th brunch and I am so sorry. I was just invited to a close co-workers baby shower and it would be awkward not to be there (she is our secretary), I cannot believe the only Sunday that I have something else to do..........such a dilemma ......I will miss you all very much, I do love these get togethers. I do have my yearly MRI and Dr. McKenna follow up on April 12th, I will keep you posted.
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Joef on March 21, 2010, 08:14:37 am: Phyll .. its looking like you can put me in the guest list in INK ! as we are not going fishing this spring... ( maybe a summer trip) which opens up the bunch date !
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on March 22, 2010, 05:50:50 am: rivergirl, truly sorry you and Donna won't be making the brunch.... won't be the same without you! :'(

Joe.... IN INK! w00t! :)

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF
gingerbread6/Marie
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob
EJTampa/Ernie and IJTampa
tsl/Theresa
JulieAnne Maxwell (any relation to the restaurant? )/husband

(possibles)

michelle d.
Lizard/Liz and husband
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Crazycat on March 22, 2010, 03:38:08 pm: Can I come?
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 20
Post by: joebloggs on March 22, 2010, 05:07:22 pm: I'm so jealous!!! Having said that I went and had a massive scone with loads of clotted cream in Cambridge on Sunday and none of you were there so ha! I want some dumplings though. mmm. Have fun people!!!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 20
Post by: ppearl214 on March 23, 2010, 01:51:23 pm: Quote from: joebloggs on March 22, 2010, 05:07:22 pm
I'm so jealous!!! Having said that I went and had a massive scone with loads of clotted cream in Cambridge on Sunday and none of you were there so ha! I want some dumplings though. mmm. Have fun people!!!

J-E-A-L-O-U-S!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Don't tell me bloke... he'll be homesick!!!!! will have dumplin in your honour, jo! :-*

Paul.... do you want to join us? :)

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF
gingerbread6/Marie
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob
EJTampa/Ernie and IJTampa
tsl/Theresa
JulieAnne Maxwell (any relation to the restaurant? )/husband

(possibles)

michelle d.
Lizard/Liz and husband
crazykat-rocker-dood/Paul
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Crazycat on March 24, 2010, 12:42:34 am: Yes I do! I'm clear on that weekend!

The Bloke is going too? Cool!!

Barnes & Noble? Like the old days?
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: EJTampa on March 28, 2010, 02:12:16 pm: Looks like Isabel will not be able to go. Our daughter has a choir competition that week in DeLand Florida. I will still be attending. Pretty cool that Tampa Bay Rays are in town that weekend :).

Ernie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: NancyMc on March 28, 2010, 06:06:18 pm: Quote from: joebloggs on March 22, 2010, 05:07:22 pm
I'm so jealous!!! Having said that I went and had a massive scone with loads of clotted cream in Cambridge on Sunday and none of you were there so ha! I want some dumplings though. mmm. Have fun people!!!

You mean our pub crawl wasn't enough? I know, I had a cold and Dave had an aneurysm and lemon-sized clot, so we retired after two pubs, but I thought it was pretty cool to meet you.
I could just eat clotted cream without the scone. Where's my spoon?
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on March 29, 2010, 05:32:15 am: Paul, B&N at 11am is fine.... as it stands now, yes, bloke coming too!

Ernie, so sorry to hear Isabel can't come but will be thrilled to FINALLY meet you! Geesh, Rays in town during your visit? So, since you will be on Sox turf, who you cheering on, eh? ;)

I also got word that hevreh may be joining again (sans wife). Jane, I understand that you spoke to him.... he'll keep me updated.

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF
gingerbread6/Marie
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob
EJTampa/Ernie
tsl/Theresa
JulieAnne Maxwell (any relation to the restaurant? )/husband
crazykat-rocker-dood/Paul

(possibles)

michelle d.
Lizard/Liz and husband
hevreh
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Crazycat on March 29, 2010, 04:22:35 pm: I'll be there Phyl!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on March 30, 2010, 05:41:46 am: Quote from: Crazycat on March 29, 2010, 04:22:35 pm
I'll be there Phyl!

see ya there

Ok, folks...... 3 wks until brunch.... anyone else want in? anyone coming to town? If so, please bring water wings.... we're still swimming and fishing in our basement.....

Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Lizard on March 30, 2010, 05:00:19 pm: I'm 99% sure my husband(kevin) and I will be there. I can't wait to meet everyone!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: michelle d. on March 30, 2010, 07:34:17 pm: oh yeah! ..it looks like i`ll be able to come to the april 18th brunch!! please, if it`s not too late, ? count us in! (my husband brad will be coming with me) so excited! :) -michelle d.
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: krbonner on April 02, 2010, 06:03:49 am: I still haven't completely decided what to do about Audrey. It'd be less work for me if I don't bring her, and I'd have more trouble talking to people if she's there, but she's also a lot of fun. ;D

What's the consensus about bringing an active 1 year old? Too noisy? Entertaining side show? Hmmmm....

(I promise not to be hurt if anyone wants me to leave her home.)

Katie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Jim Scott on April 02, 2010, 01:13:47 pm: Quote from: krbonner on April 02, 2010, 06:03:49 am
What's the consensus about bringing an active 1 year old? Too noisy? Entertaining side show? Hmmmm....
(I promise not to be hurt if anyone wants me to leave her home.)

Katie ~

I'll take you at your word and offer my opinion that you not bring an 'active 1-year-old' to the brunch. I'm sure Audrey is a delightful child that many of us would enjoy seeing but the crush of dozens of strangers in an unfamiliar setting might upset her. I'm sure you'll get more out of the few hours we'll have (as a group) if you don't have the responsibility of caring for your daughter during that time, which, as you know, goes by quickly. Just one opinion - which is not even close to being a consensus.

Jim
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 03, 2010, 06:04:44 am: Ok, Liz... noted :)
Michelle... noted as well :)

Katie, I trust your judgement........ :) :-*

DEADLINE FOR RSVP! FRIDAY, APRIL 9

I have to travel for work week of April 12 and will need to give the restaurant final headcount by Friday, April 9. One and all, please final confirm! Can't wait to see everyone!

Phyl

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF
gingerbread6/Marie
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob
EJTampa/Ernie
tsl/Theresa
JulieAnne Maxwell (any relation to the restaurant? )/husband
crazykat-rocker-dood/Paul
Lizard/Liz and husband Kevin
michelle d./husband Brad

(possibles)
hevreh
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: krbonner on April 03, 2010, 06:25:35 am: Quote from: Jim Scott on April 02, 2010, 01:13:47 pm
Katie ~

I'll take you at your word and offer my opinion that you not bring an 'active 1-year-old' to the brunch. I'm sure Audrey is a delightful child that many of us would enjoy seeing but the crush of dozens of strangers in an unfamiliar setting might upset her. I'm sure you'll get more out of the few hours we'll have (as a group) if you don't have the responsibility of caring for your daughter during that time, which, as you know, goes by quickly. Just one opinion - which is not even close to being a consensus.

Jim

Thank you for taking me at my word! ;D I'm not in the least bit upset. And I think I agree with you - if she came, I'd be spending all my time managing her (since I'm not one to let my young kids be unsupervised) and be unable to talk to people. So, everyone will have to make do with photos instead. :-)

Katie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: LisaP on April 03, 2010, 12:26:54 pm: Phyl,

Wow, what a great list, can't wait to see everyone, we are growing and growing, (no joke intended). Thanks again for organizing the event again.

Jane, call me when the date gets closer. Talk soon.

LisaP ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 03, 2010, 04:21:22 pm: we had a casualty! gingerbread/marie can't join us..... :( She wants me to deliver hugglez to Jim/Tina and Erin......and will do so. My pleasure.

Lisa, you are certainly correct.... and to think, the first brunch, there was only 6-8 of us :) Glad to see so many enjoy the brunches!

DEADLINE FOR RSVP! FRIDAY, APRIL 9

I have to travel for work week of April 12 and will need to give the restaurant final headcount by Friday, April 9. One and all, please final confirm! Can't wait to see everyone!

Phyl

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
NancyMc/Dave N
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
MLB/GrammyMary
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob
EJTampa/Ernie
JulieAnne Maxwell (any relation to the restaurant? )/husband
crazykat-rocker-dood/Paul
Lizard/Liz and husband Kevin
michelle d./husband Brad

(possibles)
hevreh
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: EJTampa on April 04, 2010, 08:36:28 am: Quote from: ppearl214 on March 29, 2010, 05:32:15 am
Ernie, so sorry to hear Isabel can't come but will be thrilled to FINALLY meet you! Geesh, Rays in town during your visit? So, since you will be on Sox turf, who you cheering on, eh? ;)

Hey Phyl,

I have tickets to the Monday game (11:05). It will be a mad house that day in Boston!

Ernie

P.S. > I cheer on the Red Sox regardless of where I am!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 05, 2010, 08:10:38 pm: Quote from: EJTampa on April 04, 2010, 08:36:28 am
Hey Phyl,

I have tickets to the Monday game (11:05). It will be a mad house that day in Boston!

Ernie

P.S. > I cheer on the Red Sox regardless of where I am!

J-E-A-L-O-U-S!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Also Boston Marathon Monday, if my old age memory is correct! Yep, mad house in Kenmore Square sounds about right! :) See you in Worcester on Sunday!

Ok, anyone else? Any last minute takers before I call in headcount?

Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 08, 2010, 07:39:30 pm: Ok, official deadline!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: NancyMc on April 09, 2010, 08:39:23 am: Another one bites the dust . . .
Called back into caregiver service. Do I get points with Medicare for reducing their costs? Oh, bother, but duty calls.
Cross NancyMc and Dave off the list.
Bummer. Have a couple for us.
Maybe next time . . .
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: EJTampa on April 09, 2010, 09:10:18 am: Awww, what a bummer. I was looking forward to meeting you and Dave! :( Maybe next year.

Ernie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 09, 2010, 09:22:35 am: Nancy, I am so sorry to hear this... please give Dave my wellness wishes... as you know, there are always other brunches (have now done too many for me to keep track).

well, Ernie and gang..... I have spoken to my fave Brazilian Nut (ie: Gil, our fave chef...).. and yes.... brought back by popular demand... yep, you asked for 'em.... and we got 'em..... the tasty, gooey, infamous....

APPLE DUMPLINS! YAY!!!!!!!

(Gil about fell over when I gave him the head count.... but... he noted his love to us and is making them with a smile on his face!)

Since we had a couple of "regrets", we do have a couple of seats open if anyone else would like to join us. Please note in this thread.

See you all April 18, 12 noon in the lobby!
Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: lholl36233 on April 12, 2010, 04:13:51 pm: Phyl,

You'll love this. Since my sister and her teacher friends had such a wonderful time at her 40th birthday at Maxwell Silverman's, they are going back this Sunday because they are on school vacation.

We'll be there at the same time just with different groups.

That is funny. ;D

Looking forward to seeing everyone.

Laura
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: MLB57 on April 13, 2010, 07:12:36 pm: Hi Everyone, :(

I regretfully must pass for our up-coming brunch--my next grandson (who was due April 9) will arrive any day now and even if he is not here by this weekend I need to go to RI to help w/Matthew (who will be 2 in May)... I've been going every weekend I can to babysit for my little guy so my son and his wife can go out and enjoy the day...

I will however, be there in spirit and am happy to know you all will be having a great time!! Dumplins and all!!!

My best to everyone!! Will miss you all!!!

Mary (aka GrammyMary--and who Matthew now calls me"Mimi.") ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 20
Post by: Seal on April 14, 2010, 04:18:14 pm: Does this mean that I can show up and have Nancy's dumplings that will go to waste now????
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Lizard on April 15, 2010, 10:18:40 am: OK so this is my first brunch and I need to know something. How will I keep everyone straight? I feel like I might be overwhelmed? Any suggestions, like do we wear name tags or something?

Thanks...just feeling a bit anxious to meet y'all.

Thanks,
Liz
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: epc1970 on April 15, 2010, 10:44:02 am: Liz
If I remember correctly, we have name tags....looking forward to meeting you Liz!

Erin
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: jcinma on April 15, 2010, 03:50:34 pm: Hi Liz,

I bring name tags so please don't worry! You will enjoy the commraderie as well as the good food.

Look forward to meeting you,

Jane
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Lizard on April 15, 2010, 07:20:19 pm: Quote from: jcinma on April 15, 2010, 03:50:34 pm
Hi Liz,

I bring name tags so please don't worry! You will enjoy the commraderie as well as the good food.

Look forward to meeting you,

Jane

Thanks Jane and looking forward to meeting you as well! And these dumplins I have heard so much about!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Crazycat on April 16, 2010, 02:56:17 pm: Phyl,

I regret to inform you that I cannot make the brunch this Sunday due to vehicle problems. My van is down for the count and I will not be able to deal with repairing it until Monday.

I'm so sorry I can't make it. I'll try again next fall though.
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Rivergirl on April 17, 2010, 04:44:53 pm: I will be thinking of you all at the brunch today while I am missing it, have fun and lots of support, see you in the fall.
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: EJTampa on April 17, 2010, 05:05:09 pm: I came very close to having to cancel! My wife started getting severe pains and vomiting while attending my daughters chorus competition in De Land Florida. She left the ER after 2 hours since she hadn't even been seen and managed to drive 2 hours back to the Tampa area. Since then, she has been feeling a little better. I was very close to booking a flight back to Tampa yesterday.

See you all tomorrow!

Ernie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Rich56 on April 17, 2010, 07:13:00 pm: Hi Ernie,

We hope Isabel is okay, and feeling better.

See you tomorrow,

Rich & Scarlett
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 17, 2010, 07:32:37 pm: OH, no.... a few "regrets" that I am sorry to hear. I'm glad to hear that Ernie will be with us and hope Isabel feels better! For those that noted regrets, as you know.. there will be other brunches and you will be sorely missed (incl my rocker dood in my car... it won't be the same ride without you!). I'm sorry to hear this didn't work out for many...

Ok, let's see if I have this right now:

Attendees

Phyl/da bloke
epc1979/Erin and Mom
Jim Scott/Tina
LisaP
elliemae/elaine
kbonner/Katie
SML/Scarlett and Rich (with hugglez!)
jcinma/Jane
YogaSue (congrats! Congrats!)
JoeF
LynnMc/spouse?
lholl36233/Laura and Mom Jean
KMacDonald/Kathy and Bob
EJTampa/Ernie
JulieAnne Maxwell (any relation to the restaurant? )/husband
Lizard/Liz and husband Kevin
michelle d./husband Brad
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 17, 2010, 07:41:00 pm: Hi all

Need to do an "FYI".... from me and Jane (jcinma).

We will be collecting brunch money upon arrival to the restaurant. We have run into 1 or 2 issues in the past and appreciate everyone's understanding. We will confirm exact amts with the restaurant upon arrival. I believe the brunch is $19.95 plus tax and gratuity per person.

We truly appreciate everyone's understanding.... for those using credit cards, that is fine... will be handled accordingly.

thanks all for understanding... btw, have confirmed the dumplin's with Gil...... and we will have extras! :)

Signed,
Your apple dumplin' brunch bunch hostesses with the mostest!
Phyl and Jane
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: krbonner on April 17, 2010, 07:45:17 pm: What a smart way to handle things. Makes sense to me!

See you tomorrow.

Katie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Rich56 on April 17, 2010, 07:56:40 pm: Works for us too ;D

Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow,

Rich & Scarlett

P.S. I think tsl/Theresa was on the list also.
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 18, 2010, 06:42:14 am: Quote from: Rich56 on April 17, 2010, 07:56:40 pm
P.S. I think tsl/Theresa was on the list also.

Hi Rich

I rec'd word from Theresa that she won't be coming due to other issues.... I tried desperately to sway her decision as she is the "Queen of the Dessert Table" but, sadly, she can't join us..... :'( :'(

thanks for understanding, all, about pre-eats $ collections. Will be most helpful and appreciated.

See you all in a few hours. Drive carefully! :)

Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 20
Post by: Kaybo on April 18, 2010, 07:35:08 am: Will be thinking of you all today - have a wonderful time...and a dumpling for me!!

K ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: elliemae on April 18, 2010, 08:35:52 am: Hey, N.E. gang!
I'm sorry to say I can't join you today - a bit of a health issue came up ... :(

Hope you all have a great time - and someone eats my dumpling!!!

Elaine
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: EJTampa on April 18, 2010, 02:38:51 pm: Just wanted to pass along that I had a great time and it was awesome meeting you all today. I had to run off early as I had family coming down from New Hampshire.

Ernie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Jim Scott on April 18, 2010, 04:24:32 pm: Just returned (with Tina) from the N.E. ANA Discussion Board brunch in Worcester, Massachusetts and can attest that a good time was had by all attendees, including this one.

Met some old and new friends and had a delicious brunch, too! I'm sure photos will be posted soon. Thanks to Phyl and everyone that had a part in organizing the event. See you all in October! :)

Jim
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Lizard on April 18, 2010, 04:54:50 pm: My husband Kevin and I had a great time as well and those dumplin's were more than I ever could have imagined! It was great meeting everyone, can't wait until we do this again!! I second Jim in thanking Phyl for organizing the brunch, she's the bomb! And much thanks to Jane for the name tags...

I can't stop smiling, laughter is the best medicine ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: SML on April 18, 2010, 05:33:49 pm: Another fantastic brunch! Thank you Phyl and Jane for all you do. :-*

Rich and I were happy to see everyone again and we were thrilled to get to meet some new friends too! This is our third brunch and each time is like getting together with friends youâ€™ve known all your life. Everyone is just AWESOME!

We will be posting pictures soon.

Scarlett & Rich
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: LisaP on April 19, 2010, 05:18:01 am: Hi,

Another great Brunch, thanks to Phyl and Jane. Food of course was great along with the company of new and old friends. See everyone in Oct.

LisaP ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 19, 2010, 06:58:16 am: well, another great time had by all! MAJOR kudos to my co-hostess with the mostest, Jane! :) :-* :-* :-*

There were a few Brunch Vets that were not able to attend and please know... you were missed sorely BUT.... your apple dumplin's were appreciated! ;D

PICTURES!!!!!!!!!!!!

http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd186/ppearlbaxter/ANA%20Forum%20Brunch%204-18-10/?albumview=slideshow

I'm in a rush this am and hope this link works.... if not, post here and will try to fix.... but, as you can see, my fave Brazilian Nut, Gil, totally went out of his way on the dumplins! Dang, were they good.

Great to see the gang, all the new faces (Liz and Ernie survived! :) )

Next brunch.... Sunday, Oct 17, 12pm.

Thanks again all for coming out and enjoying! :)

Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 20
Post by: CHD63 on April 19, 2010, 07:04:47 am: Yup, it worked ..... and what a fun time you all must have had! You all look wonderful and the apple dumplin's look marvelous ..... I envy!

Clarice
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: jcinma on April 19, 2010, 07:41:45 am: Phyl you are amazing!!

The photos are terrrific. Everyone and every dumpling looks beautiful.

Thank you again and again for a wonderful gathering. We ANA'ers are a great brunch bunch!

I look forward to October.

Jane
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Lynn Mc on April 19, 2010, 07:52:35 am: Nice meeting everyone. Super bunch of great people. Thanks Phyl & Jane! Great job organizing the Brunch. Those Dumplings were way to good!!!

Happy Trails,
Lynn
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Debbi on April 19, 2010, 09:09:18 am: Oh, what a great looking bunch of people!! And, those apple dumplings look AMAZING!!

Debbi
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: yardtick on April 19, 2010, 10:36:10 am: I always enjoy viewing the pictures. Those apple dumplings look so yummy!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: MLB57 on April 20, 2010, 05:52:06 pm: :'( HI Eveyone,

What great photos of everyone--I felt like crying when I saw the gathering outside the bus---I really missed you guys and come Hell or high water I won't miss the next one--Oct 17!!! :D

However I am a Grammy again!! Dylan Jacob was born Sat April 17 at 12:45 (noonish)... 8 lbs 15 ozs, 20 1/2 inches. Has dark hair and dark grey eyes--my first grandson, Matthew has blue eyes so I'm hoping now Jacob will have brown like my son... So I was in RI all weekend with my family.. ;D

Am going into Boston tomorrow for my year and a half MRI at Mass General for 8 AM and then 10:15 to see Dr Loeffler... I checked to be sure my blood workup was faxed to Mass General last week, then Judith Romano left a message today on my home phone about the fax needed from my primary care MD.. UGH!! Too late now to get back to anyone so I'm off early tomorrow and wish me luck that this will get done tomorrow... And most importantly that my MRI looks good!! Will keep ya all posted!! ;D

Best always, Mary (aka Grammy Mary--Matthew calls me "Mimi" now.. how sweet!!)... ::)
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Julianne on April 20, 2010, 06:50:22 pm: Great pictures, Phyl. Thank you to you and Jane for organizing it. It was touching to see how close you are to the staff at the restaurant. It was great to meet everyone and exchange stories and advice. My husband and I enjoyed our first lunch with you all and will come again!
Julianne
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: leapyrtwins on April 20, 2010, 08:39:40 pm: Beautiful pictures, Phyl.

Is that the bloke in the orange shirt?

Congrats on the new grandson, Mary!

Jan

PS - any way to import those apple dumplins for the next ANA Symposium??
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 22, 2010, 06:33:02 pm: GrammyMary²!!!! (² as in 2 grandkids... "squared") :) MAJOR congrats on the new arrival!!!!!!!!!!!! You were VERY sorely missed and let us know how the appt went!

Juli, it was absolutely fantastic to meet you both! I'm sorry I didn't get to spend more time with you, but as you witnessed, I'm a fluttering butterfly, running all around during the brunches (the gang learned that last year when I was at the ANA symposium....) Looking forward to seeing you both at the next brunch.

Jan.... yep, da bloke in orange t-shirt (had just purchased that for him in San Fran...) ... apple dumplins at the next symposium? Hmmmm.... dunno if by Brazilian Nut can do that many! :)

Glad you all enjoyed!
Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: leapyrtwins on April 22, 2010, 08:31:29 pm: Well, the bloke is a right handsome man ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: LisaP on April 23, 2010, 05:15:52 am: Hi All,

The pictures are great, thanks again Phyl for organizing the event. Best picture is you with your hubby with those dumplings. Funniest picture is Kathy McDonald's husband looks scared with me stanidng next to him!!!

See you in Oct.

LisaP ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: ppearl214 on April 23, 2010, 09:15:39 am: Quote from: leapyrtwins on April 22, 2010, 08:31:29 pm
Well, the bloke is a right handsome man ;D

yeah... I know.... he'll blush when I tell him! :)

Lisa ..... thanks! FAB to have you there (as always!) and Kathy's husband, Bob, is a hoot! Gives great hugglez! :)

Phyl
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: MLB57 on April 24, 2010, 06:19:33 am: Hi Everyone!! :)

It's been a wonderful week for me!--My grandson, Matthew David, who will be two in May has a new baby brother-- Dylan Jacob was born April 17, 12:45 pm, 8 Lbs, 15 oz, 20 1/2 long--dark hair and eyes... Momma and baby and famiy are all doing fine. So now I have two beautiful, healthy granchildren!!! ;D

And I had my 1 1/2 year MRI scan April 21 at Mass General. I saw Dr Loeffler about an hour after it was taken.. He immediately showed me the 2008 scan and the new one--what a difference!! My 2008 scan showed a big white spot w/dark spot inside, but this scan showed a small dark spot! Dr Loeffler said it is looking good (as he expected) and I won't need another scan until 2 years from now.. He told me the 2008 scan tumor looked larger as it swelled up from the radiation. (I suspect in 2008 he didn't offer to show me that scan because of the swelling but he had 3 interns with him at my appointment and I actually forgot to ask to see it as he had told me everything looked fine--but this time he immediately showed me the scan without my asking).. When I had LINAC in Fall 2007 my AN had grown to approx 1 cm again (orig surgery in 2001 for 1 cm rt AN). Dr Loeffler said it now looks to be about 8mm. ;D

I wanted to share this with everyone--my good response from my radiation treatment is reason to celebrate for everyone who has had or is thinking of choosing radiation to combat their AN... So far so good. And having previous surgery that didn't get it all I am so thankful this is working...

Take care everyone, ;D

Regards, Mary (aka Grammy/Mary, who is not "Mimi" to grandson Matthew)...

PS--I have posted this under Radiation as well..
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Jim Scott on April 24, 2010, 12:43:58 pm: Mary ~

Congratulations on your newest grandson, Dylan Jacob, and your great MRI results! You're a veritable champion for post-surgery radiation treatment. :)

Jim
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: MLB57 on April 24, 2010, 02:39:01 pm: :D Thanks Jan and Jim!!!

I'm sorry I missed the brunch but my son and wife were having my grandson #2... Really looking forward to this Fall's Dumplin' gang get-together...

Yes, let's hope we all can be fortunate to experience positive results with radiation therapy!!!

Best always,

Mary (aka "Mimi") ;D
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Crazycat on April 29, 2010, 05:21:47 pm: Sorry I missed out as well.

Nice pictures and everybody looks very healthy!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Keri on May 04, 2010, 02:09:19 pm: oh, it was so nice looking at the pictures. so glad ernie could make it from FL.
i hope i can come again someday (got to get hubby to Boston qualify again)!!
i think it's great you had round, smaller tables. last year, with the larger tables, i remember talking to nancy and all i could say was, 'Huh? What?' there were quite a few of us right out of surgery last year.
phyl, about two pictures before 'you and da bloke' there's a picture with 3 people - the man and wife (he has on a white sweater) and another person. who are they? i met them last year and they were so nice, but i don't remember who they are on the forum.
also, no baby this year : ( !! i guess the baby (forgot her name) may not sleep so much like she did last year!

keri
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: leapyrtwins on May 04, 2010, 09:16:18 pm: Don't know the man in the white sweater, or his wife, but if the baby in question is Katie Bonner's, I think her name is Audrey.

Jan
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: krbonner on May 04, 2010, 09:22:33 pm: Quote from: Keri on May 04, 2010, 02:09:19 pm
oh, it was so nice looking at the pictures. so glad ernie could make it from FL.
i hope i can come again someday (got to get hubby to Boston qualify again)!!
i think it's great you had round, smaller tables. last year, with the larger tables, i remember talking to nancy and all i could say was, 'Huh? What?' there were quite a few of us right out of surgery last year.
phyl, about two pictures before 'you and da bloke' there's a picture with 3 people - the man and wife (he has on a white sweater) and another person. who are they? i met them last year and they were so nice, but i don't remember who they are on the forum.
also, no baby this year : ( !! i guess the baby (forgot her name) may not sleep so much like she did last year!

keri

I believe you're referring to Kathy and Bob (who are amazing people!). I can't remember Kathy's username offhand. The third person is Lisa (LisaP, I think).

The baby at the brunch last year was mine - Audrey was 11 days old at the time. I debated bringing her again this year, but at nearly 13 months old she's no longer content to just be held and sleep in arms. ;D I decided that I wouldn't be able to talk with anyone else if I was trying to watch over her at the same time. Here's a current photo of her:
(http://i439.photobucket.com/albums/qq114/krbonner/IMG_0386-small.jpg)

Katie
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 20
Post by: CHD63 on May 05, 2010, 08:09:13 am: Oh Katie ...... Audrey is beautiful. Thanks for putting her picture in for all of us to enjoy!

Clarice
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: leapyrtwins on May 05, 2010, 05:31:26 pm: VERY pretty baby - and cute outfit, too!

Thanks for the updated photo.

Jan
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: Lizard on May 05, 2010, 09:30:27 pm: She's absolutely adorable! Thanks for sharing and at the next brunch we have to make a point to meat eachother ;)
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 20
Post by: joebloggs on May 07, 2010, 12:44:15 pm: Everyone looks really great and those dumplings look amazing! I'm jealous!
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: wendysig on May 08, 2010, 06:27:50 pm: It looks like everyone had a great time. The apple dumplings look great and Kate -- Audrey is just adorable.

Wendy
Title: Re: ANA NE Discussion Forum Brunch -- WITH apple dumplins! Sunday, April 18, 2010
Post by: LisaP on May 10, 2010, 05:22:16 am: ok phyl,

What is the date of the next lunch so I can put it on my calendar.

Best wishes,
LisaP ;D