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Summer Solstice Party 2000

Despite being held on Father's Day and in the midst of the worst summer rainstorms of recent memory, the party was well-attended. There were a couple of new faces and several familiar ones. True to Murphy's Law, the skies opened up in the middle of the party, so we didn't have a chance to take advantage of the pool. We did, however, have lots of good food and great company.

As always, you're invited to the next party, which we'll announce on the main page. Don't be a stranger!

Here's a great shot of Dick Hogan's infamous party barn. Yes, it is as cool as it looks!

Apparently the barn flooded out two days before, but Dick got it cleaned up by the time we arrived. Once again, big kudos to Mr. Hogan for his hospitality!

The foosball machine was largely abandoned this time around in favor of bar-shuffleboard. Newcomer Alex and frequent-attendee Linda shared the honor of shuffleboard champion of the universe.

Shelly was eager to learn how to use the grill and deep-fryer, so she spent a lot of time flipping burgers for the party-goers.
While the burgers were great, Dick had to keep reminding Shelly to tend to the fries. Her future in fast-food doesn't appear bright.

Here's Ginny, Randy, and the resident cat taking it easy. Yes, that is a big margarita machine in the background. Hopefully we'll soon get enough folks to warrant firing it up!

Speaking of the cat, one of the more memorable moments of the party was when the neighbor's tiny dog wandered into the barn. Turns out the cat is the territorial sort, and he attacked the dog. We eventually got things worked out and returned the dog to the neighbors.

You want cheese on that?

Remember, when you see the concrete hippo, you're in the right place!

Hope to see you for the next party!