Okay--here's a link to all the anniversary photos. I know it's not as exciting as pictures of Clay...but these really turned out well. This photographer can make even an old lady like me look good!

http://photo2.walgreens.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=676903002/a=3143306_3143306/otsc=SHR/otsi=SALBlink/COBRAND_NAME=walgreens/

cha cha--that youtube video was just too funny--loved it--thanks for bringing it over.

Mary, thanks for shaing the pictures. It looks like you two had a lot of fun taking them. There is such a sweetness between couples who have weathered the storms and still enjoy each others company. You are one of the blessed.

did everyone have to sign up for an account with Walgren's to see Mary's pictures?

Cha Cha, I already had a Walgreen't account but I did have to log in to see them.

Hi all... sounds like many Broads are seeing Sir Paul..sorry I won't be there.........been a very expensive month!

By the way Oscar and Emmy are well suited names...Emmy is a TV fan already......she loves America's Got Talent... and commercials...see below! Now I just have to get Oscar interested in the movies!








PS...........HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOANIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!




Lots of big birthday's for our girls this month.....pay attention!!!!

Patti - OMG, that is so cute, seems you named Emmy correctly, she appears to be transfixed on the TV, but it's going to be tough taking Oscar into the movie theatre - LOL!!

Someday (when I retire or am unvoluntarily forced to collect umemployment) maybe I'll start a Birthday calendar, but Patti is right, we have quite a few PA Broads celebrating this month - so for any that have been missed so far and for those coming up (someone please prompt me) there will be more to come . . .

Miss you all and may Clay announce something soon!!!!!!!!!!

did y'all know Paul was on Letterman a couple of days ago?

(same night I was seeing the new Harry Potter Movie!)

He did a ROOF TOP CONCERT on the Ed Sullivan Theatre!!!

It's on youtube.......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmot7SvBH_M

so's the interview...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTNHD7lDX2U

I watched it live. I've been to the Letterman Show taping and came away with an intense dislike of David Letterman. He was rude and egotistical when the camera wasn't on him. Therefore, I was thrilled when the first thing Sir Paul said to him when asked by Letterman why he has never been on the show before was that he "didn't like the show."

Now, I'm sure that was a joke..everyone laughed....however he never did say "just kidding" or anything of that nature. It made my night. I loved the interview and the mini concert was great.

It's a good thing we are finding other interests to keep us amused because Clay Aiken sure is giving us NOTHING. I worry that he doesn't seem to be trying to keep his fandom intact. The more he lets people drift away the harder it will be to rein them back in.

MgmPat I've been fighting those very thoughts about Clay. I keep trying to tell myself that other artists take long hiatuses--maybe even much longer than this but it still makes me wonder. At least in those cases you kind of knew they were not in career flux.In the interim, I have become a huge Jason Mraz fan. We are going to see him later this month. That doesn't take away from my Claylove though. It actually makes me miss Clay more. I want to see HIM on that stage. sigh.....

Patti Good luck with your kitties! They are adorable!

annie Belated Happy Birthday! and anyone else I've missed! haven't been around much!

Cookie is still looking for another 14 people to make this a reality -

"CLAY FAN FEST"

MAY 22ND & 23RD, 2010

YORKTOWNE HOTEL
East Market St
York, PA 17401
A fan-organized event.
Would you like an opportunity to "meet up" with friends you have not seen for awhile or have never had an opportunity to meet? This party is solely for that purpose..hope you can join us in "2010".

Schedule of Events:

Saturday AM-A "Welcome to York" historic walking tour ending at one of the nations oldest Farmers Markets...a fun place to browse and enjoy a great lunch!

Saturday 3:30-5:30 PM-The Fan Party with lots of fun and surprises.

Saturday 6:30 PM-A fully plated dinner with your choice of two entrees, and a "Wine Pour".

Saturday 8:30PM-Announcements, introductions, and winner announcements.

Sunday AM-A "Goodbye Breakfast" with your choice of two specialty offerings.

We are hoping this minimally structured schedule will allow plenty of time for
fellowship with old friends and will also offer an opportunity to make many new ones!

This event is NOT a BAF fund raiser however all proceeds will be donated to the Foundation.

The cost to attend this two day event is $75.00

This event is limited to the first 95 reservations.

A deposit of $20.00 is required to make your reservation and is due by August 31st, 2009. The balance of $55 will be due the date that will be set by the venue upon signing a contract. A notice will be forwarded to you at that time indicating the balance due date and will also give you an opportunity to make you entree selections for both dinner and breakfast.


Please note that if this event is canceled before a contract is signed you will receive your deposit back in full.

Once a contract is signed and you opt to cancel you will receive a $10 refund of your $20 deposit up until Jan.31,2010. After this date absolutely no refunds can be made on your deposit.

Room reservations will be the responsibility of each individual directly with the Hotel and is NOT part of the $75 event fee. There will be a block of rooms reserved and you will receive additional information regarding this with your balance due notice. The room rates at that time of year are $95 a night for both a single room with a king size bed or a double room with two full size beds.

This is a wonderful Historic Hotel with beautiful ambiance and a very helpful and friendly staff. This hotel has hosted many famous people over the years including several past US Presidents and many well known stars.

We are sure this will be a weekend to be remembered.

If you drive there is FREE valet parking available for all hotel guests.

For more information on the Hotel go to www.yorktowne.com

Make your check or money order for $20 per reservation payable to:

South Central PA fans for Clay Aiken

Please include the name, address and e mail address for each reservation so you can receive a confirmation and future additional information.

Mail to:

Diane Knappenberger

40 Oak Dr.

Mt. Wolf, PA 17347

Any questions: Contact Diane (Cookie) Knappenberger
knappydl_jr@comcast.net (new email address)

It's a Sat & Sun - although I don't have a clue what I'll be doing then, think I might sign up for the Sat festivities and drive home that night (~ hr) - if interested we can have a Clay PJ party at my house Sat night!

I'm interested in the clay-party!
Hopefully we'll hear some news about our boy soon! And not his "soon".....

Happy Birthday to Joanie...I know it's late, but I'll buy you an extra blue waldo, okay?

Clayton kisses to Annie

Anni..sounds like fun as long a Clay is not on tour. Would be willing to spend the $20.00 just in case. If he is touring well enough said..you know where we would be...ha ha!

Just thinking because I responded to someone tonight and the thought it seemed important enough to say here.

So many of us are worried about Clay and his career..me included. But I think back to all those concerts and the thousands of people who came and enjoyed him who were not like us. They walked away feeling good about him and truly enjoyed him. I believe when he tours again and is promoted properly many will come who are not diehards like us. I can't tell you the times when someone has said to me when they find out I am a fan..."Oh I wanted to see him there or whereever but didn't". He still has appeal to those who no nothing of the "internet crap"..just a great singer from a show called American Idol!

My hopes are high ...and I want so much for him so say something about what is happening..life just simply is not the same. I miss Clay and all of you and the adventures we had............AND WILL HAVE......love you all!

P.S. Oscar and Emmy are an absolute joy! They crack me up and are so loving..good to have those little feet running about the house...last night I came home from dinner with Jim and they had torn the curtains down from my living room window......kids will be kids! Ha ha

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


WISH WE WERE THERE TO CELEBRATE WITH YOU..
HOPE DALE IS SPOILING YOU TODAY!!!!!!


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HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAT!!!!

Hope you are having a wonderful day filled with lots of hugs and love, good food, and a few of your cocktails de jour!