News from Deirdre

 

If you are wondering why a sister who loves MPE as much as I do never seems to make it to any of our events, well, it's because almost every single one seems to be scheduled against one of my ice skating competitions.

I used to skate when I was a kid, but I never placed above 3rd in any competition.  Many of you know that due to multiple knee surgeries, I thought I would never skate again.  Well, I returned to skating when my then 2 year old wanted to skate and it felt so good and right to be back out there that I've hardly stopped skating since.

Now I've been back on the ice for almost 2 years.  Since returning to the ice as an adult, I've been in 17 competition events.  I've placed in the top 6 or better in all of them.  

1 sixth place
1 fifth place
1 fourth place
2 third place (Bronze)
3 second place (Silver)
9 first place (Gold)

I have a wonderful coach (who teaches communications at Georgia State University, by the way) and a very supportive family.  There are three more big competitions coming up this season, one of which is the Showcase (Theatre on Ice) National Event in Massachuettes in August and should be loads of fun.  

Anyway, just wanted to catch up and let ya'll know what's been going on in my life.  It is so important to find something that makes you light up and keep doing it.  No matter what.  Keep at it.  I'm not the best adult skater out there, but skating makes me happy and is keeping me fit and healthy, and that's important.

Love you ladies!

Check to Georgia State

April 26, LaVerne Miller and Anne Larcom returned to Ga State for the purpose of meeting with Mr. Massey and presenting him with a check for $5,126.41.  He was pleased and so were we because this represents all the monies in our combined treasury-the Board of Trustees and the Atlanta Alumnae Chapter.  So we are out of the Treasury/money business, a goal we all shared.  That sum was added to the amount, $25,000, that we already have with the Foundation.  (You do the math...)  It will probably not be reflected in this year's MPE Scholarship Award in that it will not be reflected in the over all investment for the year.  To each one of you:  Thank You for your part you have contributed--in money, yard sales or other forms of fund-raising.  Our scholarship goes back a long way.  We are proud of it and it will insure that the name of Mu Rho Sigma will live as long as there is a Georgia State University.

Get together on Friday, May 17, 2013

Hi Girls,
Our next fun get together will be lunch at the Trackside Grill in Kennesaw.  After lunch we will drive a short distance to the Smith Gilbert Gardens, also in Kennesaw.  Please call Jane Yelton for reservations:  770-427-0533.  Jane will pay for us in advance and we can all reimberse her before the tour.  

Click on the pictures to go to the websites.  Details below......

Date:  Friday, May 17, 2013

Lunch at the Trackside Grill
Time:  11:30
Fee:  buy your own lunch
Garden Tour at the Smith Gilbert Gardens
Time:  1:00
Fee:  $7.00
Please call Jane Yelton for reservations:  770-427-0533

Smith-Gilbert Gardens is 16 acres of serene setting. United by woodland paths, the Gardens consists of separate groupings with individual elements of fascination, including the Bonsai exhibit, camellia garden, tea house and waterfall area, rose garden, and conifer display. Each area is complimented by thoughtfully positioned sculpture.  We will have a guided tour.



                                                 

The Trackside Grill in Kennesaw features a creative chef driven kitchen serving classic comfort and Southern American Cuisine.  This quaint eatery offers a casual atmosphere adorned with subtle railroad-themed memorabilia which makes for a unique dining experience.

MARY LOUISE HUDGINS' HUSBAND‏

 

Hi MRS Sisters,

We are saddened by the passing of Mary Louise's husband, Elgie. Here is the information which was copied and pasted from the Atlanta Journal Constitution.

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/atlanta/obituary.aspx?n=elgie-hudgins&pid=160147663&fhid=5328#fbLoggedOut

HUDGINS, Elgie Elgie Russell Hudgins, 80, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, September 26, 2012. Elgie is survived by the love of his life and wife of 60 years, Mary Louise; his daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Terry Clanton; daughter, Wanda Hudgins-Spain; daughter, Patti Romero; daughter and son-in-law, Leigh and Gary Landon; 11 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Eunice Hudgins and his daughter and son-in-law, Libby and Randy Poynter. He earned his Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Arts from Auburn University in 1953. He spent his career in the printing and packaging industry, retiring in 1999. Elgie was a devoted family man, loved spending time with his wife, daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and looked forward to family get-togethers for any occasion when he enjoyed his homemade peach ice cream. He was known to close friends as "Pipe". His cheerful and witty spirit endeared him to his family and friends. His constant display of love and affection for his wife was inspirational to family and embarrassing to hospital staff during some recent hospital stays. He will be loved and missed by all who loved him and knew him. A memorial service will be held at Scot Ward's Green Meadow Chapel at 2:00 PM on Sunday, September 30, 2012 officiated by Pastor Brett Millican and Pastor Ronny Brannen. Family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 PM prior to the service. Flowers or donations to the Lung Association or American Cancer Society are welcome. Condolences may be submitted on-line at www.scotward.com. Scot Ward Funeral Services, 699 American Legion Road, Conyers, GA 30012, 770-483-7216.

Smith Gilbert Gardens

The Smith Gilbert Gardens in Kennesaw are our next get together.  They are lovely and you will enjoy every minute.


Date:  Saturday, September 22
Time:  9:15
Fee:  $7.00
Please call Jane Yelton for reservations:  770-427-0533


Smith-Gilbert Gardens is 16 acres of serene setting. United by woodland paths, the Gardens consists of separate groupings with individual elements of fascination, including the Bonsai exhibit, camellia garden, tea house and waterfall area, rose garden, and conifer display. Each area is complimented by thoughtfully positioned sculpture.

Vote for Kathy's Grandbaby

Hi MRS Sisters, 
Please vote for my grandbaby! You can vote everyday for a week! Here's the direct link: Http://photos.parents.com/parents-cover-contest-2012/24/2012/2875?esrc=nwphot 
Thanks, Kathy

Tour of The Temple in Atlanta

The Tour of the Temple will be interesting and fun. The date is Saturday, April 21 at 11:30. Slacks are acceptable. Click on the picture to go to the website. Lunch afterwards, restaurant to be announced. RSVP: Jane @ 770-427-0533. Coming up in May is the Carlos Museum Tour at Emory, another interesting tour.