November is here. I was so busy in September (BSU Reunion) and in October that I failed to notice the coming of November. I love the fall. November is a wonderful month--clear blue skies, cool nights, and beautiful leaves,Thanksgiving and more, more, more. God is so good to us. Ithank Him for November. I plan to enjoy each day. I trust you will too. Did you get an opportunity to view the Reunion pictures? They are on the web site (www.bsu-siu.com) for you to enjoy. I wish all of you could view the DVD. It is so good. It was the first time I really "enjoyed" the reunion.(not really, but almost). However it was good to relax, see your pictures, enjoy the activities, and laugh with you. The DVD is still available if you want to order one. Just let me know and I will contact Rayford. The cost is only $10.00 --mailing included. It is well worth the price. The length is 3 hours and 23 minutes. A lot for the price. .

MY FOLLOW UP PLANS

1. Some early planning for 2009 Reunion at the UBC in Carbondale
2. A final check-up for the 2008 Reunion (called follow through)
3. An evaluation of 2008 reunion (Check and balance)
4. Correcting addresses, dates, and notes you handed in to me at R.

NEWS ITEMS

1. A new email address for Ivan Christoff --ivan.christoff@insightbb.com
2. A new Email address for Bill Edison -- bnbeidson@att.net
3. I need an email address for Charles Gray, Lora Blackwell,&Bryan Pappas
4. Jack Shelby (mine is being returned) Help me if you can!!
5. A new email address for Charlotte Swinford --mlsmcs8@shawneelink.net
6. Frank and Susie Tebow celebrated their 50th Anniversary ( 3-22-58)
7. Gene Parkhill had knee replacement He is doing fine (Been there done that)
8. Louise (Dillow) Pitts has had surgery.Louise is the sister of Ada Ann Clemens. They were both BSU members during the 50's.
9. A report from Patty Bellinger concerning Phonsie Quinn. Shewrites,"Phronsie and had some back pain. She didn't go to the Dr. at first. But finally the pain forced her to go to the Dr. and she had a damaged vertebra and needed a Kyphoplasty to repair the damage." Patty explained that a Kyphoplasty is a procedure where a surgical cement is injected into a vertebra to restore height. Send her a card. Here is her address Phronsie Quinn 111 Wood Rd.Louisville Kentucky 40222 phone # is 502-426-2537
10. Dale Clemens broke a few ribs Oct.24---also a mild concussion He is better
11. Continue to pray for Louise Dillow Pitts Her report was not encouraging.

Well that is all for November. I will write you as often as I get news during the month. I get my news from YOU so let me hear from you if you hear any information concerning our BSU friends. I do hope you have a happy November--especially Thanksgiving. I am indeed grateful for all the blessings of life.

Your BSU President
Helen Green Galloway


Helen Galloway and Jim Cox - '08 Reunion

HAVE A GREAT DAY