[katerogers]

I really don't have the words to express how much last night meant to me. Before I say why, maybe I should explain to anyone else on TOTV, who should happen to read this, exactly what happened last night that was so special. Most of the friends I have made, since I first came to the Villages last September, got together to throw me a surprise party to say goodbye. .And for no other reason than I'm heading north for the summer. Fortunately though, I found out about the surprise in enough time to make sure the house was picked up! The thought that I didn't know a sole here, when I first decided to dive in head first and make my way to Florida's Friendliest Hometown, this party helped me to realize just how right the decision to move here really was. I still can't get over how many good, dear, friends I have made in such a short time. It's AWESOME!

THANK YOU My Dear Friends... Carol, Karen, Joe, Bill, Ken, Ron & Ron, Diane, Sandra & Linda, Ronnye, Dan, Larry, Denny, Judy & Bob, for the wonderful send off. I don't think I left anyone out, but, if I did it's only because I didn't get much sleep last night.

Ken took a bunch of pictures that I hope he will post here.

See you in the fall. I'll miss you all!

Katie

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by katerogers

I really don't have the words to express how much last night meant to me. Before I say why, maybe I should explain to anyone else on TOTV, who should happen to read this, exactly what happened last night that was so special. Most of the friends I have made, since I first came to the Villages last September, got together to throw me a surprise party to say goodbye. .And for no other reason than I'm heading north for the summer. Fortunately though, I found out about the surprise in enough time to make sure the house was picked up! The thought that I didn't know a sole here, when I first decided to dive in head first and make my way to Florida's Friendliest Hometown, this party helped me to realize just how right the decision to move here really was. I still can't get over how many good, dear, friends I have made in such a short time. It's AWESOME!

THANK YOU My Dear Friends... Carol, Karen, Joe, Bill, Ken, Ron & Ron, Diane, Sandra & Linda, Ronnye, Dan, Larry, Denny, Judy & Bob, for the wonderful send off. I don't think I left anyone out, but, if I did it's only because I didn't get much sleep last night.

Ken took a bunch of pictures that I hope he will post here.

See you in the fall. I'll miss you all!

Katie

So great to hear. You are a wonderful addition to The Villages, Kate.

[ilovetv]

This is what The Villages is all about, Katie. Congrats on having the courage to step out and trying something new.

Next, tell us about how many times people in NH or elsewhere said to you about coming to TV (and they've never even been here):

"Whaddayawanna go THERE for.....it's too hot...it's too buggy...too many old people...etc."

[bandsdavis]

Say Hi to New Hampshire for us, Kate!

Bill and Sue

[tippyclubb]

That is awesome your friends honored you like that. I am happy to know you were able to find a great group of friends quickly. I bet it made your transition to TV that much more special.

[kittygilchrist]

I'm ready for more flea markets and clothes shopping, and there you go...

[RETIREDSFW]

Linda & i enjoyed your party and the photos were great. Let us know when when you are headed back. Have a great summer.

[chachacha]

a great friend deserves a great sendoff! come back soon so we can have another party

[folkh]

Katie, that was beautiful!!!

[CarolSells]

Thanks, Ken!

[rockyisle]

Katie - I'm so happy you have found the same joy in TV that I did 4 years ago. I knew you'd make fast friends and enjoy this life... I'm already back in NH - selling our lake home so we can become Frogs... Enjoy your summer....