Got an early cam call from the Tokyo Twosome. P. put a "speaking clock" on my compuer; it announces the time every thirty minutes.
Decided on the less calorie-laden version of the corn casserole to make for the covered dish. This simply calls for corn (whole and cream), eggs, flour, and sugar, as opposed to the other, which included Jiffy cornbread mix, sour cream, and cheddar cheese. I made a double recipe and it took considerably longer than an hour to cook, but turned out great. Got it to the clubhouse a bit after 5;00 (warming racks were provided to keep hot things hot), then went back home to dress.
Sat with Ray and Barb H., the other H.'s, Linda and Fred P., and Linda's cousin, Barbara Something, who also lives in Sunrise Bay. I brought a cooler with Blue Moon and Bud, and had one of each.
The food was terrific: ham, chicken, Swedish meatballs, Polish kielbasa, and a multitude of other entrees, as well as a vast variety of salads and sides, and here and there, a hot veggie. My corn casserole was completely gone by the end of the evening and two neighbors came up to tell me how much they liked it.
Of course, the desserts were fabulous, too. I had strawberry shortcake and a miniature cupcake--too stuffed for more. Coffee and tea were served, along with the good conversation and the enjoyment of being among 80 friends.
Music was provided by a singer--elderly, in fact--and the young fellow with him who played several instruments. By then it was after 8:00 and since dancing had started*, I said my goodbyes and left.
Got home for my usual Sunday night cam call from Ellen and we had a good talk. Also got a call from Betty and got to bed late, about 10:00.
WIDER: Here's good old Fred, telling it as he sees it. I'm getting more and more worried he could be telling as it is:
http://www.fredoneverything.net/RecedingTide.shtml