~*Memorial Day Weekend Gathering SUNDAY ~*May 29th, 2011~*

[cyber-sibes]

Thanks for sharing the pics & memories of this wonderful day with those of us who couldn't be there. I'm so glad the weather turned out well, you bet Phred had a word with the Almighty's Weatherman! That is a beautiful letter, Karen, thanks for posting it. The rock is truly touching - looks like its on that little rise at the far end? The dogs all loved that little hill!

I combined the silk bouquets Phred sent us when we lost Star and then Tori so soon afterwards. They are a constant reminder of what a caring person Phred was, always extending himself to others. We live just up from the Naval Fire Fighting School, and I always think about Phred when I go by. He was one of a kind, for sure!

Thanks for the bench photo - those trees have gotten really big! Spent many happy hours on that bench!

[MonicanHonda]

I'm so sorry I couldn't be there. I really want to go see his rock. <3 It's gorgeous. And now everyone who goes there will wonder who this man is... but only a select few will truly know what a wonderful guy he was. If I ever return, I only hope someone asks if I know who he is so I can tell of a great man. The tribute is just wonderful... I truly was amazed at how much he cared for people... that's one of the first things I recognized about Phred. It amazed me that people cared that much, even for people he knew mostly over the internet. We need more people in this world like Phred.

I can't wait to see everyone over Labor Day weekend, I am hoping I will be able to come if my new job allows it. :-D

[Freckles]

Where is the final resting place of the rock?

[RobiLee]

Love your pictures, Anna and Karen your tribute was wonderful!

[shais_mom]

Where is the final resting place of the rock?

in the back of the park there is a small area (grove?) of trees, and they put it b/n two trees so as to not interfere with the mower.

Everyone's pics were great. We missed those that weren't there, but were glad of those that were there!

[wolf_Q]

Nice pics everyone! It was great to see all of you again. It was strange for Phred to not be there though. The memorial service was very touching. I'll try to get my pics up soon knowing me it will probably be a while though.

[ramanth]

Here are my photos:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ramanth...7626771111227/

[gini]

Kimmy, your photos are terrific. Thanks so much for posting them. They are so good because you get to see everyone including pictures of the actual park so you get a real sense of where thiings are.

I think Phred will be very happy there............he can keep an eye on things now. Things are sure different now that he is gone. I didn't think that I would miss him as much as I do. But he had become a very dear friend and I valued that so much. I know that there are many who feel exactly the same way I do.

His pups look great - and they look happy,,,,thanks again Diana and Carl.......for giving them a loving home.