Hello everyone,
           I agree with Phil McSpadden! I also would like to see the National reunions continue. I don't agree with having them at the same place every year. I like seeing some place different and as Mr Howard Hensleigh said, for me it is like a family vacation!
I enjoy meeting the rest of the 517th families and getting to know them. Just my two cents worth! Nothing wrong with Kansas, I have never been west of the Mississippi river except for the St Louis reunion and I drove by myself from the Cincinnati area. I also drove to Washington D.C. with my wife and daughter. That was my first reunion and I have been hooked ever since. For those who have never been to a reunion because you don't know anyone, that will change once you go! I understand that it is getting harder for the soldiers of the 517th because of health reasons etc, it is hard for me too for the same reasons but somehow it is worth it to get to see you all, spend time with you and talk with you one more time. I can't host a reunion for the same health reasons but would if I could! If we never have another one , I am glad that I got to attend at least those two and feel sorry for those that were indecisive and have never been to a reunion. They missed out on something wonderful and fun and possibly making new friends, as I have! Carry on!
 
son of a buzzard
Rick Sweet

Billie Hiers

Hi Ben:  Do you have your ear muffs on?

Briefly:  Lucky and I vote for the St. Louis area, but we're flexible as to whatever the final decision will be for a National Reunion. 

Trust you're going to sit around the fireplace for a bit and rest.  God Bless You!
Billie Hiers

Don Sliker