Forward to the Past

This morning six childhood friends and myself met for brunch. It was the first time we had all been together in one place since the early 1970s. The choice of venue was appropriate: The Padre Hotel was originally opened in 1928 as a luxury hotel and restaurant, but had fallen into disrepair over the decades. About ten years ago, it was sold to new owners, remodeled and refurbished at great cost. In 2010 the eight story high hotel reopened with every bit and more of its former grand style. There are now several eateries there at which to dine nowadays. We chose the Brimstone, which is on the ground floor and offers brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.

From left to right are Maureen, Vicky, Cindy, myself, Nancy, Robin, and Teri. Our waitress was very sweet and kind taking pictures of all of us with a total of seven cell phones and cameras. She was very well rewarded with an awesome tip.

What a wonderful reunion!