Toasting Denise !

Here's a toast to the future, A toast to the past, And a toast to our friends, far and near.
May the future be pleasant; The past a bright dream; May our friends remain faithful and dear 
Here's to the bright New Year
And a fond farewell to the old;
Here's to the things that are yet to come
And to the memories that we hold.

Most of all -- here's to Denise !  a little presentation we put together in celebration of the past year(s) of RAC.

I hope Denise never feels she has dropped the ball in taking a well deserved break from the hustle and bustle of directing the RAC program.. just like on New Year's Eve -- when it is one of the only times of year when "dropping the ball" is a good thing..  it's time for her to step back too. What a fabulous space you have created for us to build a history of stories, forever memories and vast opportunities for new friendships.


what else can be said but multitudinous thank yous and a huge applause for your efforts and organizational skills...

the RAC gathered a lot of moss over these years of growth ~ this powerful momentum will keep us all going through 2012 and possibly further !   So -- we present our quick Curly horse toast to Denise.

 

country champagne....


non-alcoholic because we will be in the saddle :)

my helmet is Saint Lucia inspired

a little preview of my mare's outfit

I hand the camera over to Dominic for the rest of the photo's ...

Keri is lovely today

have to add extra of Miss Keri and me since this may well be our last photo op of the year

time for Zoe to costume up.

My idea was a formal attire look... but I said to Zoe she looked like a toreador here. :)

Splash is dapper with proper pin stripe vest and fancy seasonal bow tie !

i say it's time to pour the bubbly !

and since Zoe already looks like a waiter --   (in addition to looking as though she could spear the bull ) -- the job is hers.

hand a glass of the effervescence up to me

dapper duo...  here's the real clue Zoe is neither bull fighter nor waiter --  she's a tuxedo'ed equestrian with top hat :)

take a look at the fancy shoes !  for this gown, I need a side saddle...

raising a glass to Denise

bottoms up !

let's try this again from the ground :)

add a bit if video -- take 1 and take 2

what else can we say Missy but thanks for the memories !!!!     you are very appreciated !

I enjoyed some of the posts which included some photo memories from the past.. i just might sneak back on and post one more time !   :)

Betsy, Keri, Zoe and Splash in a big thank you for Denise We had some great fun here !!!!