The 4th Annual Woodsdale Kids' Picnic was a huge success with over 80 people attending. Shown here are Jim Seibert and Judy Meier (Grace) who had not seen each other in more than 40 years and had dated in high school.

The picnic brought together lots of people who I had not seen since high school including Peggy Thonen who I learned lives right here in Wheeling and Jim Brinkman, who has traveled the world while in the service. Also, it was GREAT to see Marsha Montgomery and Greg Hess and all of the Gaydoshes. Lots of my old favorite people came long distances to see each other and tell tales of what life has been like post-Woodsdale. A few new faces that I had not met before like Sam Stone were also welcomed. Bill Hogan, our oldest Woodsdale Kid put in an appearance...he is my go-to authority on all things Woodsdale.

The food was out of this world with Shirley Criswell bringing her popular fruit salad and the other offerings were just as tasty. The BBQ saw lots of veggie burgers, and a few steaks and burgers as well. A big THANKS to Dan Criswell for taking photos as I was too pre-occupied.

All and all, if you missed this one, you need to come next year to see who appears. We have booked the shelter for Aug 10, 2013 and I think all those who make it will enjoy themselves at least as much as those who came this year. I'm hoping Howdy Meagle and Barbara Bailey will be among next year's crowd.