Hi Gang,

Sorry to announce the passing of classmate, Terry Hall. He passed away in Arizona from a rare form of cancer. This was passed on to me by Neal Otani and Kevin Chong Kee. Also heard about the passing of George De Ramos's father. We send our condolences and prayers to their families and wish them much comfort in this time of grief.

I hope this finds all of you healthy and safe in these uncertain and trying times. Take care and enjoy your 50th birthdays and be happy we are able to have one.

Aloha,
Alan Young

Hi Guys,

Just a short note to wish all of you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year. As we approach the Big "5" "0" which hopefully is only the half way mark for all of us. I would like to thank all of you for your friendship and experiences that we have shared. I would like to say that no matter what the situations in the world are at the moment, the memories of good times that you had with your friends is something that can always put a smile on your face. With that note, take care of yourselves and hopefully we'll see all of you at the next reunion.

Alan Young

Thanks, Alan. I would like to add my best wishes to everyone as well. To all, may the peace and joy of the Christmas season remain with you all throughout the year. May the new year bring you happiness beyond compare and love without measure. Malama pono, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year.

Until we meet again, Aloha.
Keith Ridley

Mele Kalikimaka to all! And best wishes for a Prosperous New year!

Alan

Right back at you.

Best of everything to all

Mark Stewart

OK den!

Merry Christmas to all you "about to be over the hill, getting ready for social security, can't wait to get senior discounts, Yup-you gonna be 50" Class of '71 old farts....I mean friends....

Nah! Just some Christmas cheer from me and my family. God bless you and yours.. Have a safe holidays and prosperous 2003.

Is it true that Tom Lewis was going to sponsor a "50 year old birthday bash" for us in San Diego? (Just teasin')

Bobby Hall

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Fri, Dec 20, 2002 - From Tony Raiola

Wow! times flying. Merry X-mas to all...........BIG 5 0 ........and whatever else goes before we all make fifty. I enjoy reading all the e-mails.. We are all survivors, awesome, yes we all seem to know that we are getting better. Ha Ha...

Nah!!! I wish you all & your families a Merry X-mas & very successful safe New Years. Hope to see you guys around.

Aloha & God Bless ,,,,,,,,,,Tony Raiola & Family .....go Badgers / go Lions

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Fri, Dec 20, 2002 - From Wells Cummings

Being one of the oldest in the class, I've already celebrated the big 50. As for slowing me down, well don't worry guys its okay. You'll still wake up and your wife will still give you a bad time. Maybe a little different than before, but nothing changes except you're just a little slower.

As for me heading toward the classroom everyday, kids get the since they can take the old man, but wisdom and age seems to keep everyone in check. Thank God.

The weather here is not like home. We're at 39 degrees as I write, but hit a high of 45 degrees during the day, it will give me a chance to golf this weekend.

I'd like to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Maybe I'll get a chance to join all of you in the next reunion. I told you baseball would be my life.

Wells

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Tue, Dec 24, 2002 - From Alan Chock

Bobby,

Funny, I heard the same thing about Tom Lewis. The big bash was also going to include tee times at Torrey Pines!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Pacific Northwest to all of my Kanalui '71 classmates and their families.

Alan Chock
Bellevue, Washington

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Tue, Dec 24, 2002 - From Ben Aprecio

So, Can someone ask Tom where we should we be booking our hotel stay? Also, are spouses invited to this? Will Allan Young be bringing the pupus? sorry - so many questions ya?

Ben

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Wed, Dec 25, 2002 - From Kip Silva

Tom...NO PRESSURE!!!!!

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Wed, Dec 25, 2002 - From Ben Aprecio

Yea Tom...no pressure bra. (But I thought Bobby Hall said was okay???) But you know me...I'm getting old and maybe neva hear him correctly. Hah? What?

Ben

Mele Kalikimaka e Hauoli Makahiki Hou to you and your families.

Bob Dircks

Hi Everyone,

It's nice to see everyone on the network here. Hope everyone is in good health. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy and prosperous 2003! Guy's, if you have needs in the areas of electronics.....ie. cable tv, wireless communications, networks, etc. , let me know........

Aloha,

Robin Liu

Eh...you guys clogging up my email!!!! Bah - Humbug!!!!!

Nah, you know I not like that...I hope!

Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season ! all a yous, and your families too.

(geez, did I just say that? I been in Jersey too long!)

Take care fellas...God bless us all!

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Sat, Dec 21, 2002 - From Richard Lum

Fellow Classmates, Ok, I give up...

Who is Kahala53?

Have a great Christmas and peaceful New Year!

Regards,
Richard Lum
Sunnyvale, CA

P.S. Thanks, Alan, for getting this started!

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Mon, Dec 23, 2002 - From Brian Lau

To Kahala53:

Sorry, but do I know you?

To the remainder of the Kanalui Class of 1971: Mele Kalikimaka and Hauoli Makahiki Hou! Have a safe and peaceful celebration with family and loved ones during this troubled time in various parts of our world.

Brian Y.C. Lau

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Wed, Dec 25, 2002 - From Kip Silva

Oh...Kahala53 = Edgar......he-he

Kanalui, Class of '71. Here's to another 50 golden years. Happy Holidays to all!

Will Tanaka
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Recipie Compliments of Rod Chang!

Holiday Fruitcake

Ingredients:
1 cup of water
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup of sugar
1 tsp salt
1cup of brown sugar
lemon juice
4 large eggs
nuts
1 bottle Jose Cuervo
2 cups of dried fruit

Sample the Cuervo to check quality.
Take a large bowl, check the Cuervo again to be sure it is of the highest quality. Pour one level cup and drink.
Repeat.
Turn on the electric mixer.
Beat one cup of butter in a large fluffy bowl.
Add one teaspoon of sugar. Beat again.
At this point it's best to make sure the Cuervo is still OK.
Try another cup .... just in case, turn off the mixerer thingy.
Break 2 leggs and add to the bowl and chuck in the cup of dried fruit.
Pick the frigging fruit off floor.
Mix on the turner.
If the fried druit gets stuck in the beaterers just pry it loose with a drewscriver.
Sample the Cuervo to check for tonsisticity.
Next, sift two cups of salt. Or something. Who giveshz a $hit.
Check the Jose Cuervo
Now shift the lemon juice and strain your nuts.
Add one table. Add a spoon of sugar, or somefing. Whatever you can find.
Greash the oven. Turn the cake tin 360 degrees and try not to fall over. Don't forget to beat off the turner.
Finally, throw the bowl through the window, finish the Jose Cuervo and kick the cat.

CHERRY MISTMAS!

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Sat, Dec 21, 2002 - From Richard Lum

Ok,

I tried the recipe. I got as far as:

"Beat one cup of butter in a large fluffy bowl."

It turns out (according to the police report) that I thought it read:

"Beat Fluffy (our dog) with a large butter bowl." (Dyslexia caused by Cuervo consumption). If you were paying attention in Brother Wesley's Latin class, this is known as "dudeiumthatsioreallyostupidium".

At this point "Fluffy" took exception and bit my leg.

I fell into the preheated oven, belched, and the fumes caused by the Cuervo testing exploded. This took out the adjoining family room windows.

Where do I send the bill?

In a related, but separate subject, does anybody do pro bono work?

Regards,

Richard

Congratulations to Saints and my nephew, Shane Butcher (my sister's kid), for bringing trophy back home to Waialae. Happy Holidays to Class of '71.

Gilbert Tom

It was really nice to read all of your best wishes to everyone...and now it is my turn...really short one.

Here's to wishing everyone in the St Louis family class of 71 a joyful and merry Christmas and A Happy and Fruitful New Year.

Michael Manalo

Alan and Bob:

My sincerest thanks to both your outstanding efforts of keeping all of us together, especially electronically. I know both of you also had lots of help from our fellow classmates over the years and I also want to thank all those who have helped.

Bob, thanks for sending me the piece about knowing Jack. For those of you who didn't get Bob's classic link, check it out. It has a PG rating. Bobby Hall should consider sending this link a to a guy named Mike.

http://home.pacbell.net/diana_do/knowjack.htm

If you haven't seen this Christmas card website yet, check out this link that was sent to me by a friend. The site was around last year but I still think it is worth a visit and certainly hope it puts everone in a festive holiday spirit.

http://www.castlemountains.net/flashdec/xmas_house.swf

Wishing all of you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Great 2003.

Aloha

Joe

Nice to hear from everyone, even if only by email. Thanks Al, for starting this off.

When we were in school, 50 sounded real old, but not any more. Except for receiving the stupid junk mail from AARP, I certainly don't feel old.

Anyway, I wish you and your families a great Christmas and New Years, and I look forward to joining all of you on the Seniors ... I mean Champions Tour !!

Aloher from Texas,

Lester

To All of My Classmate of Kanalui 71,

Holiday greetings from the eastern end of the United States; our nations capital. Thanks for all of your holiday e-mail messages. Hope that all you guys back home or wherever you may be have a safe and wonderful Christmas and a super 2003!

Come visit...anytime.

Aloha,
Bill Coester

Aloha and Howdy from Texas,

My family and I are enjoying all the Xmas greetings and holiday cheers from all the 21 year olds trapped in the bodies of 50 year olds. Many thanks to everyone for keeping us all connected, in touch with other and part of the St.Louis family. (which I certainly appreciate more now than then).May the next year find everyone and their family in good health,blessings in your work and community,and the Aloha spirit always around.........

David Beinke and Family...Marble Falls, Texas

All,

It's great to see all of the season's greetings mixed in with my work email. As each one comes in I look at the 'from' address and try to picture the classmate who sent it. Of course my mental pictures are likely to be a little different than reality after all these years ;-), but it's great fun.

Merry Christmas and best wishes for 2003!

aloha from Kauai,
-Manny Sylvester

P.S.

I hope not everyone has received the list below in the past few days - I've seen parts of it before but parts are new:

12 Rules for Life!!

1. Never give yourself a haircut after three margaritas.

2. You need only two tools: WD-40 and duct tape. If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40. If it moves and shouldn't, use the tape.

3. The five most essential words for a healthy, vital relationship are: "I apologize" and "you are right."

4. Everyone seems normal until you get to know them.

5. Never pass up an opportunity to pee.

6. If he/she says that you are too good for him/her - believe them.

7. Learn to pick your battles; ask yourself, "Will this matter one year from now? How about one month? One week? One day?"

8.When you make a mistake, make amends IMMEDIATELY! It's easier to eat crow while it's still warm.

9. If you woke up breathing, congratulations! You have another chance!

10. Living well really is the best revenge. Being miserable because of a bad or former relationship just might mean that the other person was right about you.

11. Work is good, but it's not that important. Money is nice, but you can't take it with you. Statistics show most people don't live to spend all they saved; some die even before they retire. Anything we have isn't really ours; it was given to us by God; He just lets us borrow it while we're here...even our kids.

12. And finally...Be really good to your family and/or friends. You never know when you are going to need them to empty your bedpan.

"God grant me the senility to forget the people I never liked anyway, the good fortune to run into the ones I do, and the eyesight to tell the difference."

MERRY CHRISTMAS & A HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Good to hear from everyone again! It's been quite awhile.

Take care,
Mitchell Kawamura

Aloha to all my Fellow Classmates (Members of the GREAT Class of '71!!!!!!)

It is so nice to see all the Holiday grettings/Cheer from all of our "brothers" during this special Holiday season!

Let's keep this thread going on to be in touch with each other even after the Holiday Season passes...let's see if we can add more by forwarding this to others not on the list or adding others to this list! (Boy, just think if we had all this technology when we were in school !!!!!!!)

I don't know about you but I DO NOT Feel like I am going to be 50 till I look at my mid section... harsh reality sets in pretty fast for me then! But in seeing a lot of you here and there, I think we look pretty good for our "age"! I think we are as young as we think and as some of you had said....we feel like we are in our 20's....boy that seemed sooo long ago!

Anyways, here's wishing all of you and all your families a most joyous Christmas and a safe and most prosperous New Year!!!! GOD BLESS all!

Charles (Chuck) Lee

Great to hear you are all doing well. Here's wishing you and your families a MELE KALIKIMAKA ME KA HAUOLI MAKAHIKI HOU!!!

Don't forget to look me up the next time you're on Kauai.

Bob

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One beautiful December evening Huan Cho and his girlfriend Jung Lee were sitting by the side of the ocean.

It was a romantic full moon when Huan Cho said, "Hey baby, let's play Weeweechu."

"Oh no, not now, let's look at the moon" said Jung Lee.

"C'mon Baby, let's you and me play Weeweechu.

I love you and its the perfect time," Huan Cho begged.

"But I rather just hold your hand and watch the moon."

"Please Jung Lee, just once, play Weeweechu with me."

Jung Lee looked at Huan Chi and said, "OK, we'll play Weeweechu."

Huan Cho grabbed his.....guitar

....and they both sang.....

"Weeweechu a merry Christmas,
Weeweechu a merry Christmas,
Weeweechu a merry Christmas...............and a happy New Year."

Merry Christmas Guys,

When I started this I wanted to spread some good wishes to everyone and was hoping for some responses. But I am just blown away by the Aloha that all of you have shown to all your friends and classmates. It really brings a warm feeling into my heart to see everyone sending their aloha to everyone else. This has really made my Christmas and I hope brightened yours. Mahalo Guys for making my holidays one I'll remember fondly.

Alan Young

Hi Guys,

Hope this finds you all happy and in good health. Just a note to say hello and to pass some info to you. Was just notified by Joe Blanco that he ran into Maurice Young at Zippys the other night. Maurice is in town, unfortunately, for the funeral of his dad (Peter Quon Chew Young). We send our condolences, sympathy and sincere good wishes to him and his family.

If anyone would like to see Maurice or to pay your respects, the services will be on Friday the 6th of Sept. at Nuuanu Memorial Park Mortuary at 10:30 am. You may pay your respects starting at 9am. Mass will be held at Our Lady of Peace Church at 12 noon with burial to follow at Diamond Head Memorial Park. Attire is casual.

Take care all and we'll see you all later. Remember, the Big 5 - 0 in just around the corner. Neal Otani , Bobby Hall and I were just remembering when we use to just talk about being 50. Now it is quickly becoming fact. Oooooh my aching back! Anybody see my cane? Enjoy life and the friendships you have, Aloha.

Alan Young

Here are two pictures of the 19th hole at our recent [golf] outing [with Jim Pitchford at Olomana golf course]. Joseph Lau took top honors. Kaipo showed up and did not end up last.

Hi guys,

Well as you can tell our spring golf outing to the outer islands didn't quite work out. We'll try for the fall or spring next year since alot of us are busy this year.

However, the golf outing with Jim Pitchford is on for the 25th of June, Tuesday at Olomana golf course starting at 1pm. So far we have 14 signed up to tentatively play on that day. Jim Pitchford and his brother in law, Brian Lau and a client, Bob Hall, Howard Lau, Will Tanaka, John Vierra, Neal Otani, Wes Ogawa, Keith Ridley, Joe Lau, Doug Won, and Myself. If anyone else is interested,we have a couple spaces left. Give me a call or e-mail me soon. Those of you that are going please be at the course by 12:00 pm at the latest.

Those of you that can't make the golf, you are welcome to join us at the 19th hole at Olomana. We should be done around 6 to 6:30 pm. Take care!

Alan Young

Hi Guys,

David Lee the secretary for the Alumni Association asked me to let you know about the SLH Alumni Association nominations meeting on the 16th of April, 2002 and the elections meeting on June 5, 2002. Dinner and beverages will be served at the clubhouse after the meetings at 6:00 pm on both dates.

Classmate Jim Pitchford who missed the reunion in Vegas because of his sister's tragedy on 9/11 is going to be visiting the islands June 20 - 28. He has asked if any of the classmates would like to get together while he is here to golf and talk story. Give me some feedback if you are interested or if you are on the mainland or outer island and are also going to be in town the same time.

The outer island golf and relaxation get together is still in the working. Terry Yasuhara and Will Tanaka have offered to help if things can be worked out and there is enough interest.

Thanks and Take Care.

Alan Young

Hi Guys,

Just a note to wish you all a early Happy Easter! Just heard that Alan King's Mom just passed away last Thursday. We send him and his family our condolences and prayers.

Things have been pretty calm these pass few weeks--a welcomed time to relax. Have been asked by some of your classmates to see if anyone is interested in maybe an outer island weekend of golf and relaxation this spring. If anyone is interested please contact me via e-mail and give me a good weekend for you. If anyone can help with planning give me a note also. Nothing is firm yet, this is just a survey if there is any interest.

Former Saint Louis High School Alumnus James (Duke) Aiona is running for Lt. Gov. on the Republican ticket. He is a couple years under us and was a football and basketball player for the school. He was a Family court Judge and is the school's basketball coach. He a good guy and can use our support.

On another note the Saint Louis Alumni Association is trying to get in contact with Kaipo Spencer. Has anyone seen him lately or has his phone number please send me a note.

Mahalo! Hope this finds all of you well! Take care!

Alan Young

Just heard that Jimmy Roberts mother passed away recently. She was with Cindys and Jeanies Lei shop in Chinatown for years. Am sure a lot of SLH guys bought their leis from her. Take Care!

Alan

Hey Goose:

I'm doing fine...Been busy on this side of the world because of the operations going on. We're not involved as much as when we initially started...We've had a curfew in effect since 9/11, so its a bummer not being able to stay out late in Seoul...Things have loosened up, but...[the] current situation...will probably be the norm for a long time since this operation will be a protracted operation worldwide.

Anyway, the past few months been busy trying to get into my mid-tour leave and work off some long needed leave time. In late October...I took [a few] days. [Family member] came to Korea...and we went to China...Visited Peking (Beijing), Xian, Guilin, and Shanghai. Loved the trip--lots of interesting historical sites and information. Bought an "Erhu" (ancient chinese two string instrument) for my dad in the streets of Guilin. Then, went home...for a couple of weeks to fix stuff around the house. Returned to Korea and a couple weeks later went to Thailand with a couple of friends. Most of the time was spent shopping for watches, software, and clothes--the usual stuff guys shop for. Spent a day in chinatown and got some real nice chinese clothes for a decent price. It was interesting traffic...crazy like Beijing. The taxis are motorcyles that weave in-out of traffic with passengers side-saddled on the back. The other form of taxi is the "tuk-tuk," little two passenger three wheel carts that run on propane. The passengers sit on the bench above the propane tanks. Sounds to me like riding a bomb about to happen!!

The December holidays were welcome, and getting a couple of days off was good...for me. [Family member] came over...and we went to one of the Korean orphanages to spend Xmas. One of my officers has sponsored the orphanage for the past 5 years and a group usually goes down to deliver gifts and presents to the kids (around 80) ranging from babies to 17/18 year olds. Some of the kids had such sad stories, but the orphanage does a good job of taking care of the kids.

This new year will be very busy with me moving...back [home]. I'll have [a few] more years until I hit...retirement and it will probably be a big turning point for me mentally. Hard to leave a place where you want to stay, but can't stay. Even though the "system" and some people give me headaches sometimes, its the people and experience that really make this Army a great place to be. I guess it's always been the people because I've beeen in some real ratty places, but the people are what makes its all worthwhile.

The more I think about Korea and its culture and people, the more I wish I got here sooner in my career to learn more about the place. Such a rich culture and full of history. I made a comment to somebody the other day--even though I'm not Korean, the asian population and history here is as close to "my people" as I've ever been in my life. Korea is a great jumping off point to visit the asian countries. Sometime in the future, I'm planning a trip to Ulaanbatuur, the capital of Mongolia. Don't know what's there, but it could be a great experience and adventure...With the population learning english, it should be interesting to visit. Although I hesitate to drink fresh mare's milk and chew on sheep's eyeballs, I think I can handle it if they had western restaurants.

Will keep you posted.

Hi Folks,

I would like to wish all of you and your families a belated Merry Christmas and a Happy, Safe and Healthy New Year. Sorry this is so late but I have been going crazy at my store with all the holiday orders.

With that aside, I would like to say how great it was to see and be able to talk to all of you during the reunion events and get togethers. It was a lot of work getting it all planned but we sure had a lot of fun doing it. I don't know if it's because we are getting older but it sure was nice to able to bond with old friends and spend some time making new ones. It sort of puts your priorities of life, family and friends into the forefront especially with the events of 9/11.

Many thanks again to all the guys and gals that helped throughout the year. Take care of yourself and keep in touch.

Alan Young

Wishing you all a Happy New Year. Let's all hope 2002 brings prosperity, peace of mind, and good health to all!