Jamie Dresses Like a Clown to Talk About the Circus

 

Dear Howie,  I am running late for church and was too tired to do anything but fall into the sack last night, so I didn't write.  Thanks for the notes, the ideas on the email and especially for "Little" Howie and a WONDERFUL evening.  The circus raised 5700.00 for us last night and 7200.00 for their own elephant sanctuary.  They did a great presentation about us and their affiliation with us and Jamie expects some antics, that she pulled in their costumes in front of the St. Pete Times journalist last night, will get us some press today.  I cannot believe the way she has changed from not being able to speak to a person to dressing up like a clown and cornering the press with her version of how Ringling is supporting WOES.  Who is this kid?

 

I am meeting with the Spay and Neuter committee that evolved from the meeting where you and I first met.  I am hosting their meeting at the sanctuary and may not be able to write until late, but wanted to thank you for being your wonderful self.  I enjoy the "minutes" with you.  They are all great. - Carole

 

29 Dec 2002 09:28:16 -0500 To: Carole 

From: Howard Baskin 

 

The minutes we share are a wonderful mutual gift.  I'm glad you enjoy them too.

 

Have not seen anything advertised that I thought would be of particular interest for Tuesday evening.  But I really do not want you out driving in the later evening that night with the roads full of drinkers, so I suggest whatever we do end at your house if ok with you.  I look forward to welcoming in the New Year with you, even if we don't quite make it to midnight.

 

29 Dec 2002 12:24:09 EST Subject: Friday the 3rd To: Howie

 

Dear Howie,  Now I am running late for the Spay / Neuter people but wanted to get on your calendar for 6PM Jan. 3rd to do the circus thing, if you are not booked.  John Kirkland just sent me an email asking if he could give me and the board and whomever I wanted to bring a back stage tour of their animal housing (which wasn't done last night) and then the show.  Jamie and Daniel are going on vacation the 1st and won't be here, but Scott, Cathy and Jen and maybe Anissa, Brian and Christy will probably be there.  They are wonderful people and I would be proud to introduce you to some of my "family".

 

Thank you for your concern about driving on New Year's Eve.  I really don't want you out there driving either.  I am due to start my "cycle" on the 31st or else I would suggest spending the night with you.  The first four days are hell, so not only would I be not much fun to sleep with, but even worse to wake up next to.  If you don't have a "better offer" for the 31st, I'd still like to see you and we can work out the details and driving later. - Carole

 

29 Dec 2002 19:24:02 -0500 To: Carole

From: Howard Baskin 

 

I cannot imagine a better offer.  I'm fine driving that night, and sounds like we won't make it that late anyway.  If it turns out you are really not feeling well and would not enjoy getting together please feel free to tell me on short notice that day.  Not a big deal.  Assuming we do get together, maybe just a movie and then eat at your house.  There are bunch of good ones out and I have not been in a long time, so if that is ok with you, would be fine with me.  3rd for circus is good. - Howie

 

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