the end of an era

today i had the priveledge and honor of attending a retirement luncheon for bill and debbie bowman. the bowman's have been directing the exeter high school musicals for the past 18 years, and following today's luncheon and this evening's final performance of this year's show annie, the chapter will close on their lives as directors. my most favorite memories of high school were auditioning, rehearsing and performing in the musicals, having participated in their 2nd through 5th shows. it all started for me with lil' abner in the pit assisting the accompianist, then on stage in the chorus for oklahoma! and carousel, and finally my senior year as a del sarte lady in my favorite show, the music man. i formed many friendships during the shows and was excited to see some faces i haven't seen since graduating 13 years ago, along with the familiar faces of those i still see somewhat frequently. we enjoyed a wonderful afternoon at toscani with entertainment provided by those talents in the room performing songs from the various shows...yes, i even worked up enough xanax free courage to join my fellow del sarte ladies in a little "pick a little talk a little"! there were many tears shed throughout the afternoon as everyone mingled and thanked the bowman's for the wonderful memories and impact they had on our lives. the water works were in full force though when the afternoon wrapped up with 100+ people in the room joining hands and thanking our Creator for bestowing our talents upon each and every one of us and making possible what we did and what the bowman's have done for the past 18 years (this is how we used to start every show). there is just something about seeing a big guy (mr. b) cry that really brings you to your knees. hope you enjoy the pictures and video clips (sorry for the quality...we really need a new camera).

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