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Thanks John, you are THE man!  ~ Nancy Hadaway

If any of you would be interested, go to Itazuke’s web site at (www.Itazuke.org) for the details, or telephone Carol Scavetta at (702) 207-0061.   ~ John Gordon

November 2, 2006 - To all my classmates and friends:  A couple of weeks ago I found myself a customer of "911", being rushed to the hospital, not knowing "what" was wrong, only to find out upon arrival that I had suffered a heart attack.  Up to that moment, I'd only experienced heart problems when I was romantically involved with an assortment of females throughout my journey through life.

After nearly a week in the hospital I was very anxious to get home while at the same time, I was naturally very apprehensive about what had occurred and what lay ahead.

I've been home for a little over a week and I'm looking forward to the completion of whatever treatments/procedures the doctors have planned for me, and being able to put all of this behind me. 

Sometimes wonderful things emerge from not-so-wonderful happenings.   Such has been the case for me.  While I was in the hospital, wondering what was next and trying to figure out how I'd missed the "warning signs", my Barbara would visit me each day and bring with her "get well" cards sent to me from so many of you.  The onslaught of cards with their thoughts and prayers for me continued throughout that week and on into the following days after I'd returned home.  I've never stopped to count but it would appear that I've received about 50-60 based upon glancing at their display that sits in my living room.

During the last 6 or so years, many of you came to know me as the "Reunion Organizer", the person you sent your registrations to, and the "emcee" at our wonderful Reunions.  Unfortunately, our gatherings have never afforded either you or me enough time together, but we both have come to appreciate what we've created together.

Many of you have come to know first-hand how much the Sasebo Experience has meant to me, and I've been rewarded throughout the experience learning first-hand how much Sasebo and your friends meant to you.

I want to thank all of you for your kind thoughts and prayers sent my way.  I look forward to many more gatherings to be shared with each of you.  ~ John Gordon

August 22, 2006 - Wayne Hansen has volunteered to help us with editing photos for posting on the website.  Photos should be "burned" to a CD and then mailed to Wayne along with any info that would assist him in identifying all the smiling faces.  Thank you, Wayne!

Wayne Hansen
PO Box 190
Avila Beach CA 93424

July 29, 2006 - FLASH!  It has come to my attention that there is an internet website called tripres.com that is currently offering a room rate at the Orleans of $34 + tax per night during the dates of our Reunion.  In order to get this deal, you must either contact tripres.com, or you can call the Reservation desk at the Orleans, tell them that tripres.com has a rate of $34, and you'd like the Orleans to give you the "Guaranteed Lowest Rate".  For those of you that reserved your room under the Sasebo Reunion block, your room rates have "automatically" been reduced from our original rates of $70.  I was able to convince the Sales Department a couple of weeks ago to "automatically " do this since their "rack rate" had been reduced as part of a Summer Special.  I was able to do this because this was a change in the Orleans' published rates.  Many of you have made your room reservations through other sources such as other internet sites (hotel.com, Priceline, Expedia, etc.), air/hotel packages, and as a result, you see no need to change.  For those of you who reserved your room under the Sasebo Reunion block, should you wish to try to get the tripres.com deal, you need to do it on your own.  I cannot get the Orleans to automatically match the rate for you.  IMPORTANT!!  Should you opt for the tripres.com deal, MAKE SURE THAT YOU CANCEL YOUR CURRENT RESERVATION.  YOU DON'T WANT TO END UP WITH TWICE AS MANY ROOMS AS YOU NEED.  As of today, the rack rate has inched up to $65 per night during our Reunion dates, but the rates I was able to get reduced for those under the Sasebo reunion block will remain in effect.  Either way, everyone is now getting room rates lower than when we started out.  WHEW!!!  LET'S GET THIS PARTY STARTED!!!!  ~ John Gordon

June 11, 2006 - Hi All, the current roster of REUNION 2006 registrations is posted.   As additional registrations arrive, the roster will be updated.  Get ready to party!

May 23, 2006 - Marilyn Langschwager (Hinderks) aka Ace Detective writes:  Went by the Orleans...Very..Very Nice...(much more everything than the Nugget)...pools beautiful..gym has it all ,and it's right by the pool... A Salon and Spa and a bowling alley that's so huge it has tournaments, 16 theatres and Seattle's Best Coffee plus food everywhere and the Seafood part of their BIG Buffet is unbelievable...with a great Japanese restaurant. Bars everywhere  with Many shops and ICE CREAM if that's not enough you can just go a few blocks to the heart of Vegas.

May 21, 2006 - ***REUNION ALERT - CHANGE OF HOTEL*** - I have just learned that the Golden Nugget Hotel will be unable to provide certain facilities that impact our upcoming Reunion.  The Nugget, under new ownership, has begun an extensive re-modeling/construction effort.  This construction will result in the closure of their showroom along with their swimming pool and lounge during the dates of our reunion.  With the showroom closure, attending a show as planned cannot happen.  Additionally, the swimming pool and main lounge that have been significant meeting and gathering places in previous reunions will not be available for our use.

As a result, a decision has been made to MOVE our reunion to the Orleans Hotel & Casino (orleanscasino.com).  Other than the inconvenience that change always brings about, the lone downside to this decision is the slightly higher room rates at the Orleans ($70) versus the contracted rate ($55) at the Nugget.  However, given the adverse effect of the construction at the Nugget, the decision to move the Reunion to the Orleans with its swimming pool and several lounges should provide a better overall experience and will help offset the difference in room rates.  

The Orleans does have a few extra facilities, such as a bowling alley, shuttle to/from the Strip, movie theaters, and an ice cream parlor.

Dates of the Reunion and events remain the same, only the hotel venue has changed.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:  If you've made room reservations at the Golden Nugget, you need to cancel them (1-800-634-3454) and make new reservations at the Orleans, call (1-800-675-3267).  Remember to tell them you're with the Sasebo Reunion.

We regret the inconvenience ......STUFF HAPPENS!!!

John Gordon info@SaseboAlumniAssoc.org

May 20-21, 2006 - Alert - The password-protected portions of the website are temporarily unavailable.  A problem ticket is open with our web host to resolve this issue.  Thanks for your patience.  Nancy (Webmaster) info@SaseboAlumniAssoc.org

April 23, 2006 - Jo Wilson-Emerson is putting together a Memorial Book to honor classmates that have died.  If you know of anyone, please send their names, years in Sasebo, date of death and any other information that could be included in the book.  Jo feels it is very important to honor these folks with a remembrance at the Reunion.  Forward to  info@SaseboAlumniAssoc.org

April 11, 2006 - WE'RE WAITING...all you "potential" procrastinators...This isn't E.J. King...There's no goofing off like you once did in class...This is serious stuff.  Your friends are waiting for you, so get with it, and reserve your place next to them this coming August.  This is the closest you'll ever get to the Teen Club, the Main Gate, or Black Market Alley again, so don't pass it up.  There are "no guarantees" that there will be a next time.  

February 19, 2006 - Check out Sasebo's 10 Most Wanted list for information on how to find missing classmates.  Do you know any of the people on the list?  Or can you contribute any tips on how to find them?  

November 26, 2005 

Susan Smiley (Acker) writes:  "My father was Cdr. Creath B. Smiley and was the Supply and Fiscal Officer in Sasebo from 1960-1965.  My mother was Jane Smiley and she taught English to the wives of the Japanese Navy.  I lived in the apartment in Dragon Heights for a year or so in Apartment 11 on the 4th floor.  I lived there with the McFadden kids, Johnny Fisher, the Gianni's, and Mitchells.  I then moved to one of the houses, T-588 in Dragon Heights.  It was the last house on the hill before going down that really long road down to the bottom the main street.  Up behind us was the NHK TV station.  I remember spending time at Christy's [Huggins] home and I remember the time my father got all those Chatty Cathy dolls and gave them to the kids they all took care of.  I have 6 sons who are all grown, but can still sing "dongkuri kora kora" and "kimegai yo"...among other songs that I taught them as youngsters.  My husband and I will definitely try to make the reunion."

November 20, 2005 - "There's always a "first" who signs up for each Reunion, and this year it was Lyn Farwell (Kenney), who was a student in Sasebo in the 60's.  This is not Lyn's first Reunion, and she will be helping others and me in continuing the success that each of our Reunions have experienced.  Lyn will be coordinating one of our "optional" events this Reunion, our Inaugural Golf Tournament.  I know that our Reunion is nearly 10 months down the road, but that is done purposely so each of us has plenty of time to schedule and plan the trip.  Hey, what better Holiday gift to give ourselves than committing now, to this gathering of classmates and friends next summer?" ~ John 

November 13, 2005 - Sasebo Reunion 2006 information is posted!!  Details. 

November 10, 2005 - Classmates have contacted us saying that they cannot reach other classmates because contact information is out of date.  If your info has changed (address, phone, e-mail), please send updates to info@SaseboAlumniAssoc.org.  Let's not lose touch with each other!

September 27, 2005  

Matt Johnson writes:  "I was one of 12 who graduated in 1993."  (Sasebo ? - 1995)

Nancy Suderno (Carter) writes:  "Mom and Dad told of their adventures and trip to Sasebo and it is a word that has remained in my vocabulary for the rest of my life."  (Sasebo 1954)