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GOOD
COMPANIONS
Our December meeting was as in other years, taken forward
by one week, when we met together for our Christmas tea.
The Village Hall being beautifully decorated (thanks to whoever
was responsible, probably Ben & Peggy !) was most welcoming
for Members and guests alike, the latter being those who had
spoken at our meetings, provided transport, the caretakers
and helpers. Unfortunately nine folk were unable to attend,
but never-the-less there were 43 of us there. A welcome was
given to all by 'Chair' after which we spent time
singing some of our favourite carols accompanied by John at
the piano. This was followed by a short time thinking about
'the meaning of Christmas, and a poem 'No Room - Make
Room' written and read by 'Yours truly'.
Gifts were handed to our guests, and before tea was served
a beautiful Azalea was presented to me by Gladys, from my
'Committee Girls' which was much appreciated.
All tables were identical in decor, and we did a 'turn
around' to take our positions for tea, previously prepared
in the kitchen and served by the hostess for each table. There
was a varied selection of savoury and sweet, not forgetting
of course the traditional sausage rolls and mince puffs (not
pies!) Cards were then delivered to each Member from
the Club and their friends, and the raffle table which was
full to overflowing with a great assortment of things, very
quickly was looking rather empty.
All too soon the afternoon had slipped by and it was time
to head for home, but not before singing "We wish you
a Merry Christmas" and delving deep into Father Christmas'
sack for a small gift.
Those wishing, had transport home mostly by guests, and as
some ladies had been busy clearing and washing up in the kitchen
whilst the raffle was being drawn, and we were asked if we
would leave the table dressings for another function later
in the hall, a quicker getaway was possible for the two in
the rearguard party!
So ends another year in the life of Good Companions. We now
look forward to the year ahead with the various topics which
will be awaiting us each month. If anyone out there
feels they would like to come along and. try us out, you would
be very welcome. It is Good
company, a Good
tea and Good value
at Subscription £4 per annum. 4th Thursday of the
month, 2.30. at The Village Hall.
Next Meeting 23rd February John 'Experiences
in the Ant-Arctic.
Freda Sheppard.
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