We are moving toward the 45th class of 1980 reunion in June (19-21) 2025. Of course, we will be joined by our lovely friends in the classes of ’79 and ’81.
As I write this, classmates are living the life of Riley in Park City, Utah, at a winter gala mini-reunion. On the ski slopes of Utah, Riley is a long way from home. I had requested updates, but the response has been radio silence.
Although I’ve retired from most of my health and medical writing, let me share this item with the class: The U.S. surgeon general has identified loneliness as a major public health risk, on par with smoking 15 cigarettes a day.
Our relationship with one another is based in the now. Forty-seven years have slipped away, but time has left us with more than boring stories of glory days. We still have one another.
I found the Covid-related travel restrictions daunting and wound up aborting several international trips. Since many of these restrictions have been eased, I’ve been ready to travel again, as have many of our classmates.
A final report on my congressional campaign: As I said on election night to a large crowd, I am grateful for the great class of 1980 and humbled that people who knew me when I was 17 would still support me for U.S. Congress.
Our class held a mini reunion on October 9-12 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Brian Boyer and his wife, Gretchen, opened up their beautiful log cabin home in the Santa Fe Hills for the opening gathering.