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VVV Family Association Reunion July 2009. San Diego, California Host – Jordan Johnston. The VVV Reunion was held at the Handlery Hotel and Resort. Jordan welcomed everyone to San Diego. The first night was an informal gathering.
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VVV Family AssociationReunion July 2009 San Diego, California Host – Jordan Johnston
Mary Wallace brought her g.g.grandmother’s cameo to show us.Cintha Vawter Robinson hid this treasure from the Yankees during the Civil War.
Brooke Bugos rang the traditional cowbell at the opening meeting and then led us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The MIDWAY!!! • Most of the VVV cousins took the tour of the USS Midway on Thursday. • It is now a museum on the waterfront of South Bay. • It is the most decorated ship in history (at least that still floats) • It was in service for 50 years • Many different styles of planes are displayed on the flight deck
The Waterfront!!! See old ships….. • The Star of India • Russian submarine • The ship from “Master and Commander” • Early ferry from Seattle
The weather was just beautiful. July average temperatures: High - 76 degrees F Low – 66 degrees F
Many cousins enjoyed going to the World Renowned San Diego Zoo It is located in the heart of San Diego and the trolley will get you there
A few people went to the Wildlife Park • Located north of town • More of a natural habitat environment
The PadresBaseball team PETCO park was built in 2004 Many of the VVV cousins attended a baseball game. Most rode the Trolley.
The San Diego trolleyan easy way to get around town, once you figure it out !!
Garland and Mary Wallace and Beth Melton compare notes after the genealogy session.
Vice President Shirley Beasley took over when Jordan went home because of a family emergency.
The oldest and youngest:Brooke Bugos and Fred Wicker Rebecca Cummings came from Hawaii
Norma Wicker made a beautiful cross for the auction. Rhonda Pennington brought a wonderful handmade quilt.
Ellen invited everyone to Virginia for the 2010 VVV reunion.
Thank you, Daria and Kaitlin for taking • Such good photos.