Sylvia's Journal

Save the date: Sunday, August 26th @ noon. Fatu had the idea of having a big party/fundraiser at the house. Something like $10 (?whatever you can give…a quarter pays for parking, after all) gets you an afternoon of music, tons of delicious food (African, BBQ, etc) and a bonfire (plus, of course, delightful company). Axel should be home on the 16th – so this gives him a week to get used to being back on the homestead. I think by then the two of them should be able to last through the day, and will enjoy seeing as many of you as possible. They’ll also be close to their beds, so they can retreat if necessary.
So – speaking of music and parties – if anyone knows of any bands that might be fun (who are willing to donate their time) please let me know. I will try to arrange for my musical compatriots to come and play, but I think we could have lots of people play. My father mentioned Lark’s band – send ideas my way (I’ll act as entertainment coordinator).
I realize this is going to take place on a Sunday, but this is the only day that works – I arrive home on Saturday night (midnight) from Dallas, and Tessa leaves for Canada on the 31st – hopefully there is enough time for people to make it happen.
This makes me think, too, that it might be a good idea for people to email me/tessa and let us know if they are going to come. This way Fatu won’t make food enough for 10,000 when only 10 people are going to come.
Also – if anyone wants to – you are welcome to stay and camp out at the house (assuming good weather)…I think we have some late night bonfire/guitar playing around the fire planned…(we also have 2 bedrooms available for guests – one with a full futon and the other with a single bed).