Dear Campers,

Greetings from the Bell Tower! We've seen our fair share of Million Dollar Mornings at Chippewa this summer. The weather has been great and Elk Lake is just as clear and blue as you remember it. Oh, and for you Constant Readers, my "Tankini" bathing suit is not only flattering, but quick-dry!

I still miss spying on campers and their counselors and reporting on the shenanigans each Friday night at Log. I've asked Deb Jordan Bryan, who now owns the Lodge, if she wouldn't mind arranging a weekly Log program with all the current homeowners at the CTC property. But she tells me that the embarrassing moments are now of a more 'adult' nature. I'm not sure what that means, but I'll take her word for it.

Luckily, Deb and I won't be the only Chippewa 'grads' in residence this year. Bizzy Allen Barr and Lisa Schwartz Diamost will host Reunion 2007 at the Chippewa property Saturday, Sept. 1 and Sunday, Sept. 2.

The formal activities are at a minimum but pack a powerful punch: Saturday night campfire with singing and stories, and, if past reunions hold...more than a couple of wine bottles. Sunday morning will feature a pancake breakfast at the Dutch oven...assuming it's been restored to something close to working order. If not, I'm sure those Chippewa gals will figure out a new plan for a group breakfast!

Bizzy and Lisa tell me they also are trying to convince Shorty and Susan to make an appearance, so it should be a special event.  If you want more information or to let Bizzy know you're coming, email her at EBARR@entergy.com.

I'm just so thrilled that CTC alums can't stay away from our little corner of the world. I hope to see as many of you as possible at the campfire on Saturday, Sept. 1. And don't be surprised if your favorite brown bat writes up a little letter and asks someone to read it at the campfire. You know how I LOVE to write about you gals!

Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Your friend,
Billy the Brown Bat