November 25, 1991

Sharon has no horror stories to tell us about Arlington, no second thoughts to convey.  1992 will be a year of change from day one.  Why does this observation resonate so loudly?  I seem to want to find a way out just to avoid what I strongly feel is going to be a major head-buttin' process next year.

After supper I attend a fundraiser for Chuck Chvala at the Weinstein's.  What a house:  wood, stone, glass, and open space in an architectural style that hearkens back to the late 1950s, the premier example being the Mount Rushmore chateau in "North by Northwest".  I'm a little nervous about making a solo appearance, but I see many familiar faces within minutes of my arrival.  I can then relax.

August 7, 1991

The day passes quickly.  I continue to work on the long range plan and budget proposal  After work, I attend a fundraiser for Chuck Chvala at Larry and Martha's.  Great turnout, although the congestion of people in the kitchen and dining room makes that side of the house a little steamy.  While I'm chatting with Doug and Karen, Coral congratulates me on my Librarian of the Year award.  I think she wrote one of my letters of support.  JoAnna and Andy attend, but they leave before I do.  Andy doesn't act up too much.  I gotta admit I'm proud of that little guy.

The others have already eaten by the time I get home.