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Carla Brophy's avatar

Again, your story telling took me to that time and that spot!!! And yes, I’d have asked him for a second date too😂😂😂

Can’t wait to see you Saturday and get a book 😘

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Thomas Hall's avatar

Yes Carla, another well told tale. I’m glad you’re coming to the gardens Saturday. Hugs.

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Jenks Farmer's avatar

Oh great Looking forward to catching up.

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Mike Oppenheim's avatar

This was SO FUN to read! Thanks!

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Henriette Hall's avatar

Hi Sweet Jenksie--I believe I was on Commission then and being medical supervisor at the Jail, that may have been my bright idea ?? I do remember that a few times the 'trustee's' picked up litter on the river, they loved being outside and did an excellent job !

As usual, your stories make my heart happy. Love to Tom.

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Jenks Farmer's avatar

I never even met any of the board or commission so have no idea who's idea this was but the pr fiasco ensured two things: 1. I got to hire my own staff and 2. I called up that reporter and hooked up with him for about ten years. So if it was you, thanks!

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Diane Perdue-Shupe's avatar

Laughed at this the first time I read it too!!

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Dallas Anne Duncan's avatar

Free press FTW! Having grown up near Augusta, I was a frequent visitor to the Riverbanks Zoo and we usually parked at the gardens for a scenic walk in. I haven’t been to the area in a long time, but the next time I go, I have no doubt this story will be on my mind.

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