"Melba's Jammin'" > wrote in message
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> The First Lady of my state has invited me to a dinner in my honor.
>
> OK, me and maybe 45 others. (Details, details)
>
> How cool is that? Something about "notable women." (And here I was
> hoping it was because I'm so darned cute.) The letter accompanying the
> invite states her belief that the Governor's Residence should be used,
> in part, to host events celebrating the diverse accomplishments of my
> state's women. She read the article about my canning prowess in a local
> feminist newspaper and decided she'd like to have me to the annual
> dinner she's held since her husband took office 2-1/2 years ago.
> Personally, I think she's cadging for some homemade jam and pickles.
> And what kind of guest would come without a hostess gift? Hmmmmm? I
> will certainly include pickle hats, too.

I'm so proud of you! Congratulations!

nancy