If You Can't Say Anything Nice...

[Mango]

Oh yea! Amen bro.

I'm only going to comment on one person because everyone said what I would have said already, but Steele Mama is the coolest grandmother I ever have met--always educating herself in school, volunteers, great sense of humor- the ultimate!

 

[Smiling JOe]

Corky, I'm not limiting you to three things, just suggesting to post at least three, even though there are hundreds.

Corky- best fashion for her dog
Kickball Kelli -- for starting kickball
BB & FFF -- extremely welcoming and inviting
Cheri Jean - gives mucho lovin'
Allifunn - one heck of a funn cook
Abe Drinkin' - one heck of a funn cook and Margarita maker
the dargs -- one heck of a nice family, with so much to share
john r -- a great friend to know, and has some outstanding AV skills
olive -- just looking at her makes me smile
shelly -- not afraid to stand alone for a while
goofer - genuine, sincere, caring
tootsie - best authentic Italian cook -- yummy!
the entire steele family - good stuff all around

 

[scooterbug44]

This thread rocks!

I think everyone covered it already, so I'll just say I love all the Sowallers!

 

[Jdarg]

I've been meaning to add 2 people all morning...

Watercourse Way- I am thrilled to see her every time I see her, which is not near often enough. I wish I could give her the gift of more time right now.;-) She is such a wonderful addition to our community, the Rep, and our lives.

Someone else that I have thought about a lot this morning-

mdd88jd- otherwise known as Mark Davis, on the school board. His wise presence on the board makes him one of Walton County's best assets. I truly appreciate it when he takes the time to come on the SoWal board and engage in a meaningful and classy way with the parents and voters.

 

[steele mama]

I'm only going to comment on one person because everyone said what I would have said already, but Steele Mama is the coolest grandmother I ever have met--always educating herself in school, volunteers, great sense of humor- the ultimate!

I'm all out of my thank yous but Thank You! You are too sweet! Thanks for all of the insight you share on the board and for your job as monitor. It is much appreciated.

 

[Beachbummette]

Each and everyone on the board. I am always amazed at the wonderful and diversified people here.

Ummmmmmm, how 'bout October 11th at Grayton Beach?!

 

[NoHall]

Would you believe that out of the gazillion PMs, phone calls, visitor messages, and messages that happen on the other board, I've only had ONE (former) SoWaller who wasn't completely wonderful? I've even had pleasant fights with SoWallers.

What an amazing bunch of people. (Thank you all especially for the get-well wishes and advice during the last couple of terribly boring days.) Y'all are good people.

 

[Carol G]

Wow, I just signed on for a SoWal *quickie* before bed, and found this thread. Steeling1 and jdarg, you made my night... as did everyone who posted with great, kind things to say about a group of wonderful people. Such a breath of fresh air, and so much good karma!

I'm in Chicago right now, attended my 20th high school reunion this weekend, and have been spending the past few days in a whirlwind of family, friends, love & laughter, and this great sense of being "home" which can only come from being back in the place where you grew up with the people who have known you forever...

... and yet, here I am, checking in on SoWal. Ya'll are my home-away-from-home, and we are all so blessed to have this community.

My list (just a quick start, there are so many more...)

Kurt & Tootsie for starting it all, great vision.

The Darg family for being such wonderful, energetic people. I love visiting you, I just grin and watch and listen to your amazing family, there is so much light and love in your home.

Smiling JOe, you have such a calming effect on me; when I see you, online or in person, I know everything is going to be OK. And you have the kindest eyes I've ever seen.

My Rep family - steeling1, RepComic, choover, Hop, JohnR, kase, the dargs (again)... There aren't enough kind words in the English language for you folks. Thank you.

Punzy for being so passionate and stretching my mind, and Skunky too, but also for coming up with some of the funniest stuff I've read on here. I randomly think of the word "hoo-ha" and laugh out loud on regular basis. SWGB has to share that honor, he always makes me laugh and brightens my day.

 

[Smiling JOe]

Speaking of Skunky and Punzy,

Punzy bakes the best sweets, and they are so good that I usually break my no sweets rule to eat them.

Skunky is the best online medical doctor I know -- Very level heading and calming.

WaterCourseWay -- what a gem!

I think I've already given some love to the Steele family, but just wanted to reiterate that they are one of my many second families, and I think they are a real treat. I think I've spent most of the big holidays with them, like Christmas, Thanksgiving, and July 4th. I can eat only so much, but I am very honored to be invited by numerous people to share holiday meals. My neighbors, friends, and even almost complete strangers are always extending the invitation to join them -- This area is just special like that.

Speaking of special holiday dinners, where is Donna (Conch Out)? I miss her on here. That lady can cook!

GraytonKid, a good guy to know, and very talented -- I have video of him playing the drums.

Interestingly, I think I have as many friends under age 16 and above age 65, as I have in between. There are some great kids around here, and some awesome "experienced" people, too. Much to learn from all.

 

[Jdarg]

BIG BUMP!!! I was looking for something else- and found this wonderful thread from last fall started by Steeling1. Maybe I am a little nostalgic on this first day of school, but it was fun reading back through this thread.