Hi all,
The first summer I arrived at Winedale in 1989, Doc put a fax on the bulletin board. It was a facsimile of a handwritten note welcoming us all to Winedale and telling us what joys lay ahead. It was from a woman named Joy Howard. It was a warm and wonderful greeting, and it immediately struck me that someone I didn't even know was thinking about me arriving at Winedale. She expressed both hopes for me and expectations of me. She signed it, "Thine by yea or nay."
That message meant so much to me that I removed it from the bulletin board, and I still have it somewhere. I would send a copy, but I couldn't find it today in my rush to prepare for Winedale.
One week from today, 17 students who have never participated in the summer Shakespeare at Winedale program will arrive at the dorm. I have a favor to ask. Could you write them a note, please? I will post the emails on the board. I want them to know what an amazing community they've entered into. It doesn't have to be long—just a note, like Joy's, telling them you are thinking of them as they embark on a summer of discovery.
Love and thanks to all, Madge
Dearest Madge,
I will summon my young self, summer 1975, and write a note. Thank you for asking! A lovely idea.
XXXX Mary
Mary Collins 646-554-3076 collinsmary166@gmail.com
On Sat, Jun 1, 2024 at 6:59 PM Madge Darlington mmdarlington@gmail.com wrote:
Hi all,
The first summer I arrived at Winedale in 1989, Doc put a fax on the bulletin board. It was a facsimile of a handwritten note welcoming us all to Winedale and telling us what joys lay ahead. It was from a woman named Joy Howard. It was a warm and wonderful greeting, and it immediately struck me that someone I didn't even know was thinking about me arriving at Winedale. She expressed both hopes for me and expectations of me. She signed it, "Thine by yea or nay."
That message meant so much to me that I removed it from the bulletin board, and I still have it somewhere. I would send a copy, but I couldn't find it today in my rush to prepare for Winedale.
One week from today, 17 students who have never participated in the summer Shakespeare at Winedale program will arrive at the dorm. I have a favor to ask. Could you write them a note, please? I will post the emails on the board. I want them to know what an amazing community they've entered into. It doesn't have to be long—just a note, like Joy's, telling them you are thinking of them as they embark on a summer of discovery.
Love and thanks to all, Madge
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-- Be vigitant, I beseech you!
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Here you go! Wish I could be there with you and them!loveTerry On Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 06:59:35 PM EDT, Madge Darlington mmdarlington@gmail.com wrote:
Hi all, The first summer I arrived at Winedale in 1989, Doc put a fax on the bulletin board. It was a facsimile of a handwritten note welcoming us all to Winedale and telling us what joys lay ahead. It was from a woman named Joy Howard. It was a warm and wonderful greeting, and it immediately struck me that someone I didn't even know was thinking about me arriving at Winedale. She expressed both hopes for me and expectations of me. She signed it, "Thine by yea or nay." That message meant so much to me that I removed it from the bulletin board, and I still have it somewhere. I would send a copy, but I couldn't find it today in my rush to prepare for Winedale.
One week from today, 17 students who have never participated in the summer Shakespeare at Winedale program will arrive at the dorm. I have a favor to ask. Could you write them a note, please? I will post the emails on the board. I want them to know what an amazing community they've entered into. It doesn't have to be long—just a note, like Joy's, telling them you are thinking of them as they embark on a summer of discovery. Love and thanks to all,Madge
Madge, I am so excited for you!! Thinking of you as you embark on this summer of plays.
For the students:
Let yourself grow, make friends, and enjoy each moment. Through each character, each line, costume, lighting and prop, allow yourself to become more of who you are, and perhaps beyond who you think you are. You are creating something new through something old. Let your expression, sweat, effort and joy leave a lasting impression on the barn, the audiences, and one another that will last forever. ~ Adarsh, class of '98
On Sun, Jun 2, 2024 at 12:59 AM Madge Darlington mmdarlington@gmail.com wrote:
Hi all,
The first summer I arrived at Winedale in 1989, Doc put a fax on the bulletin board. It was a facsimile of a handwritten note welcoming us all to Winedale and telling us what joys lay ahead. It was from a woman named Joy Howard. It was a warm and wonderful greeting, and it immediately struck me that someone I didn't even know was thinking about me arriving at Winedale. She expressed both hopes for me and expectations of me. She signed it, "Thine by yea or nay."
That message meant so much to me that I removed it from the bulletin board, and I still have it somewhere. I would send a copy, but I couldn't find it today in my rush to prepare for Winedale.
One week from today, 17 students who have never participated in the summer Shakespeare at Winedale program will arrive at the dorm. I have a favor to ask. Could you write them a note, please? I will post the emails on the board. I want them to know what an amazing community they've entered into. It doesn't have to be long—just a note, like Joy's, telling them you are thinking of them as they embark on a summer of discovery.
Love and thanks to all, Madge
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Either way, Bruce. John wanted to mail his, so I sent the mailing address: Shakespeare at Winedale Winedale Historical Center 3738 FM 2714 ROUND TOP, TX 78954
Others emailed to the whole list and some have emailed me separately. It's been wonderful to receive all of these!
Thank you! Madge
On Mon, Jun 3, 2024 at 12:04 PM bruce meyer littlemeyer6@gmail.com wrote:
Madge For clarity, do you want a hard copy sent to an address, a soft copy email greeting sent to you, an email sent to this list serve or some combination? Thanks! Bruce
On Jun 1, 2024, at 6:59 PM, Madge Darlington mmdarlington@gmail.com wrote:
Hi all,
The first summer I arrived at Winedale in 1989, Doc put a fax on the bulletin board. It was a facsimile of a handwritten note welcoming us all to Winedale and telling us what joys lay ahead. It was from a woman named Joy Howard. It was a warm and wonderful greeting, and it immediately struck me that someone I didn't even know was thinking about me arriving at Winedale. She expressed both hopes for me and expectations of me. She signed it, "Thine by yea or nay."
That message meant so much to me that I removed it from the bulletin board, and I still have it somewhere. I would send a copy, but I couldn't find it today in my rush to prepare for Winedale.
One week from today, 17 students who have never participated in the summer Shakespeare at Winedale program will arrive at the dorm. I have a favor to ask. Could you write them a note, please? I will post the emails on the board. I want them to know what an amazing community they've entered into. It doesn't have to be long—just a note, like Joy's, telling them you are thinking of them as they embark on a summer of discovery.
Love and thanks to all, Madge
-- *Madge Darlington* mmdarlington@gmail.com (512) 627-6038
-- Be vigitant, I beseech you!
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