ALZHEIMER'S BLOGGING:

What a wonderful evening. Happy Valentines Day. Yes it is a day early but here in sunny Phoenix, Az Alzheimer's Association had their 2010 Gala Ball. It was at the Phoenician Resort. It was beautiful as we drove up the street into the yard of this resort with trees, flowers a water fall and a golf course with the prettiest green grass. Of course the weather here is a warm. It was a fancy affair, women had to wear a black dress and the men had to wear black dress pants, white dress shirt, black tie, and black suit coat. We were volunteers and each had a job. My husband's and my job was to usher people into the ballroom and help with the live auction. The resort was breath taking as we walked inside looking for the ballroom. the chandeliers were lots of cut glass that was sculpted into a cute design and the way the light passed through it was pretty. The lights on the wall resembled the chandeliers. There were tables lined up against the wall with a silent auction going on. Women were passing around appetisers and wine. A couple girls were passing around candy. There was also a photographer. It was amazing to see the people come in so dressed up in beautiful clothes coming to this event. A red rose was handed to everyone who paid for the affair.

Dinner included SALAD: Roasted Wild Mushroom Salad, Seasonal Greens, Parmesan Cheese, Pear Tomatoes, Mustard Vinaigrette. ENTREE: Blue cheese and Herb Crusted Filet Mignon w/Merlot Demi Glaze, Cauliflower Potato Puree Roasted Butternut Squash, Sauteed Spinach & Oven Dried Tomato. DESSERT: Dark Chocolate Mousse Dome with Macadamia Parfait Caramelized Nuts. coffee & tea service- glass mountain chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon

There was a live auction, paddle appeal, plus just some donating of money. In the end was Dancing. A couple from Fred Astaire was there dancing for every one also. There were a few couples that had to be in there 70's or more and they were on the dance floor cutting the rug. I loved seeing that.

I think about 180 people paid to go to the event. I hope we raised a good amount of money to help with the research to end this terrible disease. Remember life is short so enjoy each day.
Thank you Jimmy for a wonderful Valentines Date and Dinner and Dancing.

Sincerely,
Marie Fostino
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