Spring Auction

Saturday, April 10 turned out to be a beautiful spring day in Moscow and a perfect day for the Chapter O Spring Auction. This has turned in to an annual event where sisters gather, enjoy a yummy brunch, and generate income for the P.E.O. projects. Louise opened her home to us and we visited with one another while perusing all the fun items available in a silent auction. The selection was wonderful: scones & tea, original watercolor paintings, jewelry, handmade cards and so many more delightful items! Louise served a delightful brunch with quiche, spinach salad, pastries, strawberries and a very popular rainbow layered Jello treat!

Along with a great turnout by Chapter O members, we were introduced to several guests! Thanks to our hostess, Louise, and organized ways and means committee chairperson, Jenny, for a fun morning.

Founder's Day 2010

Marralee, Barbara, Judy, State Officer Judy V and Susan enjoying conversation following a lovely Founder's Day celebration hostessed by Chapter CC. Founder's Day is a great time to get together with all the Moscow area P.E.O.'s. We were blessed with the attendance of past state presidents and a representative of the Idaho State Chapter Executive Board. We shared a tasty salad lunch and heard a narrative history of our founding sisters. We also learned about the interesting connection between Alice Bird's father and the history of Idaho. Chapter O will hostess Founder's Day next year. Save the date...Saturday, March 5.

Chapter O Christmas Angel

Chapter O member Joanna appears as our very own Christmas angel. This photo was forwarded to me by Chapter O sister Louise. She shared that they played with some photography special effects this summer at the family cabin. Joanna's inner angel came shining through.

Wishing you all the joys of this season. May your days be merry and bright!

I'm A Star Goes Vegas, Baby!

Chapter O's I'm A Star recently visited sin city accompanied by Chapter O President, Kris. I'm A Star is seen here (on the right) following attendance at the Chapter G, Nevada regular meeting on October 19. The Stratosphere and Vegas strip can been seen in the background.

Chapter G meetings on Monday evenings and Saturday mornings. Their evening meetings are held in the Spanish Trail residential clubhouse. The program on changes to the International Constitution, was presented by former Nevada State Chapter president, Johanna. Chapter G's Treasurer is former Chapter O member and University of Idaho graduate, Julia.

I'm A Star's travels will be chronicled on future postings. Stay tuned...

The P.E.O. Bed And Breakfast Experience

Staying at a P.E.O. Bed and Breakfast is like visiting a good friend. I experienced this firsthand when my BIL and I stayed in the home of Frank and Susie in East Wenatchee, Washington. Their beautiful home was welcoming and comfortable. Susie greeted us and gave us recommendations for local restaurants and served us warm apple pie for dessert. We shared chapter fundraising ideas, recipes, and talked about our children. Susie served a yummy breakfast the next morning. The money earned supports our P.E.O. projects.

I'm A Star!

Idaho State Chapter President, Faye, has chosen "Angel Wings and Starlit Things" as her theme for the year. She shared her vision at Idaho State Convention held at Moscow in May, 2009. She created an angel she called "I'm A Star" to remind each chapter of their special angel. Each chapter delegate delivered the I'm A Star poster to her chapter to participate in meetings and special occasions. Chapter O member, Jackie, decorated our angel and brought her to the first meeting this fall. Our angel is a vision in pink and lavender. She will watch over our meetings and activities this year and then make her arrival at the 2010 Convention. Check back to see where I'm A Star makes an appearance.

Chapter O Picnic 2009

Thanks to some of our favorite B.I.L.'s, Chapter O members enjoyed a fun cookout picnic last evening. The weather was perfect for outdoor dining. Jerry and the boys grilled Flying W Texas Longhorn beef burgers on the grill. Chapter O sisters brought delicious side dishes and salads. Wow! What a spread. And, what a great way to say "goodbye" to our sister, Christy, as she heads off to new adventures in Idaho Falls. Christy and her children took time off from packing to join us for the picnic. Christy's husband has found them a place to live and they will be settling in by the end of the week.