LETTERS From CAMP Rehoboth |
Making Waves |
by Tricia Massella |
There's no doubt to the adage, "It's a small world." Two people who hadn't seen each other in years were reunited at the Renegade's Ladies Tea Dance on Labor Day weekend. Well, let me start from the beginning. A few months ago I received the following letter from a reader in Washington, DC. Dear Tricia Massella, My name is Miguel Rodriguez and I have a house in Rehoboth Beach. Each weekend when I arrive, the first thing I do is get the Letters magazine and read it from cover to cover. I always enjoy your articles and the information on the happenings in the area. In issue number 6 you mentioned Amy O`Sullivan from New York City and placed a picture of her in your article "Making Waves." I couldn't believe my eyes, I thought I would never see her again. She was my roommate many years ago in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We lost track of each of other when I moved to Washington, DC. I would love to get in touch with her, please give her my information so we can meet again. Sincerely, Miguel It just so happened that Amy, a good friend of mine, was one of three house guests staying with me Labor Day weekend. I called her with the incredible news and proceeded to read Miguel's letter. Her exact words were, "Oh My God, it can't be." She immediately contacted him and they made plans to meet at the notorious Tea Dance hosted by DJ Jame Foks. The reunion was fantastic. They both looked like an advertisement for Hallmark with tears of joy streaming down their faces. They exchanged stories and reminisced about the old days and promised never to lose contact again. Having a great time with the girls, Miguel and his partner Syrel Fadullon, decided to stay through the final dance when bartenders Diana Hansen and Sammy Trail waved the traditional rainbow flags as their signature Tea closing. Later they joined us at the SUNDANCE 2000 auction for the incredible food, entertainment, and bidding. It was definitely a night to remember. The Renegade's annual Employee Drag Show provided an evening of fun-filled surprises for everyone. Participants, such as manager Wayne Hodge with the Renegade staff, and co-owner M. J. Stanton with the Celsius crew, wowed the audience with a slew of wild costumes and original entertainment. Music was provided by DJ Jeff Harrison. The night continued with a "going away" party for Brian Friend, who has decided to leave Rehoboth Beach and start a new career in Washington, DC. Several of his friends joined to bid farewell and wish him luck on his new venture. We'll all miss you Brian! Everyone else, stay where you are! There are plenty of things to keep us busy in the weeks to come... The Purple Parrot is handing out cash prizes each Friday and Saturday for the best Karaoke crooners, and The Beach House restaurant will continue with a DJ and dancing on Saturday nights from 10 p.m. Upcoming special events include, the Miss Gay Delaware 2001 Pageant at the Renegade, Sunday, September 24 at 9 p.m.; the annual Rehoboth Beach Sidewalk Sale, October 6-8; Rehoboth's Autumn Jazz festival, October 19-22; the Sea Witch Festival, October 28-29, the Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival, November 8-12, and much more. Check our CAMPdates listing for dates and times. Until next time... be safe and I'll see you around town.Tricia Massella is the Advertising Manager for Letters. If you have news you would like to share, call 302-227-5620 or email Dancespkr@aol.com. |
LETTERS From CAMP Rehoboth, Vol. 10, No. 13, Sept. 22, 2000. |