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It was a late night...

The benefit for our friend went off without a hitch.
The dinner, that consisted of the juciest, tenderest roast beef on homemade buns, was a hit. The beef was accompanied by a crisp caesar salad and a variety of desserts. There was a cash bar and fresh cappuccino coffee to drink.
The music was a treat, as well. There are so many local artists willing to share their voices and their music.
The hall was overflowing with people, love and good cheer. There was the odd tear shed, as well.
The live and silent auctions were well met, too. The auctioneer is a local coffee shop owner, so he was able to cast out a few one-liners to several of the bidders.
At last count, which was done early in the evening, the total funds raised had reached $25,000.00, but that total did not include door entrance nor the cash bar.
It was good to see old friends again. Many of them we know from our skiing community, so talk of getting in those first turns was the usual topic of conversation.
Toward the end of the evening, the steadfast boyfriend of our fallen comrade made an eloquent (if not slightly drunken...) speech. He also read a note that she sent to all of us from her hospital bed. The words were full of hope and sights set to the future.
We ate, drank and danced till well after midnight.

Today is a quiet day while we clear our heads after the fun we had last night.