posted 03/16/11 12:41 PM
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Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

By Jan Gillis
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Oh, what a night we all had! How can I adequately express our gratitude for such a profound display of love and support? I do so hope that each of you who came had a wonderful time, reconnected, and made a few toasts to friendship. To those who came and weren't able to gain entry, I apologize. To those who found room and joined in the festivities, that was flabbergasting! Phil absolutely enjoyed himself and seeing all of you. Yes, he was overwhelmed - for a bit! He was truly taken aback. I don't think he realized how much he is still adored. Over the course of that evening and over the past few days while thinking back over the party, so many rich memories and warm thoughts hit his heart, and they will continue to do so. The parts each of you have played in his personal story will remain with him always. Thank you.

This party was a success because so many people put forth their time and effort to make it happen. I must extend a huge thank you to Jim Kuehn for assisting me with this endeavor and helping to get invites to those in the real estate world. I couldn't have pulled it off without you, Jim. Also, Thank you, Marci, for your lively spirit and willingness to get photos of all whom came through the door! You are the greatest. Thanks so much, Print and Copy of Hailey for being patient with me and always on time; to Nexstage Theatre allowing me to borrow the dais at the last minute, to all those at SHORTY’S for assisting me in distributing invites, to Leah and KECH for running the announcement to all whom I had no clue as to how to reach; to George Kohn, for your time and effort spent spreading the word in Seattle, Washington; to Sun Valley Online for availing your service for a vaster viewership; and big kudos to Idaho Mountain Express and The Weekly papers for your assistance in getting the word out. Thank you to all of you!

Where else but the Pioneer could this party have taken place? It's Phil's second home, and for good reason. I can't expound enough upon how superb all who work at The Pioneer are, as bartenders, hosts, wait staff and friends. You are the reason Phil feels so at home there. You welcome him each night, secure him a seat, and generally spoil him with kindness. Thank you so much for sharing in his special evening. Duffy, thank you for allowing me to pull this off! I shall never forget. Also, to all the Pioneer family of regulars who willingly availed their time to pass on the invites, I thank you.

On a personal note--but one I want to share with everyone else, too-- thank you to all the girls coming home to spend the 80th with your Dad. He loves you all more deeply than words can express, and seeing you all together tickled him to the bottom of his heart.

We are lucky to live within such a lovely community. God Bless you all.

Warmest Regard,

Jan Gillis

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