DEAR ABBY. . .
by Donna Newberry
   Last Friday it was my pleasure to meet Abigail Van Buren, "Abby" to millions of the lovelorn. In real life, Abby is Pauline Phillips, happily married for 22 years and mother of 2 children, a daughter 19, and son 17.
   When Abby first entered the reception room of the Sentinel-Star, it was hard to realize that the trim little lady ("5 feet, nothing") wasn't an exquisite model instead. Her charm and poise were evident throughout the interview.
    Perhaps the highlight of the morning was when I innocently asked for the benefit of our own "Aunt Abyss" how you know when you are in love. Her answer was the most sensible, yet the simplest that I received from anyone. "It's when you're ready to dismiss every other boy from your mind and settle down with one for the rest of your life..."
    In addition, Abby stimulated a conversation concerning dating, going steady, marriage, etc. (It was a very enlightening discussion!) Afterwards, refreshments were served, and naturally all the WI-PA-HI-SC staff present took advantage of that opportunity!!!
   "Dear Abby" appears daily in over 500 newspapers. She receives from 8 to 10,000 letters a week, 25% of which come from teenagers.
   Perhaps it is her outlook on life that makes her the unusually entertaining, charming woman she is... Her favorite motto is, "When you pick a lemon, make a lemonade!"
by Sue Sturges
   Cheers to the Class of '61!. . . . Senior Recognition Day was "just like old times" -- Brought back memories of Goof Off Day with the Class of '59 when we Seniors were just "toddlers" -- Hope things continue to rock for the remainder of the term!...And say hey, don't forget the really big Senior Party at Rio Pinar tonight -- There's fun in store for all who wish to partake -- so guys, gals, and otherwise, don't be square, be there!
   Three Cheers to the Junior class for presenting such a lovely prim -- Everyone felt like they were perched on Cloud Nine in Seventh Heaven -- It was a beautiful dream come true!...Did anyone notice J.C. and J.B. dancing with their pants legs rolled up?--It looked as if they were wearing a tux jacket with Bermuda shorts legs.
    Absolutely ivy!...The sunrise at New Smyrna was gorgeous even though it was slightly chilly at that early hour!...Saw lots of 'Parkers there, enjoying the sun and fun -- Heard "Mac" bugged over, too, to check on the fellows!... April 22 found Miss Kay Persons entertaining with a delightful tea at the Jade Room -- Seen enjoying the delicious punch and petite fours were Susan Chace, Rose Vardell, Kay Osborn, Carole Tennesson, Pat Stephenson, Jackie Cottrell, Becky Thornton, Sherry Mason, Marilyn Murphy, Mary Carter, Jacque Cook, Fran Ussery, Linda Schmidt, Maurine Doggett, and many more!... Attention All Senior Girls -- You're invited to a tea on Sunday, May 7 from 2:30-5:00, at 1515 Glenco Road -- The hostesses will be Nancy Temple, Julie Baldwin, and Ann Spaulding ... If you get a chance, take in Gone With The Wind while it lingers at the Beacham -- This flick is well worth your time and money!... 'Til next time, Auf wiedersehn --- By the way, Spanish students, that's German for good-bye... Susie
22 More Days of School
May 11 and 12 -- State Band Contest in Miami
May 19 -- Band Assembly
May 20 -- College Board Exams
May 23 -- Senior Exams, periods 1 and 4
May 24 -- Senior Exams, periods 2 and 6
May 25 -- Senior Exams, periods 3 and 5
May 26 -- Senior Exams, periods 1 and 4: Underclassman assembly
May 29 -- Senior Exams, periods 2 and 6; Senior rehearsal at 12:15; Graduation in the Auditorium
May 30 -- Senior Exams, periods 3 and 5; Chem. II Exam at 8:30 a.m.
May 31 -- Underclass Exams; Senior rehearsal at 11:30, Mead Gardens
June 1 -- Underclassman Exams; Senior rehearsal at 11:30, Presbyterian Church, W.P.
June 2 -- Underclassman Exams; Class Day at 1:15
June 4 -- Baccalaureate Service at the WP Presbyterian Church at 8:15 p.m.
June 5 -- Graduation Exercises at Mead Gardens, 8:15 p.m.
DCT At Work
   The D.C.T. has really taken the beautification program of our school seriously. Under the direction of Mr. Rehmond they have put up all the posts around the auditorium, taking time off their jobs in the afternoons to do it. Mr. Rehmond and the D.C.T. should certainly be commended for the wonderful job they have done.

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