OUR AMAZING TRIP TO
Thanks so much for including Di and I as non-bridge players……. Sometimes we just don't realise how little we see of dear friends even when they are nearby. You did an outstanding job with the organisation so I hope all your people are as appreciative as we are - it was just so easy for us not to have to think about organising anything. I just hope you managed to have good fun too while taking such good care of everyone. Denham, eat your heart out!
Thanks again my friend. Look forward to seeing you soon
xxLinda ♠ ♥ ♦ ♣
Just want to say that I had a fabulous time. The resort
was fantastic, the food - fantastic, bridge - fantastic - weather -
fantastic, people - fantastic - the whole trip - fantastic!!! I
could not fault it, so thank you very much for all the effort and work you put
into making it such a memorable holiday. You are - fantastic!
See you Monday.
Lesley ♠ ♥ ♦ ♣
Hello Denise, It was without doubt
a very successful association between the two clubs and all that went with it.
Just a little game of cards, but some much fun and enjoyment is gained from
it. For those that never try it, they miss much, or so I believe.
Say Hi to all your gang for me and tell them what a pleasure it was to direct
such a knowing group, I wasn't called upon to sort out any discrepancies.
Shows what a good job their teacher has done for them. Have a safe
journey home and who knows one day we may meet up again, I hope so.
Cheers Derek Priest, The
Master of The Hub.
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Dear Denise
Thanks for all your efforts on my behalf - I did enjoy the trip & could well be interested in further ones. Saw Lenora last night at bridge - seems much better & said she had already had a report from you. (Unfortunately Lenora had to withdraw due to illness). Ed.
Love, Deirdre
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Dear Denise,
VERY many thanks for all the energy and hard work you put in to make the trip
to Phuket worthwhile and fabulous.
I, for one, enjoyed myself enormously even though I was completely slothfull!
I hope we do get to meet again and very best wishes for organising
more trips yet.
Thank you once again.
Much love,
Diana. ♠ ♥ ♦ ♣
Hi D:
Thanks for organizing the Phuket holiday - it
was fun - we were a great bunch and my roomie was the
pick of them!
Lots love
rene ♠ ♥ ♦ ♣
Good morning Denise
At last I have downloaded my photos and have attached some for your newsletter
taken at the cooking school.
I had a phone call from Fay to say she had a wonderful holiday. We did
seem to hit it off which was excellent I thought.
thanks again for a great time
Mary ♠ ♥ ♦ ♣
21st
February – OUR VISIT TO
Thank you very much for a great trip. I had a wonderful time and experienced so
much. I enjoyed seeing a wide variety of
areas, the different cultures, the food - the shows were outstanding, all just
great. A big thank
you.
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Thank you for organising the tour, Denise. It was a wonderful holiday in the company of
special people. We appreciated the help
from everyone that was so readily forthcoming for us two “old fogies”. A question:
We brought home a “pee pee boy” to indicate water temperature for
Chinese Tea. Can anyone remember how it
works? I do know it needs to be soaked but not the correct sequence of soaking
in hot and cold water. I’m sure your next trip will be as successful.
Ralph & Asoki
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I have just finished about 2 hours on the computer
writing a day by day account of my thoughts and feelings for family and friends
as I really want to share it all. It was
an amazing experience and we didn’t expect to enjoy it so much. It was truly wonderful. We thank you so very much for letting us
share this experience with you and the group.
Best wishes, Manfred and Christine
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Many thanks to you and Patricia for
organising a great trip.
Speaking for myself it was a tremendous experience and one I thought I
would never undertake. So many great
memories.
Bev
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I loved the trip to
Thank you, Georgina
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If I can do this trip, anyone can! It was a marvellous, exciting, fun-filled
tour and a pleasure to meet such wonderful travelling companions. Thank you Travman Tours for putting together
such a great trip and also to Denise and Patricia for their help in making it a
holiday of a lifetime.
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Have recently arrived home from the amazing China Tour
after 3 great days in HK and wanted to say a big thank you for such a wonderful
experience. I thoroughly enjoyed every
part of the tour and witnessing such an extraordinary country and sights and
feel privileged to have been included and to have met such a friendly group.
Jean
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I
have for many years read and watched TV programs on
I
was delighted when Denise offered a trip with the company of people I knew,
together with their partners and friends. The trip was to most of the places
dreamt about.
I
was bombarded with the most amazing range of scenes.
We
have all seen
The
next day seeing and walking on The Great Wall built by the first Emperor to
stop invasions, then the Ming Tomb and the
Every
day brought more: the Terracotta Warriors, the
There
were sights I was not expecting. Literally millions of trees being planted,
beautiful flower gardens, very modern buildings and streets, cheek by jowl with
Chinese
architecture, hundreds of years old.
This trip
will stay in my memory for many years - not only
Gloria
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I learnt to play bridge nearly 20 years ago but at the
time was unable to devote the time I wanted to the game with only intermittent
opportunities to play. Three years ago I retired and took up bridge
again. I found “Seriously Social Bridge” and Denise Dodd and have been a
regular at the Tuesday session at Kedron ever since.
It’s just what Denise promised when I phoned. A
place where I interact with some wonderful people whilst playing a game I
love. Denise is a great teacher and having the ability to ask her advice
about a hand has seen my game (and more importantly, my confidence) improves
steadily over time. Whether you are a novice or experienced player,
“Seriously Social Bridge” is a great way to enjoy bridge.
Alana Pelly
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About 3 years ago after experiencing a rough path of
life, I decided I needed a new interest.
Some friends had taught me bridge so finding a partner and where to play
was the next idea. I saw Denise’s ad in
the Yellow pages. Contacting her was one
of my better ideas. She introduced me to
different partners until I found someone who was happy to play with me and I
with her. Seriously Social and Denise
has introduced me to some great people, holidays and opened up many more
avenues of interest for me.
I recommend anyone who is thinking of playing or
learning bridge to contact Denise.
Gloria French
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A little
under 2 years ago I answered an advertisement in the local paper advertising
bridge lessons for beginners. I went
along to the lessons tentatively - not knowing anything about bridge and having
no idea what to expect. As soon as we
walked into the room, Denise made all of us welcome.
Her
teaching skills are excellent and she is switched onto her students, adjusting
her level of assistance depending on the level of her students. The lessons
were wonderfully sequenced and logical.
Each lesson includes set practice hands with close follow-up by Denise.
Her
communication skills are extraordinary- both orally and in the written
form. Her explanations in games and
lessons are concise, and her newsletters and website are easily negotiated and
attractive. Players from beginners to
advance, find her approachable and helpful, always willing to assist and coach
players no matter what their level.
Her
commitment to bridge both as an advanced player and teacher shows through her
lessons and her role in supervised play.
She obviously loves the game and wants to share her enthusiasm with as
many people as she can.
Anyone
looking to learn a new skill have fun and meet new people – bridge is for you
and learning it with Denise just tops off the whole experience.
Jo Neary
Very beginner
player and bridge tragic.
Brisbane,
25th February 2010
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“When you
walk with me do not walk behind me for I may not always lead, do not walk in
front of me for I may not always follow, walk beside me and be my friend.”
Thank you for that wonderful quotation. I know Seriously Social Bridge is your
business but I think you go beyond that, so a big thank you. I love my bridge games at Kedron.
Beth O’Reilly
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