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Tony Henderson(left), Commonwealthof Virginia State Bodyguard,and Tom Franta, Convenor LauraHenderson’s husband (right), getthe traditional lunch ready afteropening ceremonies.Coincidentally, Tony Henderson’sgirlfriend, Tracy Vickers, recognizedOlen, not from Colonial Williamsburg,but as her former high school historyteacher! Small world. MembersHaskel Henderson and Anita Morrisof Gloucester, VA stopped by in theafternoon. Also on the guest registerwere Kevin Henderson, Jean Madden,Jim and Carolyn Smith, and DaveHenderson.We served a light lunch of smokedsalmon, crackers, cookies, cheese andfruit. Christian had provided thechampagne for our clan toast, whichI thought was beautifully articulatedby Tony, but darn it, I can’t rememberexactly how he spoke it, so I won’tmangle it in the retelling. Maybe he’llsay it again next year and I’ll have thepresence of mind to write it down.The games wrapped at about halfpast four, and with five of us breakingdown the tent, we made quick work of itand helped Christian load up the truck.We were all set to leave when Christianremembered that he had meant to gocollect a souvenir of bonnie Heatherfrom the vendor’s stalls, so he returnedto the field and we parted ways. Alldone for another year.Tony Henderson (Center) is appointed Bodyguard for the Commonwealthof Virginia by Christian Garin, Head of the Bodyguard (left); he wasnominated by Leon Hicks, Mid-East Commissioner (right).Richmond Highland GamesRichmond, Virginia22-23 October 2005by Christian GarinRichmond, Virginia—the lastgame of the season for me, and itis always full of surprises, of onesort or another. It proved to be the caseagain this year.I had started the journey on Fridaynight when I had accepted TonyHenderson’s Southern hospitality. Afteran evening of Irish Pub and shootingA talented Henderson (Richardand Mary Bartelt’s grandson, ofLynchburg, VA), performing hismagic juggling act.pool, I settled for too short a night. BothTony and I were bright and early thenext day and set off for the RichmondSpeedway, site of the 2005 Games. Withan 80% chance of steady rain the entireday in the forecast, we were lookingforward to a dull wet day as we havehad many in the past at this event.Comes surprise #1—it rained all day outand about the entire Commonwealth ofVirginia, but somehow, we never got adrop.Back to the set up…. It did not takelong for Tim Clonts to join Tony and I insetting up the tent. Rex and Pat Maddoxwere next to join, setting up the usualCOSCA corner under our canopy. LeonHicks was not too far behind, driving allthe way from Northern Virginia.Comes surprise #2—a steady flow ofmembers visited throughout the day,despite the gloomy forecast. And thisflow continued throughout the rest ofthe weekend, which brings surprise#3—it was beautiful, sunny and warmall day Sunday.A relatively large event it was, with 58tents and various societies present. Thenumber of vendors was not too shabbyeither. As to the entertainment, I hadso much fun at the tent that I paid littleattention to it, though I could not helpmyself going to see my friends Laura,Patrick and Rick from my neighborhoodband Trasna perform. www.trasnamusic.com.16 An Canach Winter 2006
Christian Garin (left), Leon Hicks (third right) and Michael Maddox (right)bribing Game judge during best clan tent evaluation.... Sorry, it won’t workthis time...As mentioned earlier, a large numberof members visited throughout theweekend and many helped with theday-to-day chores. What good is a Headof the Bodyguard without bodyguards?They were there, Tim Clonts, TonyHenderson, Michael Maddox andZeke Maddox. And it is after theopening ceremonies that I officiallyappointed Tony Henderson, nominatedby Commissioner Leon Hicks, asBodyguard for the Commonwealth ofVirginia. Members present includedthe Jarrells, Connie Gibas, Terry Cavet,Leon Hicks (right) practicing Henderson History lesson with Beth Johns andcompany.Richmond Convenor ChristianGarin reporting for duty.Head of the Bodyguard, ChristianGarin (second left) coaches BodyguardsZeke Maddox (left, TimClonts (second from the right) andMike Maddox (right) on importantpost opening ceremonies functions.He quotes: “... they learn fast!...”Donny Henderson, David and DawnHenderson, Gary and Mary Fichter,Lawson Shelton, Richard and MaryBartelt, Mike Peacock and many others.Many of them also joined on Sunday forthe Parade of the Clans. We had a total ofseven renewals, always a welcome signof commitment, and we welcome thefollowing new members: Frank Ramsey,C. Byron Henderson, Dana HendersonHughes and Mark Allen.Thanks to all for a great and successfulevent and all the help. Till next year!Winter 2006 An Canach 17
Page 1 and 2: Vol. XVIII No. 1 Winter 2006The Chi
Page 3 and 4: Hope everyone enjoyedthe holidays.
Page 5 and 6: Ar Oran Agus Ar Ceolby John Robert
Page 7 and 8: Clan Recognitionby Russ Henderson.
Page 9 and 10: and Clan Henderson Ceilidhby Leon H
Page 11 and 12: Fourth AnnualSt. Louis Scottish Gam
Page 13 and 14: Stone MountainHighland Gamesby Suza
Page 18 and 19: Participation, Involvement, and Mem
Page 20 and 21: A Beautiful JourneyBy Renee Henders
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Page 26 and 27: From Our DonorsGenealogy:William G.
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