Dana and John are engaged. The wedding date is around August, 2007. The final date depends on availability of venues. All of this was as big a surprise to us as it was Dana. John called Ken on Friday to ask for his permission to marry Dana and for his blessing. We knew that they were going away for the weekend and were having a picnic on Saturday. He was going to ask her then. Needless to day, at 5:05 AM Saturday morning (3:05 PM London time) I received a phone call from Dana; she was so excited.

Fortunately, John has a mate whose wife works for De Beers so hopefully he did okay with the ring. It is quit beautiful and Dana’s says she can save on electricity because it “lights up the room”.

Now the planning begins…..I know Dana has a handle on everything that needs to be done…….She you at the wedding…….Ken