I have been an OD'er since 99. I have met some beautiful people on the old site over the years. I hope to re- acquaint myself with some of them and some new folk as well. The encouragement and support I got from this community in 2002 when I went down the Cancer trail was incredible. It is good to be back.

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End of year for us.

December 12, 2023
  I am sitting contemplating  what a great year we have had   performing.  If there is a negative side to it, there were 5 shows cancelled due to Covid on the  premises.  Oh yes it is still out there.  I suppose the biggest disappointment is that our very last show for the year was cancelled...
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