Impressions from the 2007 Reunion
"When I saw Page Warden in Williamsburg, I didn't know her, but somehow
I sensed we were related. She was tall, beautiful and carried herself
like she knew who she was and was proud of it. She reminded me of my
mother, who died prematurely 10 years ago. I spoke to her, and we sat
down, then spent the remaining days of the reunion hanging out like we'd
know each other forever."--John Durst
"I enjoyed all of the events at our meeting. It's difficult to pick the
highlights. However, one of the most memorable times was Carter Hudgins
presentation on the "Archeological Reconstruction of Corotoman." As a
history buff, I felt that it was packed with information and insights
into the life of the times and Robert Carter. Hudgins relaxed and
informal style made his speech extra special. I hope I get to meet him
again in the future."--Rand Carter
"The visit to the Nelson House was outstanding. Page Warden's comments
on "What's in a Name?" were very special."--Patty Carter
And Rand and Patty Carter agree: "The opportunity to spend time with
Carter cousins is always terrific."
"My favorite stop was Toddsbury because of our gracious hosts, the
marvelous setting (surrounded by water on three sides), and the way it
was lovingly maintained and seemed steeped in Carter
history."--Christine Lurk
"A well-earned 'Thanks' go to our TCS 2007 Reunion Committee. Excellent
programs and speakers, great hand-outs and opportunities to compare our
genealogies (Thanks, Teddie!) and re-connect with Carter cousins, and a
fresh look at both new and familiar Carter-related sites and venues.
This year's reunion far exceeded all of my expectations. "--Nicholas Smith
"Good tours, great programs, good food, but most importantly, great
cousins."--Ron K. Carter
"My first but it won't be my last."--Karen Carter
"My fondest recollection was meeting and being with all my new friends -
Carter relatives - who are so interested in family history and who have
done such good research."--Lloyd Smith
"I was impressed with the fact that our group includes octogenarians
amongst our membership that can keep us enthralled and entertained with
their vast knowledge of family genealogy and entertaining style of
presentation. I won't mention their names in case they don't want anyone
to know how old they are, but anyway we all suspect who they are."--Bob
Lumsden
"I loved everything ! I really did enjoy visiting Yorktown. It was my
first visit to the town. I had only been to the battlefield before, and
of course I loved having Page Warden with us ! She was the icing on the
cake !!!!"--Betsy Carter
"Seeing the awesome remains of Rosewell and being able to imagine the
enormity and grandeur of this early colonial Virginia home was simply
overwhelming.....how lucky we are to have the chance to see, touch and
enjoy the same historic beauty as our ancestors !"--Fay Parrish Wade
"My favorite moments of the Carter 2007 Reunion were just being with my
beloved cousins again and exchanging our information, and finally
getting Page Warden (my loooong-time dear friend and distant cousin) to
be a part of our group and already a big hit, and I'll have to add
working with everyone to plan and execute the reunion!"--Margaret Gunn
"Needless to say the DOG [an overly generous one out at the Fairfield
excavation] was what came to my mind first thing...WHEN has one felt so
‘marked’ ??? Then I was so impressed with the LONGGGG family tree
brought by Lew Toulmin. I do not recall having seen one formatted like
that. Lastly, I felt that the committee had done an excellent job with
the programs (both the physical booklet as well as the decisions for the
entire weekend) as well as planning for the various sites we visited,
for there was no ‘downtime’ that I recall. ‘LOVERLY" MEMORIES’"--Martha
Kirby
"For me, the Rosewell ruin, with its towering brick walls, was
magnificent, but more impressive still was the story of Fairfield and
its excavation, as enthusiastically and knowledgeably retold by
archaeologists Dave and Thane. It was their vision of the view backwards
that made the difference." --Christine Lurk
"I have had many reflections with my experience. At Fairfield, I
reflected on this being the home of my 8th great grandfather, Lewis
Burwell I. Needless-to-say, I tried to get a sense of what family life
might have been--hopefully we will know more in the future. I am also a
direct descendent of Benjamin Harrison IV, who married Anne Carter, as
well as John Carter, her grandfather, and the "King." Maybe we can do
Berkeley another time."--William Rianhard