Tomatosoup in Action January 2012 Well, another year is coming to a close and the Tomatosoup Band has experienced so many different events it's to hard to mention just one. We finished six Santa Claus Parades in just fifteen days, two of which were in rainy weather. But thanks to all members, the tarps, banners, lights and flags are always up and ready when the parade starts. Once a parade ends every one steps up and helps to dismantle the float. With snips in hand, tie-downs are stripped and flags and banners are rolled up and stored in the "Soup Can" until our next outing. I am always amazed how we become a team when we have to. Way to go guys! Special mention to Simon who has hauled our float around Southwestern Ontario this Christmas Season. Thanks, Simon. Thanks also to those behind the scenes. To Ria, Saskia, Celeste and of course Pam, the Tomatosoup Band is indebted to you. The Board members in this band do a remarkable job. Martin handles all bookings, sometimes too many, but still does a fantastic job, as does Gerry Alhers, who has taken on extra driving duties since Randy left for Brazil, but Gerry always ensures the "Soup Can" is fit and ready for that days travel. Thanks Gerry! To our Director John Zeeman - Jan makes sure each performance is a true "Tomatosoup" experience. With his jocularity in between tunes he gets ME laughing. Enjoy your Oomph while you’re down South. I would like to also acknowledge my editor Caspar who has done a wonderful job. I enjoy corresponding with him. Job well done, my friend. But.... to all those that I haven`t spotlighted, you are the ones that put those smiles on the faces as we do these parades. They clap and sing along and those are memories you never forget. So it has been another successful and busy year. We will take a break and resume practices in February 2012. The "Tomatosoup Band" wish everyone A Very Merry Christmas and Healthy and Prosperous New Year! Keeping the Soup Hot... Terry Toll

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