Some comments from a Birdwell spouse: We would love to come to the reunion in Tyler, but we already have reservations in New Mexico for a family reunion the same weekend. Can anyone explain why so many family groups choose the middest of midsummer to get together? For some outdoor activities. In Texas? In July? Let's see, if we wanted to go to a dinner in late July we would have to make reservations by May 15. We've heard of slow cooking, but for ten weeks? Cheers, Jim