Watt Reunion: WATT REUNION ANNOUNCED

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Anne (Watt) Mibus
Dear descendants of John and Martha who had ANYTHING to do with the organising of the WATT REUNION.
What a magnificent weekend it was!
It far exceeded any expectations that I had.
I am also writing on behalf of Stan Seliga who has been with me for 25 years and who is indeed proud of his connection to this amazing family as exemplified by the weekend of the reunion. (He has after all, only two sisters and no other relatives in this world!) He was completely overwhelmed and we did not stop debriefing the weekend until we boarded the plane back to Brisbane late on Monday evening!
From the moment we drove into Woodbine (with Bernice and Paul O'Toole) until we reluctantly left late Sunday afternoon we were captured by the experience.
Everything had been thought of, and there was no stone left unturned, to make this one of the most memorable weekends of my life.
The organisation was astounding.
Our only regret was that it was not a week instead of a weekend...there were so many people we did not get to catch up with.
However, for those that I was able to make a long lost connection , in most cases, for only a short time, it was so affirming and gratifying and never have I felt such a deep sense of family.
Nancy could not wait to see our photos and she was captivated by the scale of the weekend and with those that made such efforts to be part of it.
Her exclamations about the pageant and the likenesses to John and Martha's children in particular were profound.
She truly would have loved to have been there.
David, Marlene, Genevieve and Peter couldn't wait to hear the report of the weekend and I have increased Telstra profits enormously since we returned!
My staff at work wanted me to tell them what I had been doing in Victoria, so I took up a whole meeting to sketch the highlights. They kept exclaiming about the organisation of the reunion. Four of them have since told me that they will try to get their families together as they could see the importance of the experience from what I told them.
As we go further into recession there may even be an opportunity for a Reunion Business, likened to Wedding Planners, that some of you may venture into!
I don't want to single out any part of the weekend to comment on the organisation. I really think that all of the events and organisation from the parking attendants to the Oscar performances were commendable.
I hope that there is a DVD that captures it all somewhere in the making. Suffice to say that my photos will sustain me.
My heartfelt thanks to each and everyone of you.
I am so proud of being part of this truly amazing family.
May we all continue to foster and keep alive the values of John and Martha and all of those who have gone before us.
Anne (Watt) Mibus

Jeanette Watt/ Smith said…
Congratulations to ALL from Woodbine, Bryan and Patricia and anyone else involved in the organization of the wonderful reunion. I was so pleased to be part of it and so PROUD TO BE A MEMBER OF THE CLAN. The “oldies” would have been tickled pink with the whole program and turnout of “their” people. Thank you for providing us all with such a wonderful opportunity.
Jeanette Watt/ Smith

Bryan Watt said…
Dear Family, well I have recovered sufficiently from the celebrations of last weekend to get around to thanking you all for attending my 150th birthday celebrations last weekend.
The greatest present I could [and did] receive was to see you there meeting new relatives, and renewing connections with others. Sorry I didn't speak to you all.
I must say a special thanks to the extended " Woodbine" Watts for their very professional organization, well done.
See you at the next one.
Kindest regards
John Watt----alias Bryan.

Loges said...
Well done on a fantastic job to all the organisers. Unfortunately I was unable to attend, but my mother and father (Rosina and David Logan) had a very memorable experience. Well done to all the organisers. - Chris Logan (London)
May 13, 2009 6:00 AM

Kathleen Moran said...
John and Martha would be so proud of their descendants (a cast of hundreds) who pulled together to mark this special occasion with a reunion. These things don't happen without enthusiasm, hours and hours of work by many, many people, creativity, and cooperation. Even the weather was beautifully planned. I was delighted to be present and I thank all those who were responsible for the memorable event. Thank you for the invitation. Kathleen Moran Ballarat

Nette said...
What a fabulous Weekend - a tribute to the family!I have loaded photos on my Facebook and added a Watt Family Reunion Group.Thanks for a great time.

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WATT REUNION ANNOUNCED

WATT REUNION DATE
ANNOUNCED May 9 & 10, 2009

All Watts are asked to keep this date free: exactly 22 years after the opening of the Watt Museum at Woodbine we endeavour to celebrate the 150th birthday of John Watt, the first Australian born Watt on May 9th & 10th 2009 at Woodbine, Balmoral

We are looking for:
ideas to celebrate the occassion,
suggestions for accomodation, catering, entertainment and to capitalise on your involvment.
If you are a Watt (in any form) we will give you access to this site to make comment and suggestion. Otherwise leave a message at the following address: cpwatt1@bigpond.com

We want this weekend to be a celebration. The most important thing is that you can participate and this can be by turning up, helping out or contributing to this site: the official Watt Reunion blog.

Please feel free to leave a message and tell your relatives what you think. (editor: Patrick)

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WATT REUNION said...: This is just so exciting and anyone can leave a comment, just email Patrick and you'll get info on usernames and passwords.; October 3, 2008 at 4:23 PM
Tricia Daffey said...: O.K.time to get this show underway.Everything is shaping up to being a great muster of our relatives so let's pass the word around and be at Woodbine; February 14, 2009 at 2:16 PM
Anne Mibus said...: Oh WHAT a WATT reunion this will be!
As the eldest of Bernie's daughters I have already roused on his 7 children, 14 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren to be at Woodbine in May.
I am also working very hard on Nancy (who is remarkably fit and well) to be there too.
Stan Seliga and I will be there....we've already made flight and accomodation bookings.; February 20, 2009 at 9:24 PM
Jeanette Smith said...: Hi Anne, good to hear you will be at the “DO”. Make sure we rendez vous. You will recognize me ... as I haven’t changed a bit since we were at school together!!!!!!!!!!!!; February 22, 2009 at 1:48 AM
WATT REUNION said...: The photo taken above was at Rockbank probably collecting firewood.Tom sitting on the shaft, Len standing on the shaft and Frank standing.Each family member had certain jobs to do.; March 10, 2009 at 7:23 PM
julza said...: Carolyn Watt-Claridge is very excited about the reunion. great blog Patrick. Great to hear you are coming Anne Mibus and other family members of Bernie's.
There will be a few surprises for all (that doesn't mean we are opening up the criminal vault)!!!
Fantastic work done by the committee esp. Sabrina, Gerard, Janet, Anthony, Patrick, Patricia and Bryan. See you at "Woodbine"
I still talk alot!!!!!; March 19, 2009 at 11:38 PM
Robert J. Watt said...: Looking forward to the reunion.
Can't wait to meet John & Martha in the flesh, or so to speak!
Don't expect me to know your name or ancestor simultaneously; thank God for name tags!
Thanks to the organising committee, especially Patrick Sabrina, Anthony, Brian & Patricia.
Robert J. Watt; April 9, 2009 at 11:14 PM

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