On behalf of Whispers, the women's philanthropic organization of the Village of Whispering Pines, Marilyn Navarro, Joan Bruno and I extend a sincere thank-you to the residents of the community for their help in making "Christmas in the Pines" a most successful event!

"It takes a village" to coordinate such an enjoyable day, whether you opened your home for the tour, attended the brunch and the tour and/or acted as hosts at the homes, your participation is greatly appreciated.

The greatest joy will be the donations made by Whispers to Moore County charities. Business sponsors also contributed to the event, and we encourage you to support these businesses: Adams Home Remodeling & Construction; Amerigas Propane; Dr. Christine P. Gatti; Christy's Hair Creations; Cooper's Pharmacy; Country Club of Whispering Pines; Fields Plumbing & Heating; Karen's Attic; Mid-South Overhead Doors, Inc.; Orthotics & Prosthetics of Pinehurst; Pinehurst Patio/Santa's Closet; Polly's Beauty Salon; Randy Bailey, All Masonry; Charles M. Guizzotti, DDS; Signature Signs; Sound Security -- Sound & Home Security; The "New" Matthews Market; Windridge Gardens; Whetzel's Plumbing Service and Wylie's Golf Carts.

A special thank-you to Ann Robson for writing copy for publicity.

Sharon Mathias

Whispering Pines