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——–TRACEY AND RAYMOND WILSON, II AND FAMILY——–

Oct 31

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2010 WLH Newsletter, Washington, DC Chapter, WLH Athletes, WLH Scholars, WLH Youth On The Rise | No Comments

Todd Johnson attends The Avalon School where he carries a 3.9 GPA; he is an aspiring student athlete. Todd plays Varsity Football & Basketball, for varsity basketball Todd plays shooting guard. In one crucial game Todd scored a buzzer beater that won the game and set the team up to get a high seed in the end of year tournament which they won. Todd also played varsity football where he made First Team All-Conference. Todd played wide receiver and outside linebacker, Todd averaged 6 open field tackles and numerous assists. Todd will be a graduating senior the year and we are looking forward to him duplicating or surpassing his accomplishment of the past year both academically and athletically. Todd attended Hampton University for 5 weeks this summer in an Advanced Preparatory Course.

Tracy Johnson is the youngest son of Tracey and Raymond Wilson II. Tracy attends The Avalon School Where he is a good student and a flourishing athlete. Tracy plays Jr. Varsity and Varsity Basketball where he was a force to be reckoned with. As a part of the JV team Tracy averaged 20 to 25 point per game, 2 rebounds, 4.5 steals, 5 assists which lead the JV Team to a 13 – 1 record one of the best seasons ever. Tracy also played on the Varsity team were he had limited playing time as a freshman but he shine when he played. Tracy participated in two home study courses for English Literature from Montgomery Community College where his aunt, Dr. Miller Newman is an Administrator.

Todd and Tracy Johnson are the children of Raymond & Tracey Wilson II. The boys very busy during the school year. The family resides in Temple Hills, MD

Respectfully Submitted by Tracey and Raymond Wilson of the Washington, DC Chapter of the Wilson, Lake and Herbert Family Reunion Circle.

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——- REGINALD (PLUSHREG) BROWN’S TESTIMONY ——–

Oct 31

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Reginald Brown “Plush” reports that he is so thankful to God for everything. He stated that he was devastated this past April to find that a tree had fallen and completely crushed, from the top down, his “18th Cadillac Deville car,” that he loved so well. (see photo of car below) He discovered this shortly after leaving a friend’s house near his home during a severe wind and thunderstorm in DC. He feels blessed because he apparently had just gotten out of that car maybe 15 minutes, said an eye-witness to the incident and missed getting hurt himself. He was able to get another car- “Cadillac #19” like the old one he replaced, but with extras- a sun roof and the car note for his new car is half of what he was paying for #18. Reggie stated that “everything happens for a reason and all is not lost in the midst of adversity and destruction. There is victory in every state (situation) that you are in.”

Reginald and his good friend Renee (photo above) have been having fun exploring all kinds of activities over the past year. In early June they went White Water Rafting in Harper’s Ferry, West Virginia. Also, they went Water Tubing in the Shenandoah River. They have a trip planned to go Horseback Riding this month in Wheaton, MD. To celebrate his upcoming Birthday, Renee wanted to go Sky Diving with Reggie, but he said no thanks. She thinks he was “scared.” LOL

Respectfully Submitted by Reggie “Plush” Brown of the Washington, DC Chapter of the Wilson, Lake and Herbert Family Reunion Circle.

“A Life spent worthily should be measured by deeds, not years” —Richard Sheridan

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* * * * * * * * ANGELA BOONE AND FAMILY * * * * * * * * *

Oct 31

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2010 WLH Newsletter, Washington, DC Chapter, WLH Athletes, WLH Scholars, WLH Youth On The Rise | No Comments

PHOTO OF PARIS SMITH

Paris Smith, age 15, has attended Henry A. Wise High School in Maryland for the past 2 years. Paris has been promoted to the 10th grade and has made the Honor Roll the last 3 years transitioning from Middle school to High school.

Paris loves sports his passion is Basketball. Paris plays for Wise High school as well as AAU Basketball in Maryland, DC and Virginia leagues. Paris is a very loving and compassionate person he loves working with children. Paris has just completed his volunteer work at Prince Georges Parks and Recreation Center of Maryland as a youth counselor with the 10 and under children. Paris looks forward to continuing his work at the center next summer as he earns credits for high school and get his work permit to start his first job at the center. PHOTO OF MALEEK THOMPSON

Maleek Thompson, age 11, has been a member of the AAU Football league in Maryland for the past 4 years. He has attended Benjamin Foulois a Performing Arts school in Maryland for 1 year. His major is drama/theatre and playing the saxophone.

For the past 3 years Maleek has been on the Honor Roll and has received numerous awards in the following areas: Perfect Attendance, Math, Reading, English, Science and several awards by quarters congratulating him on being an excellent role model. Maleek also has numerous awards in sports: Golf, Bowling, running track & field and basketball and football. He loves sports. He will start 6th grade this fall.

Paris and Maleek are the sons of Angela Boone who is the daughter of Lonnie and Eunice Boone. Angela is the Great Granddaughter of the late, James and Inez Wilson.

Respectfully Submitted by Angela Boone of the Washington, DC Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle

“Kindness is the golden chain by which society is bound together.” — Goethe

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HELEN LAKE’S RETIREMENT CELEBRATION WITH HER FAMILY

Oct 31

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2010 WLH Newsletter, Accomplishments, Announcements, Celebrations, Graduates, Washington, DC Chapter, WLH Youth On The Rise | No Comments

Photos above are of Helen Lake celebrating her Retirement with her family while vacationing on the beach in Virginia near the home of their daughter, Angela. Helen is happy to say that she retired from full time work on July 1, 2010 after many years of employment as a Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant. She said she truly enjoyed the celebration/ vacation with her husband, Willie Lake, and their children and grandchildren.
Helen reports their son, Orlandra Lake, is doing well on job assignment in Afghanistan. He works as a USA Civilian Contractor. He is a retired Military Serviceman and enjoys this type of work and also the good tax free pay.

Grandson, Malik Johnson graduated from Stuart Hobson Middle School this year and will be starting High School in the fall. He will attend Phelps Vocational school and will be studying plumbing. Malik’s proud mother is Karen Lake.

Granddaughter, Lauren Lake will start Kindergarten this year and her little sister, Lania Lake is set to begin Preschool this year. The girl’s proud father is Willie Lake, Jr. (See photos below of Malik and Lania at the beach — July 2010 and Lauren at the beach — July 2010

Helen Lake is the writer and composer of our Family Song —

FAMILY SONG: THE WILSON, LAKE, HERBERT FAMILY
by Helen Lake
Verse 1: Our Family is gathered here,
To share our love another year