Great thread. Thank You, Mama_Bear and scubachick :-)
I had not either. Seems that none of us here had heard of it, but I think it is a wonderful tradition.
Diver Dave has come up with the idea to set up a "table for one" at our annual FReeper Picnic on the 11th in Fresno, and he has offered to read the narrative too. I think it is a great idea! :-)
You are welcome! Mama_Bear deserves all the credit for her beautiful post! Glad you liked it!