We had a very enjoyable time at the Region 5 Rally: informative programs, worthwhile volunteer work, wonderful entertainment, fun with our unit members (including learning a new card game we can introduce to you at the Oct. installation rally). We stayed three days afterwards to take in the local festivals, shop at nearby RV surplus/salvage businesses, and visit Shipshewanna ‘s famous flea market—we were too busy with rally activities to get away sooner!

Besides being the RV Capitol of the World, Elkhart County has a large Mennonite and Amish population. Here’s one of their recipes:

Apple Salad

1. Dice 8 unpeeled apples (Delicious preferred)
2. Place in weak salt water solution to keep from turning dark
3. Drain & add
• 2 sliced bananas
• 1/4 C coconut
• 1/2 C chopped celery
• 1/2 C peanuts
• 1/2 C raisins
• 1/2 C walnut pieces
4. Stir in dressing of
• 1/4 C peanut butter
• 1/4 C cream
• 1/2 C sugar (or equivalent substitute)
• 1/2 C mayonnaise.

As this is our final newsletter I join Bill in saying, “Thank you for your confidence and support throughout the past year” and we look forward to seeing everyone at the Oct. rally which promises to be lots of fun!