Heather and Derrick were teenagers when she became pregnant, but their families forbade them to see each other — indeed, after baby Anthony was born, Derrick’s family moved to Guam.
“I wrote often but never got a response,” Heather recalls. “I began to think he’d moved on.” Heather still wanted Anthony to meet his father, so when the boy turned 17 she joined Reuion.com, found Derrick using People Search, and sent a private email. The next day her phone rang.
“Derrick was living in Guam. He’d never gotten my letters because his mom had thrown them out, but he never forgot his son.” That summer, the three finally reunited. “To watch Derrick wrap his arms around our son and hold him tight truly warmed my heart. Anthony was an only child until that day. Now he has 2 brothers, 3 sisters, and a new family that loves him.”
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September 3rd, 2008
When you’re searching for old friends, former classmates, or lost family, there is no better ally to have 
your side than Search Scout.
What is Search Scout? As soon as you search for someone on Reunion.com you initiate Search Scout, which has access to over 200 million listings. That means finding all those old classmates, lost loves, and missing family just got easier!
But the job doesn’t end there.
After your initial search is complete, Search Scout will continue scanning the entire internet and instantly alert you via email when any new matches are found!
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September 2nd, 2008
Got a college reunion coming up? It’s only natural to want to look your best when getting together with college classmates you haven’t seen in years. Figuring out what to wear is often one of the first considerations that crosses people’s minds when making plans to attend a reunion. After all, you haven’t seen many of your college friends in years, and you might not have an opportunity to see them again until the next formal gathering for college alumni from your school.
Follow these tips for choosing attire for the big event, and you’ll be sure to look your best when your reunion rolls around. 
- Check the Calendar of Events Before Choosing Clothes: Make sure you verify the types of activities on the agenda for your reunion before you go out and buy clothing to wear to the event. You won’t want to show up for the reunion with only a formal dress and then find out that the big event is an outdoor crawfish boil or fish fry. Make sure to take one flattering and appropriate outfit for each event that’s scheduled during your reunion gathering.
- Dress Appropriately for Your Age: If you see outfits that remind you of how you dressed when you were in school, don’t give in to the temptation to buy them for your reunion. You don’t want to look like you’re trying to be a kid when you get together with your college classmates. Wear clothes that reflect the person you’ve matured into, and make sure the outfits you select are age-appropriate and flattering.
- Keep Packing Considerations in Mind: If you’re traveling to your reunion, be sure to consider packing limitations when selecting attire for the event. Choose fabrics that will hold up well when packed and that won’t require a great deal of care once you arrive at your destination. You want to spend your time socializing with your college friends, not struggling to get wrinkles out of a linen jacket that’s been crammed in a suitcase!
August 28th, 2008
In the early 1980s, Bill played drums in the Newtown High School band while Kristin played oboe.
“We shared a few kisses and at least one dance I remember like yesterday,” Bill recalls. “But after graduation we both moved off in our own directions.”
Twenty-two years later, Bill looked through his high school Class List (for free) and noticed Kristin’s name. “I tried viewing her profile, but since I wasn’t a subscriber I couldn’t,” he says. “I wrote the whole thing off.”
To Bill’s surprise, he got an email from Kristin, who was a Reunion.com Premium Member and saw that Bill had visited her profile. The couple soon met for dinner, and two years later they married.
“Thanks, Reunion.com! You’ve really made a difference in our lives.”
August 21st, 2008
Becoming a Featured Member on Reunion.com can be very helpful if you’re hoping to find or reunite with old friends, missing family, past neighbors, and former classmates.
Why? The more info you provide in your Member profile, the more likely you’ll be found in a People Search. Details matter—even listing your favorite movies, TV shows, books, and music can help other people find, identify and reunite with you.
That said, the most important information to fill out includes your …
●Hometown
●High School Class List
●College information
●Work information
●Where you currently live
●Relationship status
●Maiden name (if you’re a woman)
Finally, DON’T FORGET YOUR PHOTO! Most users prefer browsing Members with photos. It also helps identify you if there are more than one Reunion.com Member with the same name.
So log on now or register for FREE and start reconnecting with people today!
August 20th, 2008
In 1958, Richard and Freddy-Marie became friends at Leland Stanford Jr. High School in Long Beach, CA. Richard had a crush on Freddy-Marie but was too shy to act on it.
Years later, Freddy-Marie’s husband passed away. “At times,” she says, “I felt so alone and didn’t seem to have a purpose. I never thought I could love again. But one night I thought I’d try to reconnect with old school friends. So I went to Reunion.com and saw Richard on the Class List.”
The two began emailing, and Richard (now a widower of 20 years) finally asked Freddy-Marie on a date.
“We became ‘bestest friends,’ which blossomed into a love that is so warm and caring,” Freddy-Marie tells us. “Even though 50 years passed, love brought us together as a couple, and we plan to spend our remaining years together.”
A short while later, the two were in Soap Lake, Washington, from where Freddy-Marie recently sent us this update:
Richard and I were walking along the shore of Soap Lake, talking and laughing, when Richard stopped, took my hands in his and asked, “Will you marry me?”
I looked into his eyes and said, “Yes — I would be proud to be your wife!”
As we hugged we both felt blessed to have reconnected after so many years and be able to fall in love again at the age of 65! So we thank you, Reunion.com, for making a dream come true.
Congratulations, Freddy-Marie and Richard — we wish you all the best!
August 15th, 2008
From time to time visitors leave notes on the Reunion.com blog or message boards looking for people from their past, hoping that old friends or relatives will happen upon these pages.
Unfortunately, the chances of the right person actually seeing your note on that specific page are slim.
So change your odds!
Register for FREE on Reunion.com—it only takes a minute!
Then perform a People Search – first name, last time, age, how you know that person.
Looking for former classmates or school friends? Find your school and fill in your Class List info to browse the crowd you hung out with.
You’ll also be notified when
- Someone is searching for you
- Someone views your profile
- Someone you’re searching for joins Reunion.com
It’s the easiest, fastest way of reconnecting with anyone from your past.
May 7th, 2008
Terri was 16 when she dated 18-year-old Bob, and though the couple had a whirlwind romance the relationship ended after Bob turned 19. Eventually they lost touch, but their memories of those good times remained.
“After I divorced I contacted Bob via Reunion.com, but there was no response,” Terri says. “Fortunately, Reunion.com was persistent.”
On a hot August day, Bob noticed an email that Terri was searching for him. “I called her and we met for lunch the next day,” he says.
“Sparks flew,” Terri happily recalls, “and we were married 18 months later.”
Adds Bob, “Our story is full of romance, passion, and charm. Simply put, we would not be so happy without Reunion.com.”
May 6th, 2008
Having a hard time finding that old roommate, relative, or relationship?
Reunion.com’s People Search is an amazingly helpful tool, and these tips can help provide better results:
- Check the spelling.
The most common mistake involves accidentally mixing up letters in a person’s name. Even if you’re sure it looks right, carefully double-check your typing. Certain spellings like Brian and Bryan, or nicknames like Richard changing to Rick, can also hinder successful results—so try various options when searching.
- Look for family.
Your friend may not be available, but a brother, sister, or parents could help you in your search.
- Browse the Class Lists.
If you know where your friend went to school, check out Reunion.com’s high school class listings. And as with Tip #2, a former classmate may be able to help with your search.
- Browse by location.
Know the city your friend is living in? You can browse Members by zip code on Reunion.com.
May 6th, 2008
Emails from Reunion.com notify you when…
- Someone is searching for you
- Someone has viewed your profile
- A match is found for your saved People Search
- Contacts, classmates, and friends are having birthdays & more
Sometimes Members ask us to modify their email settings, but in order to protect one’s privacy and security Reunion.com will never modify a member’s account. However, changing your own settings is fast and easy.
Option 1:
Clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of a weekly email will stop it from being sent to you.
Option 2:
To alter all of your mail settings, visit the My Account link located at the top right of the Reunion.com home page.
Select Email Notification Settings.
From there, choose which mailings you want to receive and how often.
May 2nd, 2008
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