As a last gasp before the over-the-top personalities of Dallas fundraising scrammed the summer heat, the Celebrity Waiter Luncheon team held a party on June 12. Originally scheduled for May 17, it had to be postponed due to the hostess’s not feeling all that chipper. The hostess was the diminutive Faye Briggs, who had suffered a lung infection with doctors giving her tender loving care and strict orders to not be active.
But one does not expect Faye to totally stay put in bed, especially when she is the honorary chair of an event. So she canceled all the events on the books for Chez Briggs except this one — Celebrity Waiter Luncheon patron party— that she was honorary-chairing. All agreed to postpone the party to June 12 if Faye had recovered. No problem. In fact, it worked out better because celebrity waiter Shane Walker was on the verge of celebrating his #* birthday in a couple of days. But as everyone knows — you either don’t celebrate a birthday, or you spend a week or more doing it. Shane is of the latter way of thinking.
Despite a very swollen and tender right cheek, Faye smiled and recalled her telling Shane’s mother, “I hope you don’t mind, I’m adopting Shane and Billy (Fulmer, Shane’s partner).” Shane’s mum’s response: “No, that’s fine with me!”
Little did Shane know that Celebrity Waiter Luncheon Masterminds/Co-chairs Maggie Cooke Kipp and Shay Geyer had arranged to present Shane with a cake in his fav color — purple.
But the evening wasn’t all Shane and his birthday, though that was a major highlight.
Pamela Martin Duarte talked about a recent event at which she gave out a novel that she co-authored called Hard Whispers. On the other hand, she was not talking about her lawsuit against Dena Miller. . .
Despite it being June and the gathering being outdoors, Hunter Sullivan looked cool in his Armani suit from NM. Normally, he gets most of his suits custom-made overseas for one-sixth the retail cost. . . .Scott Murray, whose Sunday evening “Scott Murray Show” is heard on KLIF, and wife Carole were headed to NYC to see their daughter.
Eventually, the crowd that grew and grew got down to business and plans for the September 7 luncheon at the Ritz-Carlton benefiting Family Gateway. Executive director Robert Alberts thanked all for their support in helping “homeless families with children” as they prepare to celebrate their 25th anniversary. He especially pointed out Maggie and Shay, who were headed with gal pals to St. Croix for a stay at Shona Che’re Gilbert‘s getaway the next morning, and Faye, who ended up in the hospital.
What was that?
Little did anyone know that Faye’s cheek sent her to the ER that night, the operating room the next day and an extended stay in the hospital. Those who knew were sworn to secrecy because the doctors were going to have their way. They even had Faye’s family standing guard at the hospital to prevent visitors. Now at home, Faye is slowly getting back on her feet but still keeping a low profile much to her chagrin.
Actually when you think of it, Faye’s timing couldn’t be better. As Scott Murray pointed out, “Nothing much will be going on here (Dallas) from June 20 to August 20,” so Faye ain’t missing anything.
yvonne says
Nothing will keep that lovely woman Faye Briggs down for long.. she is so amazing, caring and giving to non profits and celebrates her friends and their committments in style..
Get well soon Ms. Faye Briggs.. we all adore you.
Maggie Kipp says
Thank you to our gracious and beautiful hostess and Honorary Chair Faye Briggs. We are so thankful for all you do for the community, especially Family Gateway, and even more glad your health is returning. Hugs and prayers.
Steve Kemble says
As of moments ago when I saw Shane he is STILL! wearing purple and his still celebrating his birthday!
Sending LOTS! of thoughts and prayers to one of the most beautiful and dear women in the world!, the AMAZING! and giving Faye Briggs! LOVE HER! and all she does for our WONDERFUL! city!!
Shay Geyer says
We are beyond grateful for Faye’s support for Family Gateway & the Celebrity Waiter Luncheon. I am in awe of her ability to host a party in her home knowing that she wasn’t feeling well. I sincerely hope she takes some time to let her friends & family take great care of her the same way she has always taken such great care of her community. What a remarkable woman! Thank you Faye for a lovely evening & the impact you have so generously helped make on our event. Feel better soon!
Jennifer LeLash says
Sorry to hear thar the beautiful, gracious and fabulous Faye Briggs
has not been well. One would have not known
the evening on June 12. She was, as always, the
perfect hostess. Get well soon and what a fun time
Celebrity Waiter Luncheon will be!
Teia Collier says
What a great collection of people serving our Dallas community! Glad that the lovely and gracious Faye is on the mend and wishing her lots support and blessings for a swift recovery.