We walked to the dam. It’s the same, but it was nice to take a walk. They swam for a little while, but it was cool and the lake was rough. It was nice in the back yard, but so windy at the lake. Saturday night we went to the Mexican restaurant in town for […]
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Yep. It took me a while to catch on. First time she was dodging around with that toy I thought she wanted me to chase her and was engaging me in a game. I made a few moves and she just looked at me nervously. I have no need to race around in the hot
Maria planned this and bought dye and over a dozen t-shirts. Rubber bands were applied and then dye. Out in the grass is the place for this. Gloves could be used, but we did not. Stained fingers and hands were everywhere. That dog is on the job: The shirts turned out beautiful. There are more
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A surprising number of little kids have become brave and taken off water skiing. This guy did great. He did get on his feet and it was impressive. The cheering could be heard all the way across from the lake. She skiied as well. Even this guy, only six years old. Love, Grandma
We were all together for days and days at the lake. Everybody–every single person did their best to be nice. It means a lot, especially when it rains and we’re all tripping over each other. Thank you all. Love, MOM and DAD
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Everyone exhibits extraordinary patience on days like this. We have to. I told Alicia it’s like air travel. Everyone is in exactly the same little space, enduring the same situation. Everyone benefits if everyone is just as very patient and nice as possible. That’s her leading a craft project. She is an analyst with an
The boat parade started late due to rain. When this boat went by they yelled to the kids, “Cannonball!” They jumped in, 1, 2, 3. Fireworks were fun. In spite of the rain and the energy in the house, it was a fun day. Lots of love, Val
