wanted to share a couple of google pics of pete’s and debra’s…the first is a “tilted” view, the second a bit further out and more overhead…you can adjust from directly overhead to ground level views, and zoom. pretty cool. j

Cheri is now in Charleston and the report this evening was much improved over last night’s news. Sounds like Tom is resting comfortably, and they’re evaluating the best strategy for recovery. Should be more news tomorrow or Saturday. Meanwhile, back home, Jake discovered

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I left my camera in the Twinkie, but I have some photos of the birthday party at Jon and Lisa’s to share. Here we go:here is the birthday girl herself. Here is the birthday girl’s Dad - Here is an old photo of Sam but it is a great photo.Madeline was at Marina’s party…..Along with MakennaHere is Madeline again with Mamaand Cheri posed for me!Jake cooperated to get this photo.Here is Jack getting the group photo set up.Later on Pete had fun playing with the girls…….There were some more people there but I had trouble getting them to sit still.

Fun was had by all

Happy 5th Birthday, Marina. Your party was wonderful! The seafood buffet was exceptional, and it was really fun to see everyone. All the best to Pete and Debra on their big adventure…more soon. love, j/d/gp/gruncle

just a quick note to check on dinner plans for friday and monday. we’d like to do our usual friday dinner gathering with anyone who’s available. let’s plan on the neighborhood VI to keep it simple. as for monday (9th), let’s plan ahead for a time/place to get together before pete and debra take off. not sure what the time-frame is there…we’re pretty flexible, so just let us know. looking forward to it. l, j/d/g