Good trip

We had a lovely trip. And a long sleep last night.

A mommy swan is nesting on the edge of "Cat-tail Island" about 300 yards from us. Other swans fly in and out, but her mate maintains a tender watch from the end of our dock (where he finds good fishing). It's so restful to sit and watch them.

The family will be gathering gradually. Karin and Keith are here already; Gavin and Calli will come after school. James (grandson #1), Liz and Joshua (great-grandson #1) will be here mid-afternoon today, and maybe Sue with them. Her husband Jeff will be here later, we hope. Jeremy (grandson #3, the one who's going to Niger in the fall) will come Saturday evening after his all-day tennis tournament. Justin (grandson #3) and 5 college friends are in Nashville and plan to stop in Monday on their way back to Michigan. Our hearts are happy.

Love,
Chuck and Carol