Summer Dream 2006

With a brief 3 hour breakfast, about half the gang gathered at Hancock Beach with pasties, left over snacks, even tablecloths flying in the wind. Surprise appearances by Virginia and Ed with late into town Bill and Daryl made for another entire round of memories. A very casual picnic, cooled by a perfect breeze off the canal. Steve brought a helmet from Pennsylvania; he asked for a ride three months ago; it was time. A short spin around town with a burst to sixty-five (fifteen over) up Frogpool Hill put air under both of our wings. All too soon back to the motel. Maybe more tomorrow?

Evening sent people many directions. Some to Michigan Tech for the All Class banquet. Many people, too many speeches, but nice nonetheless. The memorable end of the evening for this patriotic romantic was 400 voices singing God Bless America. And tonight night I’m sure He did.

Believe it or not, the evening rode quietly into the conclusion of another day with a load of laundry and quiet, reminiscent conversation with just Gordy, Steve and me. Everyone else had events all over town. I will hear a lot of kind stories the next morning.

Another great day. Another late night.