Yesterday morning I took a quick, tiring bike ride near Al's house. I found a steep hill and and climbed it repeatedly, feeling stronger each time. I was using Al's traditional fat-tire bike, with no gear shifts and no fancy hand-brakes, so the riding was refreshingly simple. All I had to do was pump my legs and aim for the summit.
Last evening, the entire huge family gathered for the annual swimming party at Glen Echo Country Club, hosted by Susie and Kent and the St. Louis siblings. It was a splendid affair, complete with clear, cooling weather, lots of conversation and laughs, juicy brats and burgers, and refreshing swimming by some. It made me more grateful than ever to be part of such a marvelous family.
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