Boston Wins!

Laura and I went to the Red Sox Game on friday night (thanks Clive for the tickets) and watched as they held on to beat Minnesota. Later that evening, the Yankees lost (sorry dad) and therefore the Red Sox Clinched the American League East Division Title! The weather was Perfect, the crowds were well behaved, and we had a great time! Bring on the playoffs...

Connor gets driving License

Yes it's TRUE! We don't have to drive him anymore... On Tuesday he got his license after impressing the registry staffer that he knew what he was doing. I'm sure that he is as pleased as we are that he now has Wheels and can drive to school.

Bill and Becky

Yes - the Lucas Family from Greenfield, NY (Near Saratoga) came to Boston on Friday for a quick Scenic trip and an overnight stay. On Saturday we had a nice Breakfast at Au bon pain, then took in the sights of Boston from the "top of the hub" (52nd floor of the Prudential building). After an interesting ride on the T, watching Street performers at Quincy Marketplace (see pictures), and strolling through the diverse scents of Faneuiel hall, we walked back to Newbury Street. It was a warm day, but we all had a blast... (and plenty of Starbucks Iced coffee to keep us cool)

John & Ernestine in Seattle

Week 5 of the 5 week trip did not go well as Ernestine slipped and broke her left ankle in approx 3 places! She had to have Surgery at a hospital in Renton to repair the ankle and will hopefully be out by this weekend.
They are home now and the local Doctor was impressed with the job done by the west coast surgeons - he thought she maybe had 8-10 pins inserted into her ankle.... She will be off her feet for at least 8 weeks, but is getting around with the help of John and a wheelchair...

Dix Mtn Hike

Darrin and I did a day hike in the adirondacks on Monday. We drove up to Schroon Lake on Sunday night and stayed in Darrin's parents Camper. We had a nice breakfast at a diner in the town and then drove in and hit the trail by 8 am. The Hike was nice for the first 3.5 hrs, but the last mile or so proved to be strenuous but very rewarding once we reached the summit. The views were outstanding. (see pictures) Darrin is on a push to join the 46 club (all 46 high peaks climbed) - he now has around 18 completed. At least I have one... :)

Albert Gillis Wedding Reception

Another one bites the dust as they say...
On Saturday, Connor and I attended the Wedding Reception for Albert and Stephanie at the Sky Restaurant in Norwood, MA. They were Married 2 weeks ago and were just back from the honeymoon. Many of the Friends in the area were present for the cake reception which included drinks and fine display of Veggies, dips, crackers and cheese among other delicacies. The Folks present at our table were Brian Timm, Rick and Karin Salterelli, Robert and Roseanne O'Reilly, along with Connor and myself.

Twins!

Our Brother Andy and Wife Susan welcomed 2 wonderful children into the world this past week. Ava Suzanne and Grant Andrew. See Andy and Susan's Pictures Here.