Huh.
That was my reaction when it occurred to me earlier this year that I originally moved to Columbus 20 years ago for college. Somehow it didn't occur to me, however, that I graduated high school 20 years ago, too.
So when I got an invitation a few weeks ago to my 20th high school reunion, it almost caught me by surprise. Nevertheless, I quickly responded "yes," even if I was a bit nervous to see some if my classmates for the first time in 10 years (our last reunion) or even since graduation day.
High school wasn't the best time of my life -- thank goodness. (I would hate to think my best days were that far behind me.) But I did have good friends, and I remain curious about their lives and families. Facebook scratches much of that itch, but it was nice to catch up in person and reminisce.
Will we have a 25th reunion? Or will 30th be next? Either way, I'll do my best to be there.
Tuesday, July 2, 2019
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
Block Party 2019
Our annual block party is always a highlight of the summer, and this year was no exception.
All last week, Saturday's forecast called for rain. But the day was not only completely dry, but also not too hot and not at all humid. The perfect weather for an event that lasted from 9 a.m. to midnight.
The kids decorated their bikes for the bike parade, did crafts, hit the pinata, danced to the live music we had later in the evening and went to bed way too late. Paul and I enjoyed chatting with neighbors, snacking all day long and generally hanging out. I think most of the street got a kick out of the visit from the firetruck and the games that Paul and a neighbor planned for the men of the street.
The day was practically perfect for us, and hopefully for the 50 or so neighbors that attended as well. Now to wait 12 months until the next one ...!
All last week, Saturday's forecast called for rain. But the day was not only completely dry, but also not too hot and not at all humid. The perfect weather for an event that lasted from 9 a.m. to midnight.
The kids decorated their bikes for the bike parade, did crafts, hit the pinata, danced to the live music we had later in the evening and went to bed way too late. Paul and I enjoyed chatting with neighbors, snacking all day long and generally hanging out. I think most of the street got a kick out of the visit from the firetruck and the games that Paul and a neighbor planned for the men of the street.
The day was practically perfect for us, and hopefully for the 50 or so neighbors that attended as well. Now to wait 12 months until the next one ...!
Tuesday, June 18, 2019
A Week at Ocean Isle Beach, Part 2
Myrtle Beach is about an hour away from Ocean Isle, so we decided to make an afternoon of it. Paul had been there as a kid, but not me or the kids. I wanted to see what it was all about.
We got there about 2 p.m., accompanied by gray clouds and a few sprinkles. We walked the boardwalk, got ice cream and Italian ices and stopped in some souvenir stores. That was enough of Myrtle Beach for me.
On the return trip to Ocean Isle, we made a slight detour to the Calabash Seafood Hut, sharing a large platter of fish, clams, oysters, shrimp, fries, hush puppies, coleslaw and a stuffed crab. Delicious. It was a feast we shared on an outdoor picnic table, and then under an awning when it began to rain.
The remainder of the trip was more of the same -- swimming, sand and fun, followed by a long 10+ hour drive home to put an end to our first family beach vacation.
We got there about 2 p.m., accompanied by gray clouds and a few sprinkles. We walked the boardwalk, got ice cream and Italian ices and stopped in some souvenir stores. That was enough of Myrtle Beach for me.
On the return trip to Ocean Isle, we made a slight detour to the Calabash Seafood Hut, sharing a large platter of fish, clams, oysters, shrimp, fries, hush puppies, coleslaw and a stuffed crab. Delicious. It was a feast we shared on an outdoor picnic table, and then under an awning when it began to rain.
The remainder of the trip was more of the same -- swimming, sand and fun, followed by a long 10+ hour drive home to put an end to our first family beach vacation.
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| Credit (and many thanks) to Kathryn for this photo! |
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| Credit (and many thanks) to Kathryn for this photo! |
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| Credit (and many thanks) to Kathryn for this photo! |
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| Paul playing Frisbee with a friend. |
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