We opted to do nothing but relax today. We broke out the shorts and tevas and sat in the sun for a couple of hours, Sharon reading her Kindle and Rick sampling a microbrew. We notice on the internet that it is currently 18 degrees and snowing in Island Park - well it is 73 and sunny here.

We want to thank all of the Schowengerdt clan for the retirement gift of the Cuisinart BBQ - it is getting daily use. And we want to thank the Atkensons for the GPS - it is amazing how it aids navigation and travel in unfamiliar regions.

We anticipate receiving a call from our niece Stacey later this afternoon after she returns from Mexico. Then we will decide what our next activity might be. Until then we are simply relaxing and enjoying the climate along with the lack of responsibility.