A good summer or what!

I noticed today, with the weather being a bit overcast and the temperatures a bit cooler, that Summer 2025 is passing quickly. I cannot complain. Overall it has been a nice summer. Don and Denise have put on some really excellent family dinners. Those were fun. ¶Things were especially good this past week when I was able to spend some time relaxing up at Camp Alexander. Jenn and Scott were excellent hosts. It was nice to spend time with Don and Denise also, along with all the rest of the folks. ¶The big surprise of course was the unexpected visit from Neil, all the way from Vancouver. I was sitting in a Sudbury restaurant with Jennifer for a nice supper when Neil suddenly walked in. I didn't recognize him for a few seconds and then I did. Very happy. Neil was able to spend some time at camp and he even found time to get up to Timmins where he was delighted to meet uncles, aunts and cousins. Back in Sudbury this week, both of us had a chance to visit my favourite pub where we spent time eating, drinking and catching up. Neil is heading back home and on Thursday we took a photo at the bus station just before he left town. Can't wait for another visit. Which means I now owe him a visit. It's all good.

Back at work after an excellent five day break where I had time to enjoy the best of life at Camp Alexander in Westree. The food was excellent of course, and I ate too much, felt really great. And so I decided to drink a little more beer than usual. I love it when everyone chips in and adds food to the community table. So many good tasting things.

The kids had a great time going for rides in the ATVs and yes, they all worse helmets. There was even some excitement as the gang went out for a picnic and a swim at one of the local lakes. There was one incident where we needed a first aid kit, but things worked out okay.

I know it is hard to beat the sense of relaxation that takes over as you sit by the fire, watch the stars and enjoy everyone's company.