May 19, 2012 -- relaxing at home

Such a gorgeous day, and no time constraints on us whatsoever, added up to a really lovely time. After a quiet afternoon of lounging in the sun reading, we got out our picnic gear and had a cookout. In attendance were Paul, Jenny and Robin as well as Mike and Terri (more RPI alumni) with their charming sons Nick and A.J. Tricycles and bicycles were enjoyed by all, even Jenny who had never been on one before (go Jenny!). A.J. also enjoyed the trike because, try as we might, we could not convince him that he still knew how to ride a bike even though he had not been on one in several years.

Speaking of bikes, Scott has decided on names for our human-powered vehicles: Fred and George, after the red-haired twins in the Harry Potter movies. When asked which was which, he said, “I don't know; I never could tell them apart.” Scott called Fred/George into service a couple of times, to go and meet guests at the gate, as well as to haul two loads of firewood. It's so great to have bikes to get around the campground!