James Pays A Visit
My (big) little brother James paid us a visit this weekend - he looks terrific, lost a lot of weight after having his jaw wired shut for two months (long story). I couldn't get over how good it is to talk to him; I wish we lived closer, or that he did. David loved him!

And We Visit Wendy, Ed and Their Kids
Before James arrived Saturday we went down to Douglass to visit Wendy, Ed, Cole and Shelby. Every time I see the two little ones it seems like they've made quantum developmental leaps! Shelby's so grown up you can have a conversation with her. And I keep thinking she was just born a few years ago...

And I Get On My First Trout Stream of the Season
Ed and I tackled the mighty Mumford while we were down in Douglass. No luck, but is a warmish, rainy day and it gave me a chance to limber up my arm ... and pick up my Mass. fishing license and buy some nicely discounted bead-head Muddler Minnows and Woolly Boogers at Ed's local bait shop. When the fish aren't biting, seems there's always gear to drool over...