Joe

This is Joe. My grandfather on my dad's side; the geologist. He tells the best stories, has an incredible, infectious laugh, and a bit of a competitive streak. We always play games. When the family gets together its mostly cards: bridge, hearts, spades, poker, cribbage, but board games too! I spent most of my childhood summers with my grandparents here in Denver. Their house is still the same and even the next door neighbors all are the same. Its a nice little cul-de-sac they live on. Really, its like a second home to me.

Tonight we had a little cook-out with them; taught B how to play cribbage. We played teams: me and Grandma vs B and Grandpa. Grandma and I won both games--thought we came from behind to just barely win the first.

Left their house in a downpour. I love those summer thunderstorms!

Tomorrow: more biking, downtown denver, and the tour of B's sister/brother-in-law's house (they are mid-way through a big remodel!)

Enjoying every moment of the vacation!

cheers!
L