1400 miles touring Oregon, mostly east side, lots of good stuff at work, and a new niece . . . the daughter of my oldest brother. We lost track of her for about 30 years (family drama, yep, you betcha). Sadly, my my brother died in mid-June. I’ve been trying to gather pictures and family tree (thanks cousin!) and I’m looking forward to meeting her this weekend. We’ll see.

Another friend is moving to Portland, and I’ve finished my volunteer obligations at church. Feels good to be free of the obligation and the worry of having to deal with surprises related to the community.

I”m also checking out the finances of retirement . . . seems a shame to work if I don’t have to. Someone else might really LIKE my job!

Heatwave coming. Happy Summer!