We have just returned from our visit to Long Island. As usual, Hotel Hartman was wonderfully comfortable for all of us, even if the "no Vacancy" sign should have been posted out front. Poor Tracy and Prince did not know what to do with all those strange people in their house. Thanks to Linda and Scott for being such great hosts.

Seeing the kids enjoying their time together is a real treat. They truly seem to enjoy their cousin time and they are very lucky to have that special relationship. It's a tribute to the efforts of their parents and family members who make that kind of time a priority. Perhaps it doesn't seem like any big deal to you all but not everyone is this fortunate and it's definitely a blessing. It seemed to be important to your parents and now for you. Since the next generation is beginning to develop (congratulations Brian, Monet, Danielle and Ron!) I feel certain those cousins will be similarly blessed. I sincerely hope so.

We are thinking of Mallory today as her wisdom is removed (according to her Dad if I'm not mistaken). Ryan is out there melting on his first day of football practice. Now it really feels like his senior year has begun!

Pat hosted the Extreme Pool Olympics over the weekend reminiscent of past Dalpiaz Family Olympic events. Enjoy the memories.

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