Family

And so our grandchild, Melissa, came to visit, to roast marshmallows with the kids, and to share news.

For old timers like us, the break from lazing around the house and watching TV keeps us young. Ditto for the close to home beach trip with Meli's boys and with Brigitte.

And then it was goodbye to Shay, who now has a happy home and a happy rider.

Opa has ups and downs. But he always wears a smile.

And as always, he loves the beach

So where's Mom in all of this?

Here she is