I write to you now from the Julia Rogers Library of Goucher College, MD, wher I have just spent the morning in classes and interviews. It's ben a busy week, and I've been disconnected for most of it. Last Wedensday, My dear brother Tripp and I drove (well, to be precise, he drove, I played music) on down to Huddleston, VA, to prepare for his wedding. We stayed at a beautiful cabin on Smith Mountain Lake, far from civilization, with a breathtaking view. After spending a couple days fretting and running errands, the day arrived, and I can say in all honesty that it was one of the best weddings I've ever been to. The entire service embodied the joyful quirkiness I've come to expect from Tripp and Trish. I also got to visit with many dear friends, both old and new. Mark and Susie and Luke were in attendance, as were lesser-seen-but-just-as-exciting-to-see Laura and Sarah, Justin and Mae, and new friends Larry and Kate. Much partying, dancing, good music and good food ensued. The morning after, I got up much earlier than I should have, and made my way to the bus depot and rode the day away on a Greyhound bus, finally arriving in Baltimore.

So, that brings us fairly well up-to-date. I'll post something fairly long on maturity and growing up when I have the time (probably in the next couple of days). Later!