Dairy entry on summer vacation in 10 days
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My family and I just got back from a whirlwind two-week vacation to the East Coast to see the Honeybee’s family in Connecticut and do some sightseeing. We also managed to set aside a little time to visit some of my tax money in our nation’s capital.
Here are just a few highlights:
June 17
4:00 AM: The airport shuttle arrives right on time. Everybody is in a great mood. We quickly load the van up with our luggage and then we’re on our way!
4:04 AM: I make an announcement to the kids, telling them that they each will be allotted $50 to spend as they wish on souvenirs during the trip. Matthew (13 years-old) and Nina (10) both let out a cheer. Even though we just got into the van, as far as Nina is concerned, she’s already made up her mind on the verdict regarding this edition of our family vacation. “This is the best trip ever, Dad!”
5:16 AM: We get our bags checked and make it through airport security unscathed. As we pass a couple of shops on the way to our gate, I feel a gentle tap on my arm. It’s Nina. “Dad, can I get a souvenir now?”
11:01 PM: My first night in New England and the Los Angeles Lakers are hosting the Boston Celtics in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. I’m watching the game at sister-in-law Christina’s house, surrounded by rabid Celtic fans. For the past three quarters the Lakers have been getting pounded by the hated Celtics. Meanwhile my son and I continue to get an earful from the others. Going into the final quarter, the Lakers are down by 12. God, this sucks. The thought of having to endure a Laker loss surrounded by all these Celtic fans — on their home turf, no less — is any Laker fan’s worst nightmare. Why couldn’t I have scheduled the first day of our vacation a day later?