make a diary entry of your summer vacation for 15 days
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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?