On a very nice morning in June, we decided to get some physical exercise and hike up Sugarloaf Mountain. We commenced our trek early in the morning, thinking that less people would be there. Wow, were we mistaken. Little did we know that everyone in Montgomery County thought the same way we did. OK, not everyone thought that way, but by 9am, there were over 100 cars. There was literally wall-to-wall hikers walking to and fro. Despite the traffic, it was a very nice day to go outdoors.
Living thousands of miles from my grandson, it is a grand honor to participate in some of his activities. So when the opportunity arose to attend one of his soccer games, we were delighted to accept the invitation. Although his team did not win, the game was not about winning but was about rewarding every member with the same rewards: a large conspicuous badge and a sumptuous frozen treat and a photo op of the team and coach. Although he did not score and at times seemed not to know what was going on, we enjoyed watching him grace the soccer field with his running around the whole field. He seemed to be saying to us to watch him, which we did with pleasure. I am proud of my grandson for trying. One day, I believe, he will be a great soccer player. But for now, he is still my favorite soccer player in America. And that's what counts. Go, Blake!

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