2nd Annual Campout at Pavement Ends

Summer solstice can only mean one thing: it's time to camp out under the stars at Pavement Ends! This year was special because Martha was on leave and spent Father's Day weekend with us. This weekend campout (really just Saturday afternoon and night) has quickly become very special to us. All of our very favorite people in the world were there except my parents, who couldn't make it.


Of course I get to showcase my cooking skills, which last year included ribs and brisket smoked to near perfection. This year, however, jerk chicken was the main course, marinated for 72 hours and grilled to juicy goodness by yours truly. No photos exist of the event in question because I was the only one taking photos at that point!


Here I am with Rhonda's aunt Bonnie. Her folks came and brought Bonnie (fast becoming my favorite aunt, sorry aunt Elise, gotta come around more often), whom we often enjoy cards with at the lake.

Young and old alike came for the festivities. Shannon Rose is a superlative child, happy and healthy and well-loved.


We had planned the same pastimes as last year, including badminton, horseshoes, and croquet, but it was pretty hot and humid and everyone was more inclined to sit in the shade and nurse cold drinks of the adult and non-adult varieties.

Later in the evening, it cooled off nicely and we all enjoyed the company, some cards, and just excellent conversation.


A good time was had by all.