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November 19, 2003
head over heels
I took the southwestern route back from Madison to LaCrosse this morning hoping to see lots of migrating waterfowl. I think I'm a bit late, as I only saw a few, but did manage to see quite a lot of bald eagles along the Mississippi River.
My high school friend Travis and his wife Marcie have two big handfulls at their home in Madison. One was an ill two year-old and the other just about three months. They were quite the bundle of everything (snot, poop, drool, etc.) but we managed to go out for a hit-and-run meal at the local diner. Knowing how long it takes toddlers to chill out, I got outta there a bit exhausted, but surely not as exhausted as the parents were.
Afterwards I went to Pat and Dave's fabulous ranch-style home on the other side of the Wisconsin State Capitol. 'Twas lovely to meet them and thanks for the Go-Go's tape!
I'm definitely ready to get back to DC and wade back into work. The holiday season should make the learning curve a bit easier, especially with a quiet campus.
Posted by jimbo at November 19, 2003 3:02 PM
Comments
I am glad you had a great time and explored around the Midwest. There is something magestic about Bald Eagles at the Mississippi River Flyway.
I wished you had stopped by Chicago for dinner. I would have loved to played tour guide.
You are a handsome man.
garryalbrecht@hotmail.com
Posted by: garry at November 20, 2003 7:25 PM