Our first real "new life phase" vacation trip took place in mid-July, just weeks after Gail and I retired. Our good friends, Rick and Lee Timboe, joined us for a week in Maui. We had a gorgeous villa on the beach, which allowed us sunset views on a nightly basis. Our activities included snorkeling, pool time, dining, and shopping. Gail and Lee rode horses. During their ride, Gail's horse (a stud named Brad Pitt), decided to lie down on its side. Gail showed great "grandmother agility" and nimbly jumped off the horse before it could land on her. Once the horse stood up again, Gail amazed the other riders by mounting the horse on her own. Each evening was filled with card games, wine, and conversation. Two memorable meals included the stuffed Mahi Mahi at Mama's and the prime rib at Kemo's in Lahaina. Gail came home with a 37th anniversary keepsake, a beach glass necklace which took the artist two years to complete.
Mom brought Brad Pitt to his knees? :) Way to go, Grandma!
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