Graduation

I graduated from my MBA program in May and walked in August. It was quite nice seeing old colleagues and so many familar faces. The family came to cheer me on. William was quite disappointed they wouldn't let me take him on stage. He looked at me with those "Come on Gita, can't you make them let you take me on stage?" eyes. Bummer - no can do!

Rainy Lake, MN

We always head up to Rainy Lake near International Falls, MN over labor day weekend. It's traditional. It's the one place on earth I fall asleep within seconds as I hear the water making sweet sounds all throughout the night. The birds are chirping in the morning and the sun is shining. Alexi and I were stopped by the Canadian Border Patrol while Alexi was driving the boat. " Quick, Gita....switch spots with me!", Alexi said. Within a heart beat we exchanged positions and the power switch control band remained on Alexi's wrist. As I was frantically trying to re-engage the engine cord, the Patrol questioned the way we both entered Canada. Alexi was with family with a visa and I entered through the Canadian Border. Done, they left us with no concerns. My heart was beating as I thought they were going to bust us as Alexi was driving the boat without a license. Few!

Seattle

Here are a few fun pics with Darci.

San Juan Dream

I headed off to Orcas Island, the largest of the San Juan Islands just off Washington State, in mid-September. My goal was to seek peace and relaxation. It was easy! The bed and breakfast I stayed at was quaint and comfortable and the caretakers were super cool and laid back (of course). Kayaking Doe Bay was the highlight. Seeing porpoioses' fins upon exit of the ocean and harbor seals playful gazes when checking out the scene was so sureal. The view from a kayak is one you can't beat! Hung out with Darci and family for a couple days and had a blast reconnecting. Funny how old memories bring us together, but new ones seal our continued friendship.