The Forest Service opened the Cieniga Trail this week and today we joined the parade of hikers and horsemen testing out the paths. Since we haven't trod this trail for at least two years, it was quite a challenge. The upward grade seemed much more difficult than before but now that we're a few years older, that's probably the reason. We made the hike with not too much energy to spare and after dodging piles of horse poop here and there we struggled back to the Toyota and
made a beeline to the ranch for a much needed rest. Although the weather was cloudy today and the temperature a trifle cooler, there was no rain in the forecast which makes it for a very dry Spring. On the way back from Costco this afternoon we played one of our Hawaiian CDs that we usually listened to in Maui. I thought of our wonderful times there, the snorkeling and hiking on the Maui Meadows and our friends
Kerry and Paul Ramm. We certainly miss their company. Perhaps, one of these days, we'll get to see them again.
Go Aubrey! Just received word from Austin that granddaughter Aubrey was awarded the prestigious St. David's scholarship for a student who plans to major in a health service career. She is very interested in BioChemistry. The scholarship provides the student with $6,000 per year for 6 years to include two years of graduate study. We are very proud of Aubrey's achievement in school, especially her upper 2% standing in the graduating class at Bowie HS of 800 strong. Speaking of graduations, Pam (Gravagne) White is getting her Ph.D from UNM this
coming Saturday (May 12) after a long hard road. Pam stayed the course and completed her requirements in style and we'll be there to cheer her all the way to the stage. Despite many obstacles, including her age (65), she reached her objectives by due diligence and sheer determination. I can vouch for her hard work because we were on site to witness her steps to the degree. 
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