for Saturday May 19th

 Joe, our star. Number 1.

"From Jeanni

It has been a few days since I have bragged about one of the kids.   Joe ran in the District Meet last night.  He was awesome.  Before the races he always makes sure to shake everyone's hand and after he tells everyone congratulations.

He got second place for the one mile and 1st place for the 2 mile.  The 2 mile is 8 laps around and it seems like it goes forever.  Joe was spent by the end.  His school won first place in the district for the boys.  Joe was so excited that the guys got a trophy.

Unfortunately, today he has a final exam which might not go as well as the track meet.  I wish he could get extra credit for running or for being kind. He wouldn't have to study at all."

Joe's team and trophy. I assume the older one is the coach.

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Last Thursday while checking out the new Bay Bridge, Eli and I stopped for lunch at an old favorite eating place in Emeryville, The Public Market. The inside has been redone, but the vendors and food was about the same. The crowds have lightened up. I miss the Borders Book Store which was next door.