Mars is closer than you think. Read up on it: Approaching Mars. Cool. Of course I read it as another good reason to host our pumpkin party on the 30th of October. It's the cosmic union of science and party planning.

Hey, my tools are back!


So... here's Alison, conquering Stonewall Peak. Love the confident stance.


Here's a view of the crew, Alison, Gretchen and Hans, waiting below the rapellers.


William was hooked, and made 3 descents. His uncle Bill is showing him the ropes.


I guess I am hooked too. It's very fun, and I like the counterintuitive challenge of letting go.


24 hours later and we were at the beach. Southern California is awesome.


Gretchen, Delia, Alison with Maria and Natalie.