Cabin Weekend 2007

This past weekend we headed to Whiteford, MD for Glenn's annual cabin weekend. Every year Glenn has hosted the gang (all friends from VT's ME class of 2003) at his parents cabin. This is the first time in 4 years that all 7 of us could make it. I have a hard time using the word perfect, but I think this might be a time where that word is just what fits. The weather was great, the food plentiful, the mood mellow (despite the large quantities of beer) and time just seemed to stand still.

We arrived Friday night, with Carla and Jonathan following us in on the road. Mannix met us at the car and helped us tote all our gear down the dark path (thank goodness for flashlights) and to the cabin. Shortly after arriving Jonathan grabs Carla's left hand and says "So we have some news." I believe there was some shrieking (from Martha and myself) and lots of hugs, congrats and a few "its about time." Jonathan and Carla had gotten engaged in San Diego 2 weeks prior and kept it secret for 2 weeks so we could all be told in person. It was a really special moment and a great way to start of the weekend. We then headed out to the deck, popped open some drinks and just sat and talked into the wee hours of the morning.

Saturday morning I woke up pretty early to see the scene below. Wow. Simply stunning.

The cabin with extra large deck. The deck was built by Glenn and Glenn Sr. and its one strong deck. Not only did it hold the 11 of us, but more coolers and cans of beer than you can imagine.

As people started stirring, I got started on breakfast. Glenn was an excellent sous chef and kept careful watch of the 2 dozen eggs while I manned the griddle of never ending pancakes. We then headed outside to enjoy the sun and a yummy breakfast feast.

While most of us opted for coffee (mmm) or OJ, Mannix needed something a little more hoppy. What better match for pancakes and eggs than a chilled Natural Light.

An extra large spider was decided to join us for breakfast. The thing was HUGE! It didn't stick around too long. A few seconds of Jonathan and a broom and well, you can guess its fate.

I had to get a shot of the outhouse. Although the house did have running water (fed by the lake, and run through a purification system) public sewage was not part of the package. Glenn requested that the guys use the outhouse, to extend the life of the septic tank.

We spent the latter part of the morning and better part of the afternoon hanging out on the dock. We saw a few birds and a pretty large carp that Mannix attempted to spear with a flag pole. I don't know who was lauhging more, the gang or the carp.

After lunch the sea worthy folks headed out on a little tour. My land loving self was happy to stay back at the house :).

Around 6pm, the water was finally calm enough for water skiing. Jonathan, Randy, Shea and Glenn all took there turn on putting on a great show.

Sunday morning it was time to pack up and say goodbye. It was definitely sad to go after having such a great time, but that is what makes reunions so special. We are all definitely looking forward to being together next summer to celebrate the marriage of Carla and Jonathan.

Top: Glenn, Shea & Mannix, Patrick & Martha, Geoffrey
Bottom: Jonathan & Carla, Katharine & Randy, Heather

Full Photo Coverage of Cabin Weekend 2007