Congrats Dr. Al Lane

On August 14th, Stanford hosted a "stepping down" party for Jeremy's dad. The entire family came together (Jeremy's brothers flew up from LA), and it was a great gathering. It was an honor to be among Al's colleagues, and to listen to the amazing things they said about him. I later told Maureen that it's like Al leads a double life. This side of him, we never get to see, and I was glad that I did.

Then, later in the afternoon, a loud whistle blew, and the Stanford Band rushed through the picnic area. We all thought they were just being their quirky selves & would keep running...nope! They stopped right near us & played four or five songs for Al's party!! It was the coolest thing!!!

Kellen as we just arrived:

The Lanes & a few others with the Band:

The Three of Us with the Tree:

Grandmo and GrandDad with Kellen & his cousin Kathleen:

The Lane crew with the Tree: