born to my son-in-law, a 2014 grad. and youngest daughter, who was born on the same date 35 years ago. It was a boy, but nameless as of the moment. His paternal grandfather and two aunts, one my oldest daughter and former ND swimmer, are all ND alums.

For 77 years, holding a grandchild was #1 on my bucket list and somewhat in doubt from time to time. Nevertheless, I now have one each of both genders and my granddaughter, approaching two, has me wrapped around her little finger. Replacing my #1 bucket list item now is to live long enough to take them to the golf course and...maybe someday if I can still walk....fishing.

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or enjoying them laughing while dipping their toes in a bubbling stream.

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all the ways Michigan sucks. The assistant to the assistant of the primary assistant to my personal assistant took his call. By the time that went through all the channels and back, we were already celebrating.

Congrats.

Maybe they can room together freshman year!

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