June 26, 2021. Canyon Lake, Texas. Dinner at the Esterak's.

The Esteraks used to live in San Antonio but moved to Austin ten years ago where they now live with their three children. Both Debbie and Heath are attornies. Five years ago, they bought a home at Canyon Lake. The house is not within walking distance but you can see their home at the far side of the bay. All their San Antonio friends have kept in close contact over the years and now that they all have a lake house at Canyon Lake they gather for meals., just like we do in Nova Scotia. Yesterday, Debbie invited ua to their home for a summer dinner. I was included. Debbie served a summer salad but she served it as a buffet. Chicken, fruit, olives, greens, fruit and vegetables were set out in the kitchen counter in bowls, along with various breads. Everyone just took what they wanted for their dinner salad. The idea was excellent and the dinner was delicious. The day was hot so cooking was not appealing but we all enjoyed our dinner. Allison and Samantha are good helpers in the kitchen. Our dinner conversation was lively too. Suzanne with the help of Allison and Samantha made a peach cobbler for dessert. This is peach season in Texas and the cobbler was delicious. Both Debbie and Heath attended U. of Texas so as Texas was playing Miss. State in the semi finals of the College World Series we turned it on and watched the exciting game. But we quit with a rain delay. Texas eventually won that game but lost on the third and final game tonight. Debbie and Heath are good friends not only with David and Suzanne but also me. They always invite me and take time to spend time talking with me, which I appreciate. Debbie is especially interested in visiting Nova Scotia so perhaps some year I will be able to entertain them at Gull Bay. Our dinner last evening was a big hit. I enjoyed the dinner and the company. It was a gold star evening.