Beach Night in Lake Tahoe
For four years now, between Memorial Day and Labor Day, a group of our friends have been meeting every Tuesday evening at one of the many Lake Tahoe beaches. The initiative for this gathering was the realization during idle conversation that an entire summer had passed and no one had spent any time at the lake. How can you live in such beauty and not SEE it. From that point on, the Tuesday night event was underway. And although some evenings it could feel like a hassle to gather the picnic baskets, assigned meal contributions, chairs, layers of clothing, etc., once settled in, the same exclamations are uttered week after week. ”Wow, we really live here.”
Now that Labor Day has passed and we prepare for cooler months ahead, we take with us cherished memories of glorious sunsets, toddlers exploring sand & water, guitar strumming, discoveries of new wines and family recipes highlighting green Jello and belly laughs right here in our own “backyard.” And best of all, Tuesday Night Beach Dinner now a part of day-to-day living in Lake Tahoe (at least in the summer.) 
Gotta Love the Lake Tahoe Weather
The local classic quote for Lake Tahoe weather is, “If you don’t like the weather, just wait a few minutes.” Okay, minutes might be a slight exaggeration, but only slight. Four days ago, we took the top down on the VW to enjoy summer weather at its finest. Off to the beach to soak up the rays, air up the bike tires, ventures to the local golf courses – all in full swing. Lake Tahoe residents were grinning from ear to ear.
However, you can bet there were jackets and scarfs stowed away in trunks and bags. Those of us that have called Lake Tahoe home for a few years no better. And sure enough, we awoke to snow this morning. YES SNOW! Now, I for one was somewhat delighted as I had been experiencing pangs of envy toward parents of the area’s current Little League baseball teams. How many games did we sit through huddled under down blankets and toting propane heaters to the bleachers? After all, this is how we locals historically prepare for our roles as Little League parents. Yet, this 2008 season saw Lake Tahoe Little League parents boasting sun burns. That’s just not right!
Alas, justice is here and as I watch over the office this Memorial Day weekend, I will remind my office peers to pack their layers of clothing and have a great time. Yes, the Boys of Summer are back.