Monday, May 2, 2011:  Mark and Paula went to the Crosslake Recreation Area, about 30 miles north of Gilbert Lodge, for the evening.  The occasion was to see the Barry family.  (l-r) Dana, daughter of Lynn, and Jim. 

 This gave Mark and Paula a change to inspect the Barry's recently purchased Winnebago Elante’ motor home.  As with boats and such, a female name usually in order.  They have named her "Ellie."  

Jim and Dana enjoying dinner at Maucieri's Italian Bistro, Bar & Deli.     

Question to Mark: If this is an Italian restaurant, then what are you doing ordering meat balls?

Answer: I couldn't pass up the special of the day....Swedish meat balls.  I am a sucker for specials and especially anything Swedish with my Swedish heritage.

Dana was telling the group about how she is an angel....at least most of the time.  This was all to the amusement and sometimes amazement of her parents Jim and Lynn. 

All is well that ends well.  The sun set beautifully over Crosslake that night.