by Dennis Augustine
After a relaxing jacuzzi and swim at our clubhouse pool, Cecile and I took our nephew Zach to Shoreline Lake American Bistro in Mountain View for lunch. The place was buzzing with summer energy—kids and teens in camp, and a kaleidoscope of color from kayaks, paddle boats, sailboats, and windsurfers gliding across the lake.
Zach ordered the Soy Ginger Salmon with steamed rice and Asian veggies, while Cecile and I shared a Roasted Turkey Club on focaccia with a fresh garden salad.
After lunch, I rented bikes for Zach and me. Cecile found a shady spot with her book, and I led Zach along the open trails to a quiet hideaway of small islets where dozens of majestic white pelicans were gathered—a breathtaking sight to cap off a beautiful day.
