Surf rolling in. Big waves, but unable to reach the pier, which, in appreciation of previous destruction, has been installed in an elevated position. Usually, an east wind brings weather, so we can only hope. At least we have clouds.

Given the number cottages now occupied along the Lane, not to mention the hot sun and high heat, we have been walking the upper bluff trail that parallels Serendipity, where shade is plentiful and the temperature cooler. One has to adapt, or a least try to.

Today, along with instrument practice, the summer regimen decided upon in the winter months was actually implemented. Paddle, pedal, row, swim. Morning kayak into the waves. Afternoon ride to the marina. Good long row in Geode. And then a brief swim after the sweaty ride back.

The rowing part was inspired by Guido Brunetti, the main character in Donna Leon's books. In the book I'm reading now, Earthly Remains, Commissario Brunetti takes a needed two week leave of absence from the Venice police force and spends 6 hours a day during that time rowing around the laguna..