26… I did my first speech… got an A! Steve and I went out and ate ice cream afterwards.

30… After speech, Norm and I took the BMW to Galena. It was a terrific day. I loved it.

July 3… Speech. Work. Mom and I went (shopping) Steve and I went to
West Lake.

4… Work. Jon and I went to (a) nature trail and picnicked, then to the fireworks.

July 6… Norm and I went sailing on the Mississippi. He lost my straw hat. After supper, we took off with the "kicker" (Motor for the canoe).

9…. (My boss) thought I was lying when I called in sick.

21… Worked on final speech. Topic: Stress.

29… Steve wished me well for Mayo trip. Norm and I took a long walk in Davenport.

30… Packed suitcase; spent 45 minutes in the bathroom… left for Rochester, MN

31…Took tests… shopped…Mom bought me a pair of jeans. Swam for 1-1/2 hours.