Sometime during the end of May, the Rial family got together to celebrate Mother's Day with my grandmother. This reunion, it was decided to go out to a state natural area in Greenfield, the Big Cyprus Tree Natural Area. At one time, the world's largest Cyprus Tree was located in Greenfield, hence the name. But as luck would have it, as soon as the state designated the area as a state park, the tree was struck by lightening and burned to the ground. So the area, was turned into a natural area instead of a full blown state park.
Well enough about the sad history, and on to happier times. We had a great time with the uncles, aunts, cousins, and cousin's kids. It was good to see them and spend some time with my grandmother. It was the first time in several years that I had been out to the park, but it is really nice with walking trails, playground equipment, and picnic area. The family probably will not be back together until Thanksgiving, so it was nice to catch up with everyone that was there. The kids had a great time playing and running. It was a great day!
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