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Bill & Mom on the banks of Lake Marcia

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This monument stands 220 feet high and marks the highest point in the state of New Jersey - 1803 feet above sea level!

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These are the stairs up to the top lookout windows of the monument...

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Mom, Bill, and I climbed ever higher...

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View of the lake - if you look closely, you may spot our picnic site on the bank across from the beach

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We made it!

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A little contemplation of the spectacular view while catching our breath!

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This diurnal bird of prey (hawk or a falcon?) was keeping a close eye on us

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Bill, speaking to his people :>

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Prepping birthday watermelon

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Happy birthday, Mom!

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A great celebratory afternoon together!