Cape Cod Trip - Day 3

Slept until 0830. Dressed up for Dad's retirement and then drove over to Gerard's with Katie, Carolyn and John (1000). Dad had already left with Beth. Followed Gerard to Newport, RI, via US-6, MA-25, I-195 and RI-24. Had some problems with Dad's car (pops in neutral). Had lunch at McDonalds. Arrived just in time for ceremony - found the right place, though... We thought Dad retired at 1300, but the actual event didn't begin until 1500. The ceremony wasn't over until 1730. We went to a small reception then - it was good - and took photos. There was a TV behind the bar and I got to see the end of the ND-Michigan game (tied 17-17). Later went to dinner with Dad, Beth, Gerard, Grammy, Aunt Eva, Aunt Irene, Carolyn, Katie and John. After dinner, drove back to Dennis in Dad's car. Home by 2130. Called Bob and Frank and then looked for books and games in the attic. Watched "Saturday Night Live" with Katie. Bed around 0030.