We went to the Argyle Brewery to cheer our friend Ian McRae on as he stepped onto a stage for the first time and played his guitar to strangers.

It went well. Of course, he was anxious at first but played well. The sound system in the brewery had some trouble, but it was a touching and lovely kickoff. We never know with Ian how far things will go, but he’s taken his poetry far, and the guitar playing we have heard has been outstanding.

Ian is one of those people who can do what he decides he wants to. I was proud of him and happy he asked Maria and me to come. Next week, we’ll resume our weekly chess matches. We had a violent rainstorm today, but there was no damage yet, and the power was still on.

I’ll be curtailing my blogging this weekend to support Maria with some things she needs help with.

I will post my daily Cambridge Pantry food requests for the weekend—we’re calling it Mexican Celebration. And also my Flower Art if possible.

For the first time in Pantry history, the pantry is looking for two Mexican food items over the weekend: Enchilada Sauce and Salsa, $1.58 and $3.48. For those who want to jump the gun, it’s on the pantry wish list. I’ll post about it in the morning.