Gayle was working the desk when we checked in at Sea Rim.  We know her from our earlier time here.  We chatted a bit just catching up then she and Nathan, the new Park Superintendent presented us with a “Stars in our Parks” award.  It turns out that after our volunteer stint in 2013 the staff at Sea Rim nominated us for an award that is presented by the Texas State Parks to recognize exceptional volunteers.  We were among the chosen.  They had been trying to figure out how to get this plaque to us.  Our spur of the moment decision to stop by helped resolve that issue too!  Overall, it has been a great decision.  It is great to see how things are continuing to develop here and it feels good to know that our efforts are appreciated.