messenger

No, I didn't remember the Gathering Blue characters particularly or well enough to fit them into the theme of this book. I got to know Jonas's fate, but not that of another key Giver character.

But of Messenger, eh: can you say Christ figure?

Also, can you say sequel?

bike and swim

Bike 8.6 miles. Swim 1K freestyle. I accomplished this in possibly in my fastest time ever because the club was closing at 5 for a Second of July party.