By BILL ENLOE
Los Alamos

I had the fortune of growing up in Los Alamos. It was in the sixties and there wasn’t a lot to do then, not unlike today. I never was bored or even thought about not having something to do. During the week time was concentrated on school and sports. The weekend was focused on the great outdoors. We hiked, rafted, built a cabin in the mountains and renovated a cave in White Rock Canyon, to enjoy music and friendship.

We had parties at different homes that were gracious hosts. No alcohol or drugs, but great entertainment and friendship. No small clicks or status issues. We were all in high school and enjoying life.

I know today things have changed, but high school students still face the same decisions, who do you associate with, do you drink or do drugs, and how do you choose to spend your time.

What I did is irrelevant, the point is there’s always something interesting and exciting to do, if you only use your skills and imagination. Go for it and have fun.