Heat cometh

As the title says, the heat has arrived(How about Jersey, Uncle Tom?). Nothing too oppressive, that's what June-August are reserved for, but it has gotten much warmer quickly. No more open windows, time to destroy the environment Mr. Gore and crank up the AC. It's been a while since my last post and again I think I have failed to ascertain much in the way of entertainment for my audience, but such is life.
A few weeks ago friends and I went to Green Island (English translation) and had a good time. It's one of the more virgin scuba and snorkeling areas in the world, due to the Taiwanese fear of water and aquatic activities. It's quite small but has many areas to snorkel and the water is crystal clear. I've become quite a fan of snorkeling; it's a kin to being born again, you're discovering a whole new world every time you enter the water.
This summer is developing into a busy and pivotal season. I am taking time off in late July/early August to travel to Japan for two weeks. In August I'm going to Laos and Vietnam for a short week, but I've heard such rave reviews from friends it's a mandatory jaunt. Beyond that I'm planning on taking the GRE in October and the LSAT again in December. I haven't decided what route to pursue, but I will apply to schools for both paths and discern which is more promising. The GRE is for Political Science, which admittedly I'm more curious and interested in. The plan is to return next spring, depending on how things shake out. I don't want to settle for a lesser school, but besides learning Chinese my time is increasingly not well spent in Taiwan.
My daily routine is quite leisurely and my schedule affords plenty of free time, most of which has been spent playing basketball and football. I feel confident that among the Maiers (yes I know this is an inflammatory comment) that I am the best basketball player. I have the height, experience, and young legs to prove my point. I will be taking on all comers upon my triumphant return to America. I hope everyone is shooting their free throws, and hitting the weights. By the way, a general question that begs to be asked, am I still the tallest grandchild? I know Alex has shot up like bamboo, but does he top 6'4?
Well, that's it for now, any debate or comments are more than welcome.