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It’s May 1st!

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It’s May 1st!

The conversation revolves around the rapid progression of time, with participants noting the transition into May and the upcoming Memorial Day and Mother’s Day. They discuss the unusual weather patterns in Maine, including excessive rain and cold temperatures, which have disrupted local sports schedules. Matt Gagnon mentions his son’s travel baseball team having 10-12 games canceled, and the high school team potentially playing four games in a week. The discussion also touches on the challenges of balancing family activities, with Matt Gagnon attending multiple events and coaching his son’s team. The weather forecast for the upcoming weekend includes scattered showers and partly sunny conditions.

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