Minnesota to see "the child" Aug 2013

We had a wonderful visit with Andrea, Mike and Nicole.  We went to Minnesota with Bob and Lonnie McEntire who were great traveling companions.  We had the traditional burgers and milkshakes at Culvers, attended the blessing of Nicole, played golf, went to a state park for a barbeque, rented a paddleboat and kayak, ate a breakfast at “Cheap Charlies” and visited the Mayo clinic.  Of course we also played games and watched a video—“42”.  The highlight of the trip was playing with “the child”.  She is cute and fun and receives loving attention 23 out of 24 hours per day.   

Backpacking Trip Aug 2013

We had a wonderful backpacking trip this week.  We left late Wednesday night for the Green River trail.  Unfortunately, there was a forest fire in that area so we went back to Scab Creek Trail where we’ve gone in the past.   We caught fish, played games, took a hike to Lightening Lake and had great fish meals around the campfire.  Matthew and Spencer had a great time and want to do it again.

Some pictures: