September 12-13: We had a great time kayaking to Blake Island with the Grimmets, and some new acquaintances.
Absolutely fantastic weather...we could see from Mt. Baker to Mt. Rainier during the day, and the Seattle skyline all lit up at night.
The "Columbia"
When the river is just down the road I just have to make use of it!
Princess
We're liking our new outfit!
Precious
Granny, Poppa and Molly. No words necessary.
Molly's Blessing
Almost everyone . . . we were sorry Brandon and his family couldn't be there.
Cheer
Natalie finds yet another way to keep busy.
Camping . . .
This is a view from our favorite campground. We have camped here for over 20 years!
Lovin' the Outdoors
Jared, Deanna and Natalie hike to Packwood Lake where there was an extremely well attended mosquito convention.
Trek
Natalie got to celebrate her 16th Birthday on a Stake Youth Trek with 400 other youth! Lucky girl! ;)
Captain
Bary was Captain of Turquoise Company
Cove Palisades State Park
We were able to enjoy a nice hike in Central Oregon.
STP
Jared and Bary experience father & son bonding time on a 200 mile bike ride from Seattle to Portland. Deanna and Natalie drove.
Like Father - Like Son
Everyone needs a hero.
It's a Girl!
Welcome Molly! Congratulations Darren, Emily, and brother Connor!
Aunthood (it should be a word)
Connor loves his Natalie!
Fun
Bary & Deanna aka Grandpa & Grandma like taking Colton for a bike ride!
College Graduate!
Jared has reason to smile!