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Wow! It's been 34 years since we got married!  How is it that it seems like yesterday and yet it seems like we have always been together?

We went to Crater Lake.  I have always wanted to stay in the Crater Lake Lodge.  It met all my expectations!  So fun...beautiful view of the lake.

We enjoyed lots of hiking and walking the rim.

Enjoying the grandkids!

Hannah and Arden came over to Sarah's in July, so we were able to have all the grandkids together! Thommy was able to come for the weekend, too.  These are precious times!

 

Welcome Halston!

 Welcome to the family, little Halston!  It was so great to travel back with Faith and Mikayla to spend a couple of weeks with Sarah and family.  Brian and Josiah came out near the end of our trip to surprise all of us!

Day 18

Welcome to Oregon!

On the last day of our three week road trip, we were all excited to be back in Oregon!  We were in ten different states, some multiple times.  It was great to get to see Sherrilyn, my parents, Hannah, Thommy, Arden, Sarah, Caleb and Beckhem.

 

Making Trail Mix

 Josiah and I made some yummy trail mix for a New Year's Eve snack.  The dried cherries were so much better than the usual raisins. It was delicious!

Fall Trip

In November, we were able to take a trip to Southern Oregon, and go to the Redwoods.  We were so near the California Border, we actually crossed over on our way home.  It was a beautiful hike through the forest.  The kids had a great time!
 

Mr and Mrs

 

We were so thrilled for the wedding day to finally arrive.  It is a blessing to have such a wonderful daughter join our family.

Snow Day!

It snowed after Christmas in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!  Just like a brand new year, the snow reminds me of a fresh, new start. Mikayla and I enjoyed a walk in the crisp fresh snow.  There is something so peaceful and quiet walking outside with the ground and trees covered in freshly fallen snow.  

As I think about a fresh new year, I am looking forward to all the Lord has planned for my life. I hope to grow and learn and draw ever closer to him.  I hope this year brings you blessing upon blessing!