For one last summer trip, I went with Brad to Detroit. Brad had to work at his company’s headquarters for a week, and I was hoping to spend time in the hotel room catching up on a million things I hadn’t had time to do all summer. Well, I didn’t even get a fraction of the things done that I wanted to, but I sure had fun. We spent one whole day with Brad’s boss Gordy, his wife Maureen, and…
Day two of Trek began with a beautiful morning. And yes, port-o-potties were apart of that beautiful morning (it’s amazing what you appreciate after a day in the woods, plus, it sure beats what the pioneers had to use!). Even though we didn’t do any “trekking” the second day, it was still packed-full of pioneer activities. Pres. Holt consulting with other leaders and making plans for the day. One of our “daughters” assisting Sister Omohondro with breakfast (yet another…
Brad and I volunteered to be a “Ma” and “Pa” again this year for the youth conference pioneer trek. At one point we thought it might not happen because of all the rain. Even though it was cut short, it was still a wonderful growing experience for youth and adults alike. Here we are loading up vehicles for the windy ride to southern, KY. Meeting together (two Stakes) for last minuet instructions before our journey. Our pioneer “family” visiting and…
For the 4th of July this year we went back to Saint Louis. We had a great time driving down memory lane and visiting with old friends. It was wonderful to see Manuela Anderson and her family again in Troy, Missouri. It was fun seeing our old house in Troy, MO. It still looked just the same, as did all the homes in Southgate Estates, our old neighborhood. We sure miss that house, nestled in the trees, on three acres, in…