John, an older man in our ward, died recently, seemingly without family or other connections. With a little detective work and some tender mercies, Brandan was able to talk to cousins John last saw 50 years ago and verify his military service. This week he was laid to rest with military honors. Brandan dedicated his grave at the veterans' cemetery.
Here is his memorial marker. Although John lived a humble life on earth, the riches of eternity await him.
Becky loves to hike. The kids don't like hiking, but love swimming and playing outdoors. This week we met friends for a short hike and then swam in the lake. This was a new hike for us called Grouse Loop, notable for old growth Douglas Fir trees and pretty views of the lake.
Here are Helen and Abe swimming.
This is a photo of Gibson and Eddy drying off before we drove home.
We went rafting with about 30 people who Brandan works with on Saturday afternoon. We filled up four rafts. It was a gorgeous day on the river, nice and hot, and no one minded the water fights or getting dunked in the river (mostly).
Our stake celebrated Pioneer Day with a Pie-oneer Day celebration. The night started with Helen playing a couple of hymns on her violin. She ended the evening by playing "Come, Come Ye Saints."
The program included square dance lessons, singing and pioneer stories. Gibson sang a couple of songs with the Primary kids. You can see him in the middle of the photo.
Everyone brought a pie to share and the evening ended with dessert. Here's Abe with a gluten free peach pie.
Brandan and Abe home teach an elderly woman who makes over 100 quilts a year. She donates most of them to humanitarian projects. She gave Brandan this beautiful quilt to thank him for being her home teacher, doctor and bishop.
Someone from Sofi's mission sent us this photo of Sofi and her companion. Keep up the good work, Sofi!
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