Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Summer

Oregon is one of the best places in the world to spend the summer. I've enjoyed tolerable temperatures, the Wallowa Mountains, my favorite coastal spots and fresh berries plucked from the bush and plopped directly onto my bowl of cereal. What could be better?! Here are a few highlights from my time in Oregon.

In June I ran a 1/2 marathon in Sunriver. My parents and friends Jo Carol, JD and Keri competed as well. Besides the fact I could barely walk for few days afterwards, it was a great weekend!

After the race, my parents and I headed to northeastern Oregon to spend a week and a half camping in the Wallowa Mountains. What a beautiful place! It was a treat to have that time with my parents.

Dad on dish duty!

Dad and I at our stop in the Painted Hills on our way to the Wallowas.

Montana is another one of the best places in the world to spend summer. I enjoyed old friends, made new friends, hiked, shot a rifle, played with two cute little kids and was encouraged to persevere in the Fight. Here are a few highlights from my time in Montana.

Samuel, Jarret, Sarah and I on the four wheeler.

Me and Bob out calling coyotes.

Enjoying the Dearborn River near MWSB.

As I go back, I'm unsure of what this next year will hold for me. I have peace in going but am sad to leave. Regardless of what happens, I'm trusting that I'll be Led and I'm thankful for a summer that's been filled with good gifts.

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