Derek and family visited today, which they do most Sundays. Today we decided to go to a nearby park. The Deschutes river flows through the park and Gentry wanted to explore so the river was the natural place to go. We saw people floating down the river and others fishings. Gentry enjoyed throwing sticks into … Continue reading Visit to the Park
Susan heard from all three of her boys (Kacy, Curtis, and Derek). Nothing from Holly, unfortunately. We thought that Derek and his family would be here for dinner, but his wife (Katrina) didn't feel well so it was just going to be Derek and Gentry. But it didn't seem right to leave Katrina home alone … Continue reading Mother’s Day 2020
Linda Grible, a second (I think) cousin, is a big family history buff. She sent me a message today asking for a wedding photo of my parents because she's compiling a book about Andrew Horning and Sarah Harter and their descendents, and is looking for wedding photos of all of their grandchildren. Both Mary and … Continue reading Mom and Dad’s Wedding Photo
I came upon this quote recently: The only opinion about you that matters is your own. Other people’s behavior and thoughts are a reflection on them and their issues, not yours. It was posted on LinkedIn by Mel Robbins, TV host and motivation speaker. I don't know if she originated it, but it certainly rang … Continue reading Other people’s behavior
Yesterday, Susan and I celebrated our 10th anniversary. Because of the Coronavirus, all non-essential businesses are closed, including sit-down restaurants. So there wasn't a whole lot we could do to celebrate. Sit-down restaurants are closed. Susan suggested, however, that we take a drive to the ocean, and it turned out to be a fun little … Continue reading Our 10th Anniversary
At the conclusion of last October's General Conference, President Nelson told us to look forward to a very special April Conference when we would be commemorating the 200th anniversary of Joseph Smith's First Vision. The 190th General Conference, which ended today, was indeed memorable for that reason, but will probably be most remembered as the … Continue reading An empty Conference Center on General Conference weekend
Uncle Gene (my mom's brother) passed away on March 1st. His funeral was scheduled for March 13th, but because of the virus scare that's going on right now (that causes Covid-19), the funeral Mass was cancelled. Instead, a memorial service will be held when things quiet down. The interment went on, however, with only family … Continue reading Uncle Gene’s Burial
