Saturday, August 8, 2009

Out into the southern Washington country for a birthday surprise...

Last night we headed off to meet our friend Jim's mother, sister and other family members overlooking the Cowlitz River in southwest Washington. The drive alone was nice, sitting in a quiet rental car with my friend driving, making our way south. When we arrived, we met more people in the family, who pretty much reflected his appealing personality. His entire purpose in coming down was working with his sister to create a surprise 85th birthday party for their Mom...which happened very nicely. Getting to take part in that was a great break for Faith and I from our usual proceeds.

Faith also got to spend some hours out picking blackberries, in a productive and very attractive countryside. We did some hiking too, and truly enjoyed being out in the country -- with very nice weather with temps in the 60's too. Now we're back in Seattle, with our friend staying with us a night before flying back to Alaska.

Hope all of you are having a great weekend too...

Dennis & Faith

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

I hope he could huff and puff enough to get that air mattress inflated. Of course now I feel a little cheated on by that fleece topped Colman. Glad to hear you had a good time. Good luck with new treatment tomorrow. Gary Q

Unknown said...

just a quick note to say you are thought of every day - hope you are doing well.....take care....sheryl

PamelaJ said...

The half-way mark and you still have your sense of humor and curiousity, good for you. I hope the weather continues cool for your remaining weeks.

It sounds like the change in treatment times has really helped. You continue in my prayers for a full recovery.