This weekend my dad came up for a visit. Anyone who knows my dad can guess what sort of adventure he inspires....a hike!
Eric, Heidi, and Ethan took Dad to climb Mt. Pilchuck on Friday afternoon. It was a gorgeous day, perfect for hiking!
What can beat standing on top of the world?!
On Saturday we drove up to Deception Pass on Whidbey Island. It was considerably more crowded than usual, with some roped off areas and law enforcement. When we asked a park ranger what was going on he said they were having a celebration for the bridge's 75th Anniversary. They closed the bridge off for several minutes, and let a line of antique cars drive over it for a photo op.
Down below, the kids enjoyed the rocky beach, while Dad hiked around and got some pictures.
Down the road from Deception Pass is Fort Casey. We made a stop there and had fun chasing kids around the old fort and barracks.
What topped off the weekend came on Sunday, however. My dad was able to ordain Eric to be a High Priest in our church. He gave him a really beautiful blessing, which I know will give Eric a lot of strength as he embarks on his new assignment. Our Stake President then set him apart to be on the High Council, which entails a lot of responsibility in helping the members of our Stake. I am so proud of him, knowing that he is both worthy and capable of such an important assignment. It also meant a great deal to me and Eric that my dad was able to be a part of it!
Eric, Heidi, and Ethan took Dad to climb Mt. Pilchuck on Friday afternoon. It was a gorgeous day, perfect for hiking!
What can beat standing on top of the world?!
On Saturday we drove up to Deception Pass on Whidbey Island. It was considerably more crowded than usual, with some roped off areas and law enforcement. When we asked a park ranger what was going on he said they were having a celebration for the bridge's 75th Anniversary. They closed the bridge off for several minutes, and let a line of antique cars drive over it for a photo op.Down below, the kids enjoyed the rocky beach, while Dad hiked around and got some pictures.
Down the road from Deception Pass is Fort Casey. We made a stop there and had fun chasing kids around the old fort and barracks.
What topped off the weekend came on Sunday, however. My dad was able to ordain Eric to be a High Priest in our church. He gave him a really beautiful blessing, which I know will give Eric a lot of strength as he embarks on his new assignment. Our Stake President then set him apart to be on the High Council, which entails a lot of responsibility in helping the members of our Stake. I am so proud of him, knowing that he is both worthy and capable of such an important assignment. It also meant a great deal to me and Eric that my dad was able to be a part of it!Thanks, Dad! We love you!!
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Hey! We were over there too! We even went to Fort Casey, too bad we missed you!
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