A walk down memory lane! Here’s Ted and Beth walking with me through the woods in the mountains. It was kind of smokey that day and there was a bear in the area, so the kids were nervous but there were lots of people on the trails. even on bikes so I was fairly confident that the bear would be far from all the noise. I really do love this picture!

Amanda and the kids took me to Wabamun Beach yesterday. The day started out windy and lots of cloud but in time the winds disappeared and the sun shone warm and brightly. The kids had a blast!!

Growing up in Ontario beaches were a regular part of our summer. There are many lakes and many lovely beaches. Alberta lakes and beaches are different, and of course much of southern Ontario is very warm and sunny through the summer. So to find a nice beach like this, and have good weather is a real treat.

Finally to note how much the kids are growing up. Not only in height, but in their abilities and confidence in those abilities. We love having them around and they have great manners and are genuinely fun to be with.