Back to Reno

In a recent phone conversation with Anna, she mentioned that they were headed back to Billings for a second look. I inquired about child care and she indicated that they were having trouble finding someone with ease. Katy couldn't come because of work and Courtney had seminary conflicts. I reminded Anna that I am retired and would be happy to come. Before the day was done I had a ticket for a Saturday night flight back to Reno. Rob and Anna left the car at the airport with a hidden key, as we passed like ships in the night. I had a few errands on the way to the Hastings home, so the kiddos were fast asleep when I arrived. Sunday we went to church. Back at home I cooked and everyone else relaxed. The boys and Clara went down to the creek with hammocks, books, and Bella. When all my chores were finished I joined them for some time on the grassy banks of the creek in a small grove of aspens. It has been raining here, as it has in Provo, and the skies have been magnificent! I expect no less from Reno.

Ready to leave SLC

 Always pleased to support Gavin

Great Salt Lake

There is a beautiful sunset happening down there under the clouds

Hello,Reno

Church in the morning

Headed up the Thomas Creek trail to join the kiddos

 The rain has made the creek full

An idyllic spot for a Sunday afternoon

Iris amongst the grass

Happy together

Dickie and Clara chewing grass

Joined by the boydeboys

Sunday dinner 

 

Roast pork, braised apples, tatties, parsnips, and GRAVY

 

Late afternoon spectacle: approaching storm

 The skies were beautiful in every direction

I enjoyed sitting on the deck, taking it all in

The sun setting west over the Sierra

Today is Memorial Day, but weather is cool with rain expected, so we didn't go to Tahoe as we had wished, but the 3 older kids are off on adventures with friends. I will post whatever activities do materialize. That's all for now.

OXO

D.