We're blessed to live in a strong stake, the Boise West, and ward, Victory View. Our family has just benefited from two special events sponsored by each. Shane, everybody's favorite 17-year-old Washburn manchild, took part in the stake's 30-mile pioneer trek from Horseshoe Bend to Placerville, ID, July 30-August 2nd. Despite his resistance to taking some of the items on the recommended list, such as sunscreen, foot powder, insect repellent, and a second pair of pants, he fared well, avoiding bites and blisters, sporting only a minor case of sunburn, after all was said and done. Unbeknownst to the tired and grimy trekkers, their parents were invited to assemble in the Placerville park to cheer them on to the finish line, and to enjoy a great lunch of pulled pork, baked beans, salad, and pie together. I'm so happy that Shane was able to be pleased and surprised to see Dan and me there to give hugs and take pictures of him! Yay, Shane! A seventh son, second to none!
Next up, the annual ward family camp out,held in Ponderosa state park, on the banks of Payette lake, near McCall, ID. Shane's had the good fortune of attending before, but I hadn't, and of course Brianna, new to the U.S., hadn't either. The Hobson family, namely Cindy, invited the three of us to camp with them. They set up a spacious 14-ft dome tent for us, and supplied other amenities for our comfort and enjoyment... like food! Both the Washburns and Hobsons hoped Sage would come along too, and he did, adding to the good times. I mean, who'd have been the drummer in our Surfin' USA number if not for Sage? Yes, Bonnie and the Beachcombers made our debut performance at the Frriday night talent sshow! I'd like to thank Rachel, Cindy, & Dave Hobson, and Sage Taylor, Amanda Coltrin, and the highly reluctant and shy Shanester for joining me in making fools of ourselves before our ward. Photography provided by our very own internationally acllaimed publicist, Brianna.
Um, and not to brag, just stickin' with the facts, my strawberry butter created somewhat of a sensation served on Cindy's yummy scones Friday morning. Just cream a cup of softened butter with about a halff cup of strawberry jam, add a little powdered sugar and beat again, and voila! you've got a winner every time! Honey butter doesn't hold a candle to this spreadable pink perfection!
Next up, the annual ward family camp out,held in Ponderosa state park, on the banks of Payette lake, near McCall, ID. Shane's had the good fortune of attending before, but I hadn't, and of course Brianna, new to the U.S., hadn't either. The Hobson family, namely Cindy, invited the three of us to camp with them. They set up a spacious 14-ft dome tent for us, and supplied other amenities for our comfort and enjoyment... like food! Both the Washburns and Hobsons hoped Sage would come along too, and he did, adding to the good times. I mean, who'd have been the drummer in our Surfin' USA number if not for Sage? Yes, Bonnie and the Beachcombers made our debut performance at the Frriday night talent sshow! I'd like to thank Rachel, Cindy, & Dave Hobson, and Sage Taylor, Amanda Coltrin, and the highly reluctant and shy Shanester for joining me in making fools of ourselves before our ward. Photography provided by our very own internationally acllaimed publicist, Brianna.
Um, and not to brag, just stickin' with the facts, my strawberry butter created somewhat of a sensation served on Cindy's yummy scones Friday morning. Just cream a cup of softened butter with about a halff cup of strawberry jam, add a little powdered sugar and beat again, and voila! you've got a winner every time! Honey butter doesn't hold a candle to this spreadable pink perfection!
5 comments:
woohooo you are really move'n and shakin'!!!! I am so glad y'all had these wonderful opportunities. thanks for sharing, maybe we ought o join you on a campout next year!!!
Love ya,
JB
Oooohhh... I will have to try your strawberry honey recipe!! You may see it on the family recipe blog! And what fun it must have been to see your debut performance!!! I wish I could have been there!
Oops! Strawberry butter! Sorry!
I heard Brianna has a friend that she's been doing a lot of fun things with. That's great! I'm glad to see you two are out and about. Take Care.
Hey y'all, Julie, Cindy, and Newbie. Name the place and time, Julie, and we'll be there. (maybe)
Mmmm, hope the strawberry butter recipe turns out for you, Cindy, we love it. But wait, is it on Dr. Abravanel's approved list? ;)
Right, Jessica, Brianna's living the good life this weekend in Sun Valley, ID, attending some sort of yoga workshop with a friend she and Jordan met in the hospital. I hope she's having a good time!
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