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I wanted to do something for the college age group in our church this fall so I decided to take them all rock climbing.  We had a good group out for it and ran out of time well before we ran out of people. (Sorry Jess). We drove the hour to Clifton and hiked the… Continue reading »

We were very happy to be able to celebrate our Mum’s birthday this year.  Even having gone through cancer this year she’s doing super for her age.  Love you Mum, Happy Birthday.

Matt and Sarah came for a visit today.  We were able to get over to his property to take the typical walk.  Off course this time I made it not so typical by walking down the shallow stream and then losing the rest of them (nobody followed me!).  After cutting back through 4o plus acres… Continue reading »

Nobody could remember what year it was that we visited GE and took a tour of Al’s work place, but we had the opportunity to do it again.  Every five years or so, GE opens its doors and allows ticketed folks to walk through the plant and see what they do. It looked a lot… Continue reading »

We’ve been a few times to the Unity Fair and it’s classic Maine fair.  Horse pulling, goat petting (and every other farm animal), and old worn out carnival rides.  A big ol’ group of thirteen went this year and scattered in all directions when we landed.  Albert went to watch his brothers pull their horses, … Continue reading »

Earlier this year I had some folks at church ask me if I’d mind taking them up to Baxter and hike Katahdin with them.  Hmmm, let me think about it. Sure. Absolutely. Any opportunity to hike Katahdin is never wasted.  Having the chance to show someone the mountain for the first time is as incredible… Continue reading »

The First Day of School. The sign that summer is over, the routine anyway… we’ll still hope for some good weather. Nathan started fourth grade at Bangor Christian Schools today.  He was super hyped for the day, let’s hope that is how things go for a while.