During fall 2011 it occurred to us that with Eric graduating from Southern Illinois University and Joey from Centennial High School we had a great excuse to schedule a backpacking adventure! We decided May, right after graduation, would be the perfect time to go – before summer got busy with new/summer jobs. We bounced ideas… Continue reading Our Isle Royale Adventure: Preface
Oh, what a spring it’s been! Besides the historically warm spring temperatures that rushed spring gardening, we’ve had some milestones this year… April 30: Joey successfully completes his Eagle Board of Review May 12: Eric’s Southern Illinois University Commencement (he didn’t attend, but did get his diploma) May 12: Joey’s 18th Birthday May 20: Open… Continue reading Our Spring of Glorious Chaos
My Uncle Orland died May 21st. I wrote previously about the influence my immediate family has had on my intellectual development. During the celebration of life, I was reminded of the many positive influences Uncle Orland and Aunt Ilda had on my life. They took me regularly to the Camera Club in town to see… Continue reading Uncle Orland
