Everson

We arrived at the Richey's on Saturday afternoon, on a warm, sunshiny day. We spent all afternoon outside. Dave's daughter, Morgan, flew in from Arizona on Saturday, as well. Kelsey was there, and Jake, Lindsay and Madi also came to visit, so it was a great family day!

We planned to spend the week there, although we were going to take Wednesday and Thursday, and make a side-trip to Leavenworth, so you will see pictures of that trip on the next post.

Hailey is taking care of Madi this summer while Lindsay works, so we got to see lots of her, which is great. Like all of the little girls in the family, she thought that Papa was the best, and said "Papa" quite clearly!

We were in Everson for Lee's birthday on the 14th, and also for Val's on the 17th. Val made Lee a carrot cake for his birthday, and we made her a pineapple upside down cake for hers! In fact, we made TWO of them, as the first one refused to rise, and instead, was a pineapple upside down torte! Still quite tasty, though.

On the 17th, Val's birthday, Dave's sister Lisa and her husband, Troy came for a visit. They live in Albuquerque, and had not been to Everson since Val and Dave's wedding, which was 5 years ago. We barbequed and all enjoyed Val and Dave's new outdoor dining room table and chairs.

On Saturday, we all headed for Deception Pass, one of the most visited sites in Washington. A post of that trip will follow as well. On Sunday we packed up and headed off to Aldergrove, BC. Following is an assortment of pictures from our great week with Val, Dave, Lindsay, Kelsey, Hailey, Morgan, Madi and Jake!

Here is Miss Madilyn in the Hawaiian dress that her Papa and I got for all the little girls while we were in Hawaii. Isn't she adorable?

Madi and her Grandma

Madi, Grandma, and the mini pony. Madi likes to lead the ponies, with her Grandma's help, but was less sure about riding her.

This is much better! Grandma carrying Madi, who is leading the pony.

And here's the new baby of the family, Maxx, with his Daddy, Dave! Maxx was Dave's father's day gift!

Dave on Annie, warming her up, or, wearing her out, so that I could ride her.

Morgan with Annie.

Here I am, on Annie! It's been decades since I've been on a horse, but I'm happy to report that I was able to get my posterior up on her, without assistance! :). Giddyap, Annie!

Me and Annie, posing for the camera.

Madi and GG, watching Morgan ride Annie. Morgan put her through her paces, and said that Annie was really an easy horse to ride.

Then Madi got brave, and sat on Annie with Grandma. She was quite tickled with the experience, and is pointing at Annie.

Hailey and Morgan at the computer, playing hour after hour after hour of World of Warcraft and IMing with friends.

Grandma and a very happy Madi!

Here's Dave at their new outdoor dining set! It was great!

Papa and GG with wine and salads. Life is good!!

Madi's "morning hair". Her Grandma says that she looks like "cousin It"!

Here's Maxx, naping with the blanket that I knitted for him. Unlike the Corgi's and Rylie, Maxx has short hair and gets cold easily. He liked cuddling with his blanket.

Grandpa and Madi. Note that Madi has Grandpa's phone, and is having a pretend conversation with her Daddy.

Grandpa and Madi. Dave was laughing at something that Troy said. Madi was still pushing buttons, trying to call China.

It was a great evening, and so much fun to be able to spend time with everyone! We're liking this retirement thing, and we're liking this road trip thing, too!