Nov. 6, 2013

October is gone, all that is left is munching on the Halloween treats.  There is anticipation of a break from the morning darkness of Daylight Savings Time, Nov 3^rd.  The darkness will be back for a short time in about a month, but the interim will be nice.  Children of our community can get on school buses for a few more weeks in renewed light.

Our village has had much BOO-ING going on through neighborhoods.  This translates as anonymous good deeds.  When someone has been Booed ( received a treat or whatever) then they pass that forward by Booing another household.  It has become a regular October activity in this valley over the last several years.

Patti Christensen has been out of town, in New Jersey, no less, visiting her daughter Sara.  Sara lives in Point Pleasant, with lots of fun: shopping, an ocean beach and places for bike riding.  Patti was able to meet Sara’s boyfriend and his family.  They took a trip to New Hope, PA, located on the Delaware River.  The historical highlight was the spot where George Washington and his troops crossed the Delaware on that cold winter night long ago.  Local rumors are that there are ghosts of the Redcoats in the woods near the crossing.

The LDS Ward thoroughly enjoyed the annual Primary program in Sacrament Meeting the last of October.  It is always delightful, as well as instructive.  The theme this year was “How We Know That We are God’s Children.”  There is something very special about a child performing, looking out at the audience to find those they care about.  Primary President Candy Longhurst and chorister Melinda Jepsen with Terrie McKay at the piano,  were in charge of this performance.

Tammy Beardall of Mink Creek and Keene and Dellene Rigby of Montpelier, ID, traveled with their children, Shawn and Callie Beardall, and grandchildren for a fall trip to Oregon.  They loved the sights of the Columbia River Gorge, the beauty of the river, and the fun of being together on the beautiful Oregon coast.

            We have had some snow that has stayed, at least in the places of constant shade.  The temperature matches. The whitened mountains are standouts.  So far there isn’t enough snow to encourage the snowmobiling crowd, but they are keeping close watch.  Meanwhile, most of us are enjoying the comfort of a wood fire within our homes.  Chainsaws are getting a good workout, trying to beat the next storm, whenever that might be.

            Halloween outdoor decorations are stashed for another year.  Jack-o-lanterns adorned this weeks garbage pickup.  We had fun while it lasted.  Happy November, everyone, remember to be thankful.