April 7, 2020

        Be of good cheer, this most recent snowstorm is only spring, approaching in Idaho syle. Those shivering birds are actually right on schedule. Robins, red-winged black birds, even the buzzards. The buzzards have been thoroughly enjoying the recent winds as they spread those big black wings and sail back and forth, with the added boost in the gloomy sky.

         Two couples have adjusted their marriage plans and are now Mr. and Mrs. River McKay, daughter of Sharla and Lin McKay, and Hunter Morgan decided to elope to some warmer territory. Benjamin Seamons, son of Jennifer and Jeff Seamons, went to the east coast, the groom at his wedding to Mollie Collins of North Carolina. His parents were able to go and witness this occasion.

          The four missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mink Creek Ward, have returned home, with the coronavirus quarantines in place. Elder Walter Iverson was serving in the Dominican Republic. Sister Shae Donaldson, serving in the Paraguay, Asuncion, Mission, Elder Noah Daines in the Michigan, Lansing Mission, and Elder Matthan Daines, in the Georgia, Atlanta, Mission.

         Amazing what can be done in these 'haven't done this before” times. A baby shower turned into a virtual baby shower, with guests viewing and participating from on-line. This was for Cynthia and Justin Longhurst whose first baby is due in May.

        One thing that doesn't happen on-line, the birth of a baby. Mink Creek's population has increased by one with the birth of another son to Natalie and Jamie Forbush. He came a little later than planned and put on a little weight, weighing in at a bit over nine pounds. Both mother and son doing well at this time.

          For comments on our recent earthquakes: It was felt in Mink Creek, but those experiencing it seem to be selective. Several people, dwelling in the same house, usually report that only one or two felt the tremors. No evidence of damage has been reported. There were some sheep and goats out on the highway, but no one reported that incident having any connection with the earthquakes.

          Easter week. Our hills are bare of snow, for the most part. Palm Sunday for the majority of our residents was probably watching the General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on television. It was a great way to start this week of Easter thoughts.

         There must still be adequate snow up our canyons because the snowmobile people are still hauling their machines up there when weekends arrive. Happy Easter, everyone. May we all remember the real reason for this season.