The old farm and Alridge

We visited Granny's original home. It is now inhabited by a Spanish family. The trees in front have been there as long a granny can remember. The house has changed very little. Then it was off to Alridge where we picnicked and Sam and Brad had a hand at metal detecting. We finisher the day with a fury of gun fire into an abandoned homestead in a canyon at the base of the Blackfoot river.

The Farm

Sam and I drove the hot rod out to the old farm and took some pictures. It is funny how the memories come back when you stand on the same ground where once there were foot prints and bicycle tracks left by 5 little boys who's summers were an adventure beyond imagination.

Summer Cruz

Sam and I cruised the New Sweden area and took some pictures of the old farm.

Brad puts Sidney to rest

Brad finally put Sidney to rest under the tree behind the garage. Harley knew her right away and stood beside her until Brad covered her up. I am sure Harley will walk around the grave until the sent wears off.

A portion of the family

Here is but a portion of the whole family. Granny is the fiber that keeps us together at family picnics. Our summer days are few but spectacular. A couple times a day Boo licks me as she passes by. It is a gesture suggesting the bond is tight. That's my take anyway.

Brad and the Postal Jeep

It is good to have Brad home for a while. Boo enjoys Brad's company. The Postal Jeep is getting a make over. Julia is having a BBQ Sunday in Brad's honor. Brad and I are going to the pride days celebration in Blackfoot tomorrow(http://www.cityofblackfoot.org/pride_days). Val leaves Tuesday for Washington, then on to Alaska on Thursday. That's it in a nut shell. Life is good.

OK, one more Boo experience.

Yes you have a smart dog. Just don,t let it go to your head.