We are a little late in composing our journals this month if for no other reason than we have been busy. We departed Prosser, Wash., and traveled to Lakewood Wash., for two weeks in our old hometown. During that stay we attended the high school graduation of our oldest granddaughter, Alyssa, and also took care of all of our medical and dental annual requirements. We also took some time to visit some of our old neighbors. Frank’s mom was with us the entire time and enjoyed visiting with our friends in the community.

Our daughter Michelle, her husband and four of our grandchildren also live in Lakewood. We had some good times with all of them, and Great-grandma enjoyed their attentions. We took time out to visit some of our favorite restaurants and stock up on seafood.

Following this whirlwind we started east again and spent a few days with our son Sam in Kennewick, Wash. We then moved to Missoula, Mont., to visit our youngest son’s best friends, Ben and Julie, and to see their 16-month-old twin sons. Julie was able to get her baby fix by feeding the boys yogurt and avocado.

Departing Missoula we made a three-day jump to Bismarck, N.D., to take Mom home. During our week there we were able to finish a number of projects at her home, cleaning the gutters and installing a new front door. We also were able to attend the wedding reception for our nephew Chris and his new wife, Lorlyn, who were married in March. This was a great party at my brother’s home where we enjoyed an afternoon with friends and family from all over North Dakota.

Once we had completed these projects, we departed and are once again on our own. We are currently in Great Falls, Mont., enjoying a few days of touring the town as well as the mountains west and south of town. We also have taken advantage of the Exchange and Commissary at the nearby Air Force Base.