Friday, we had a lazy day then did a bunch of running around Bend, checking out the pawn shop, the Christian Book Store, and of course Fred Meyer for a few groceries that we forgot. We got a late start, since we wanted to miss the early morning black Friday shoppers. We had a great day together, and headed back to hang out after supper. Ryan insisted on a fire, so we had a fire, sitting out in the balmy 35 degree weather. Our fire was short lived, and we were very thankful for the furnace!
Saturday, we woke to beautiful sunshine, and 50 degree weather!! We headed out to do some sight seeing. Our goal was Tumalo Falls, as well as Cline Falls. We got to a closed gate and found we had to hike in 2 1/2 miles through the snow (uphill both ways!) to get to the falls. The road is not plowed past the gate in the winter months. SO...being we weren't really snow hiking dressed, we decided we would save that hike for a summer day!
We headed back toward Sisters & Cline Falls. We took the long way and got some beautiful views of Sisters! Bill also wanted to check out Black Butte Ranch. It was NOTHING like we expected. It was a resort/gated community type place. We took a tour through and knew this was not our thing! We did learn though, that Cline falls was also in higher country, and the guy at the visitor center said we would be disappointed if we traveled the 15 miles there. SO..again, we opted to check it out another time. I've never been disappointed by any waterfall! We headed back to camp, enjoyed chili for dinner, a walk and a nice evening to sit out for a bit.
Sunday we woke to another beautiful day. I'd been a bit stressed worried about getting the trailer back over the pass...but it proved to be sunny and warmer than normal. Thank you Lord!! We had a great breakfast, tore down camp and headed into TC for Charlie's graduation. It was a great weekend together and we were so blessed to be able to have Charlie with us for the weekend.
We arrived at TC, visited with the guys...enjoyed a great ceremony, and were blessed to be there with Charlie. It was a long 8 months...but we are so proud of him! Kim & Terry were a big part of the piece for Charlie's success. We are so thankful that God brought all of us together at just the right time to make all of this happen for Charlie. It's an amazing story.
We headed home by 2:30...and got over the pass just fine. Not even any rain until Tombstone Pass....then the valley rain began. Home before 5, and still dark when we arrived!! Praising God for no snow, and safe travels. Thanks to all for your prayers.
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