Ryan Strong

We went to MD for a celebration of life.  Ryan passed away too young, dying from an aggressive cancer.  He was healthy and active and loved by many. 
We stayed with cousin G and met his H!

spent the morning walking around Annapolis.

headed over to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation for the gathering. 

it was very low key, so E played on the beach.

we are all glad we could go despite sad circumstances, but good to visit and catch up.

early morning flight = sleep when you can.

amazing women envy, backpacking trips

 cousin:

S and I decided that since we are moving to the mainland this Spring, we wanted to avoid buying things for Christmas. Instead, we wanted to create an epic memory.

 sister:

sleeping two nights in the Grand Canyon, rappelling and exploring slot canyons.

low tide these days

 low tide exploration

 date night!

 Mother's Day activity of my choice = hike to Annette Lake after church.  E did awesome.  8 miles round trip. 

 crossed 6 "avi chutes"

 spoiled.

 Spring Concert.  I volunteered to help backstage with the Happy Farmer group.

low tide at Luna Park

getting back outside

 e rocked a favorite: Go Tell Aunt Rhody at the Spring recital.

 biking to work. once a week is my goal for now.  it feels good.

Crimson Bolt Boy.  realized he was wearing all red, decided to give himself a superhero name.  love the carpet of cherry tree blossoms.

 keeping a photo of this artwork to remember forever.

Spring colors

E shared a family heritage project with his classmates.  He interviewed Grandpa and shared stories of growing up in the west. 

never again making regular old flat chocolate chip cookies. 

 play dates

 climbers BBQ.  love these active people!

 E attended a Tuesday afternoon math group run by high school students at the library. 

 Bike to School day means we woke up extra early to join the bike train.

 lilies planted last fall (thanks ms c!) are coming up.

E's handsome with a new haircut.