A {fishing} family tradition

Ryder caught an 18 inch Brown trout while on a small fishing trip with his dad. It was just the right size to commemorate for over the cabin’s fireplace, just like his dad and other relatives have.

And they’re off!

 This last Sunday, the kids had a big first: They are both headed to high school summer camp with our church. 

I hope they have the best time and we know God is going to do amazing things and that they will have such a great time!

July 4, 2026

 I worked on the 4th of July, but my family had fun attending the neighborhood parade and helping with the carnival with their high school booths. Here were a few snapshots they sent while I was at work.

Kit made such great food, including a low country boil. He brought live crawfish… It was such a fun experience!

I met up with them after my shift. It was a really sweet night!

Shaver Lake 2026

We had the opportunity to get away for a break and some much needed family time in one of our all time favorite place, Shaver Lake.

We loved all the memories that we got to make doing all the things…

Backpacking at the Burn:

Lake Time:

Creek time:

North Fork Guys trip for fishing:

Cabin time, including time on

the E-bikes:

I love that they get to grow up coming here! 2016 and 2026:

I’m so grateful we had this time together!