Lane! It's Here!

I thought I'd better let Lane know that I picked our first of this spring's asparagus -- just four stalks, but they'll start producing pretty quickly, especially if we happen to get any rain. You better plan a trip to come see us, Lane, so you can eat some of the asparagus!

The Shumard-Wiles Gang

We had a very special trip to Grand Junction this past week to remember and celebrate Uncle Wes Shumard's life. It was a blessing to connect with these dear cousins and share memories and laughter and tears.

The Wiles and Shumard cousins: Bob, Joann, and Larry standing behind Rita, Dorie, and Julie.

The gang all gathered on Sunday evening at Gary and Dorie's home:

Standing -- Dick Gimple, Rita (Shumard) Campbell, Joann (Wiles) Gimple, Julie (Shumard) Campbell, Bob Wiles, Ann Wiles, Gary Alstatt, Dorie (Shumard) Alstatt, Larry Wiles, and Kevin (Rita's stepson).

Seated -- Cheryl Alstatt, Earl and Lois Wiles, Megan and Aiden Alstatt (Jason's wife and son).

The Shumard clan: Gary, Cheryl with Aiden, Jason, Dorie, Kevin, Julie, and Rita.