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The Prayer

Had to share this. Sent to me by a friend. Well known song.
Great lyrics, beautiful music--now even better, for your viewing pleasure, with a slide show.
Enjoy!! (I did. Always makes me a little misty.)

Bear Lake

My favorite people atop my favorite place.

Twelve (12!?!) years ago this month

My whole childhood Bear Lake was not just a destination, but an event. The planning began a year ahead when reservations had to be made to get the desired cabins at Blue Water. Weeks before the appointed date, lists were made, menus decided, shopping was done, duties assigned.
Bear Lake was where our young family spent every vacation. You want family vacations?--this was it. The ultimate in family and friend gatherings.

The time spent at this glorious lake remains the fondest of my growing up years. Once you have done Bear Lake, all others pale in comparison. The blue, clear, cold water just can't be matched.

There was the sunburns, the ritual of the first time you got up on skis followed, as if it were written in stone, the first time you crossed the wake or dropped a ski. The obligatory early morning dip in the freezing lake to catch the best water of the day.

All these memories, and more, are forever with me.

David, Cami, Todd 1978

As the children grew up, married and had their own children, the tradition continued. It continues today. More upscale (no more camp stoves, cabins or tents), and each family now has it's own timetable and traditions. But, the seed that was planted all those years ago, continues to grow and blossom.

Me, Cami, Todd 1983

(Hint: always place the children in front.)

Since I left, my memories of Bear Lake remain childhood memories. Except for the occasional visit, our vacations, by necessity, have been closer to home. The Gulf of Mexico was our vacation of choice. We also went as a family with friends.

But nothing equals the beauty and grandeur of that great blue body of water in the mountains.

With A Little Help From His Friends

Something wonderful, sent by a friend.

"On July 4th the Boston Red Sox had a young man sing the Star Spangled Banner. He was somewhat disabled and there were other youngsters in the same condition with the players around the field as well those as standing near the batter’s box. He only sang a few notes when you realized he was not a renowned vocalist. A few bars more and he missed a word or two, there was some laughter and it was laughing with him, he and the lady with him were smiling.
Then…50,000 voices gallantly streamed in…!"

It is an outstanding display of fortitude on this young man's part and of love by those in attendance. Hope you enjoy this as much as I did.

This sports fan and soft heart enjoyed it plenty.