Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Father's Day 2012

Father's Day afternoon found Layden sitting on the lanai, looking at the ocean and talking to family on the phone.  This is one of his favorite things to do.  Layden had a wonderful day.  He delivered a great sermon to the Fort DeRussy congregation, was treated to brunch by a delightful group of widows in that congregation who all think he is "dear and charming," and got homemade chile rellenos for dinner.  He was well-remembered with cards and gifts from children and grandchildren. And he got to talk to many family members - we are SO grateful for Skype and cell phones that make staying in touch with our family easy and affordable.  I think that was the best part of his day.  He is grateful for the relationships he has and for the opportunity to be a Dad and a Grandpa.  Each of his children hold a unique and individual place in his heart and he does not take for granted the honor that a day like today represents. 

ALOHA

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  1. Heather C.June 27, 2012 at 12:15 AM

    What is it about Hawaii that makes people soooo relaxed?! Layden looks like he is in Heaven. Happy Father's day to him!

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Sunday, July 26 2009

Sunday, July 26 2009
Remember this sign?
We have learned something really interesting about this "welcome sign" which we thought was a big billboard that was pasted onto an old overpass. It turns out that this is a defensive emplacement known as a rock drop. It is a big concrete box full of rubble and rocks. In the event of an invasion by North Korea the panels underneath the drop will be opened and release the rubble across the roadway, hampering movement into South Korea.

SOLAR ECLIPSE!

SOLAR ECLIPSE!
Might look like the moon - but it's the sun!
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On A Clear Day...

On A Clear Day...
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