I'm still riding on two weekends of seeing 4 of my favoritest people in the world. We talked, laughed, worked, talked again, laughed until we peed our pants, shared, talked some more, cried and laughed. We were reminded of our faults growing up, how we have learned and reveled in our continuing love for each other in spite of what the world has done with us.
I am still awed at the character and personality of each of my friends, how different and spectacular each of them are and how in God's name they are friends with me. I believe it is all one sided, but then again... most of the best friendships/relationships should seem that way.
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| We are 7 strong... |
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| Even when they are unique... uniqueness finds a common ground....IMAGINATION!! |
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| Girls talking and enjoying their company. |
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| ...and the littlest one said, "I want to fly!!!" |
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| Yep....Friends Forever... even after months of little communication and 12 hours time difference. |
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| The thinker of the great idea of canoeing on the upper St. Croix....another wonderful friend who lives 2 days away, but still... yep.... Friends Forever |
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| We were standing on a huge sand bar in the middle of the river created by this little island. We had a wonderful idea of taking a break from the laborious job of floating to sun ourselves. However, the clouds you see in the background chased us off. We got caught down river... but not as bad as if we would have stayed. |
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| This fresh stream was coming from way back behind the woods, but we couldn't explore as it was posted private property. The miniature falls sounded pretty though. |
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| Dalles Motel...where a lady from "The View" visits and cannot get enough. Where you can get lost in the 70s in the Dalles Lounge next door. Where you can forget about time if only for 24 hours. And don't forget about Erik's canoe and kayak rental...cheaper than most, friendly to the pretty ladies and famous for Bill Murray using their services. |
