Max and I had a wonderful trip to Oregon to see family. Our pressing reason to go was to spend time with my grandmother, Cena, who was ill (since then she is feeling better – praise the Lord). It was pure joy and ease to fly out of SB and go straight to Portland. The five days were a super time with just my firstborn – such a treat really! Mom and Don graciously accommodated me and their active grandson in their house. My aunts Glenda and Bonnie were also there, and we had neat family dinners just about every night. Max and I went to the Oregon Zoo (free with my SB pass – yea! and so neat!), blueberry picking at a blueberry farm, and a Target where he spent his own $8.00 on a toy (a 25 minute pondering experience). It was a really great time. Max and Gran with kitties (one of whom she will keep) Enjoying the Oregon Zoo Max’s wingspan A zoo cuddle Singing hymns and spirituals with Gran, Aunt Glenda and Aunt Bonnie Blueberry picking! Cena, Grandaddy and Max Our fun group after dinner