paddling the rapids . . .

Rapids on the Braden river?? Not really! This photo was taken right off our dock. But none the less, the leaf in the middle with the stick (paddle) laying across it reminded Steven of paddling whitewater. ; )

We have a friend visiting now, our oldest and closest friend, Garth. Steven & I met through him. We had not seen him for a year and a half, so it's a real treat! Happy friday : 0) 

There is no wilderness like a life without friends; friendship multiplies blessings and minimizes misfortunes; it is a unique remedy against adversity and it soothes the soul.

  ~ Baltasar Gracian