We don't do much hiking these days, but we still enjoy an occasional walk through the woods when the opportunity arises. Last month we took the time to stop at Deception Falls on our way home from Leavenworth. Generally, we visit the falls later in the season. In fact, this photo was taken a number of years ago in the late autumn.
This year we drove up in early June and with the late spring thaw we were greeted with a roaring explosion of water!
We took the trail that runs along the side of the river.
Up the steps that would take us back to where we had parked our car
We were so glad we able to see the falls when we did as just a couple of weeks later, the Northwest was engulfed in an extreme heat wave that broke all records. Even though, that weather has broken we have not had any measurable rain in weeks, so all the rivers are running low.
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We have been sticking pretty close to home helping to watch our grandchildren as our daughter-in-law has injured her shoulder and has been needing an extra helping hand.
We did some entertaining on the 4th of July.
And helped with Vacation Bible School at our church.
It's been a quiet, easy going time. We still have much more summer to look forward to. How are you enjoying your summer days?
Those falls are so cool. Sorry to hear about your daughter's shoulder injury. Hope it heals well soon. Our VBS is coming up in August. That blueberry, watermelon and feta? salad looks refreshing! We are trying to keep cool here and hoping and praying the fires are contained soon.
ReplyDeleteYes they are beautiful falls and very accessible. Praying you will be safe from all the wildfires in your area.
ReplyDeleteHello Gloriade. The waterfalls photos are so full of movement and life! Living water!! Must be so nice to visit and a cool place in summer!! Agreeing with prayers for swift healing for your daughter`s shoulder injury in Yeshua`s name!! Precious photos of your family and summer time bible school at your church. Blessings and Love and enjoy the summer days in good health and treasured moments with family!❤️
ReplyDeleteThank you for your prayers. Yes there is something very powerful and spiritual about moving water. There are many beautiful waterfalls in the Northwest. We are blessed that this one is easy to walk to and enjoy.
DeleteIt sounds as if your Summer days have been enjoyable. It's good to be able to help out when needed with child care. We're preparing for our daughter's stay . She will be coming for a week or two now that her teaching work is finished for the school year. We haven't been together since last Summer holidays because she lives far away so we look forward to our time together. I hope your daughter in law is better now.
ReplyDeleteHello Linda, I hope you have a wonderful time with your daughter. What a treat for her to be able come for such a nice long visit.
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