Black Diamond, WA July 2010

We finally got out of Junction City and made our way to Black Diamond, Washington for a visit with some of Tom's family.

We arrived a couple days before the 4th of July and so we were able to spend the holiday with the family. We had a lovely brunch at Mom Brickwell's place along with Tom's brother, Jim and his wife Lori and our niece and nephew Katie and Colby and family friend Larry. Then we tagged along with Jim and Lori to a party some friends of theirs had. Lots of good food and an amazing fireworks display in the evening.

Tom, Jim and Colby got in a couple rounds of golf and eight year old Colby put the men to shame.

We also went to one of Katie's riding lessons and were able to witness her growing skill on horseback.

It's been great being able to spend all this time with family, but the weather has been mostly cold and cloudy. It's green and gorgeous here, but I need some sunshine soon! We have a few more days here and then we're going up to Brewster, WA for a visit with some friends there. The forecast there is for hot temps and sunny days. Bring it on!