Spring is much different in Oregon compared to Tennesse--and we are often homesick for the familiar outdoor surroundings and beauty of Lookout Mountain. I still wear jackets on most days--and we have seen some weather patterns that we've never experienced before--although locals say some of the weather lately is somewhat abnormal. Twice now, we've driven home from work through literally three inches of some sort of hail/slush on the ground. The first time I ran into it I was coming through hard rain and then suddenly there was white stuff all over the ground and road. It was somewhat intimidating and very bizzare.
Marshall is still enjoying work, and promises to write a blog soon--not having internet connection at the house makes it harder for him...I have gotten to shadow horse sessions this week as I've volunteered at the ranch. It has been great to observe the process and become more comfortable working with their horses. I've enjoyed each day I've been at Crystal Peaks--it always looks a bit different. On Friday I was able to join some new friends for a day of skiing at Mt. Bachelor. They were running a special of lift tickets for $25, and I was able to borrow skis from someone. It was fun to get another day of skiing in, and the conditions were remarkably good still. Thankfully it was a warm, clear day versus the whiteout conditions we experienced the last time we were on the mountain.
Last night we played the game Qwelf with some people at our house...I mention this because if you have not played this game before--we would definitely recommend that you try it out :-) It has been a new game for us, and it is a blast! It is very interactive and you laugh nearly the entire time you play. Last night, during the game, Marshall could not use his arms for an extended amount of time and so I assisted him as he successfully drank a glass of water upside down. He also had to quack like a duck every time a card was drawn (which reminded us of Wes :-)--this just gives you a small snapshot of what the game is like...