Work - Not Much Else

For me, it has been a busy week. I have not done much but work--even at home.

I still have issues with my back. I am sleeping in the recliner. I miss being in my bed--especially since I am not near Deb. Saturday, a new pain started under my ribs on the right side of my body. Will it ever end? Will I ever get back into my bed?

Deb's cousin, Mark Bennett, passed away from COVID. He is younger than Deb. It is sad.

Back to School

The week was a busy week as school started for the girls and Deb. School actually started on Wednesday except Deb had to be to work on Monday and Tuesday. For me, it was a busy week getting ready for the fall sports to start.

On Saturday, we went to Inkom with Mom to attend the Gilbert reunion. The DeMar and Harriet Gilbert family always hold a reunion. This year, the two sons of Earl Gilbert, DeMar's brother, said they would be in town for the reunion so Dee invited Mom and our family. It was nice to see cousins. In fact, I saw two cousins that I had never seen before--Earl's sons. It was really great to be with family.

On our way home, we stopped at the church in Downey. An open house was being held for Nola Fallows. She turned 100 years old this week. What  a life she has experienced.

Bannock County Fair

The week started off with the fair. It is such a great time in Downey when the fair comes around. I have memories of the fair from my early childhood to now.

On Monday, Layne Benson performed. It was really good. He has worked with several renowned musicians. He came back home to perform as he grew up in Downey. Also, the county commissioners put on a free potato bar. It was a nice supper.

Wednesday was parade day. Mom, Todd, and Jackie came and sat with us at the parade. It was a really nice parade. The parade is synonymous with the fair as far as memories go. After the parade, Mom treated us to supper. I had a cheese burger and fries, while Deb got a Philly steak sandwich. Deb stayed with Jackie for the entertainment while I came home. I have a hard time getting around with my back.

Friday we saw some first class entertainment. Charley Jenkins provided an opening act for Sawyer Brown. It was really great. I think Downey had more people in it then they have ever had. It was awesome to see such great entertainment.

The following week was pretty normal stuff. School for Deb and the girls start next week.

I have been to the chiropractor several times over the past two weeks. I still have a lot of pain in my back. It just does not seem to be getting better. In other medical news, Deb had an abscessed tooth pulled and bridged.

Family

This week focused on family.

It started off getting ready for the Brower Family Reunion around work hours. On Tuesday, we left home for Logan Canyon and the Spring Hollow Campground. We did not get there until after dark so we had a hard time finding it. We finally got there--late--then went to sleep.

On Wednesday, we were in charge of breakfast so we put it on for the rest of the family that was there. After breakfast, I set up our trailer. Later in the day, we left for home to get ready for Paige Jons' viewing in Arimo.

It was a very bittersweet moment as we visited with Brad and Kim next to the casket of Paige. She looked so beautiful. She had such a hard life, but she fought for her life. She will forever be a hero in my eyes.

On Thursday, we attended the funeral. It was a beautiful service. I was very emotional as I thought of Kim and Brad having to deal with the death of their child. After the service, we went to the church for a meal. It was delicious as we visited with other family members. That evening, we returned to Logan Canyon.

Friday we also had breakfast so we put it on for the rest of the family. We had some help though as some of the Jons came to reunion after the funeral. For the rest of the day, we played some games. As it turned out, every game I played that day, I won.

Saturday morning, I could not move my back was hurting so bad. I had Deb get Lynn and Matt to give me a blessing. Within an hour, I was able to move and help get ready to go home. It was good to get home.

Sunday morning, I could not move again. I stayed home from church since I did not want to be in pain. The rest of the family attended services.