Jet Boating Up the Snake River

This weekend, Brook's brother, Chad called and wanted to know if we wanted to go up river with him in his jet boat. The weather was going to be beautiful and we knew that the kids would enjoy it and so we said "absolutely." Chad is the type of guy that likes to see everyone have a good time and does everything within his power to make that happen. Although we are very close, we don't get to see him all that often, because he is one very popular guy!! Anyone who knows him, knows that Chad is a guy with many friends and everyone has demands on his time, so for him to take time away from all of them was very special.

With coolers packed, boat gased up, and all the many things that it takes for any outing, we were loaded and onto the boat about 2:00. The day couldn't have been any more beautiful. We rode for about a half and hour before we stopped for lunch and to let the kids play in the water and sand. And believe or not, when we decided to load up and head on up the river, the kids were more than willing. Although they were enjoying playing, they loved the boat. So away we went again. It was nice not being on a time schedule, if we saw a place that we wanted to stop then we did. Chad saw several of his friends and we would pull in say hi, he would show off his niece and nephew and then away we would go again. It had been awhile since I had gone up river and I had forgotten how truly beautiful it is up there. Everywhere you looked God's handprint was there and we got to enjoy it even more so by being up where not everyone and everything is there to distract you. The scenry and wildlife are amazing! Something that everyone should get to experience. I am even going to make my Mom go the next time that they are all up. We laughed, we talked, we played, we swam, we ate, we were together and it was a wonderful day.To say that the kids had fun would not be true, they had a blast!!So much so, that they didn't want to go home. It was so peaceful and relaxing and a wonderful way to spend our weekend.

Thank you Chad, you are the greatest. It was so fun to see you in your world. Not just anyone can run the river and I would have to say that I wouldn't want to be in anyone elses boat, but yours. You made it fun and safe, and getting to be with you was the best. I love you. Call again soon and we will be ready to go!

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