Wow we’ve had a busy couple of weeks on the mtn.. All of our children and grandkids were able to make it out for a summer visit. Steve, Leah and kids had a quick stop after a tour thru Yellowstone. Cody, Whitney, and kids were next to arrive and then Angie and her girls were able to fly out for some mountain R&R.

Mountain time seems to be so precious to these young kids. The horses are always the biggest attraction, but just having the freedom to explore, learn and enjoy Montana living is so special. The grandkids are getting older now and wanting to experience more, so this years activities included flyfishing, learning to shoot, picking huckleberries, hiking, horse riding, campfires with s’mores, and lots laughter and fellowship.

It was so much fun to see the progress the kids have made with their riding skills. It’s no longer fun to be led around by an adult, now they have learned to control their horse and do very well riding on their own.

Cody and Angie’s family’s come out of the Minneapolis area. When your life is in the city a visit to the mountains is a great way to recharge and collect your sanity.

Connies folks were able to drive up and see all the kids. At 85 years of age Don jumped on a horse and joined Cody and the kids for a ride.

It’s not just riding that attracts the kids to horses. They all wanted to help with grooming and tacking up.

Yep it was a busy wonderful couple of weeks up on the mtn. The kind of visit that will be remembered for many many years. Hopefully the mountain magic will always shine in the eyes of these kids.