A surprise in the islands

We spent our weekend with Mark relaxing in the Cascades. We went back to Baker Lake, and spent time bike riding and fishing a little at the river. On Monday, we decided to travel to Anacortes and catch the ferry (no trailer this time) to the San Juan Islands. While waiting for our ferry, I heard someone call my name. An old friend, Cheryl Dykstra, from Oakhurst EVFree years ago, was sitting right there, waiting for the same ferry. As Micah would say,"A coincidence, I think not!" I had promised Peggy Cunningham before I left, I would try to see Cheryl if i could, but we hadn't been able to get on the ferry over to Whidby Island where Cheryl lives. So we figured...next visit...as I'm saying about a few friends already. God makes our world very small when you are connected by a family of believers. We had a nice visit with Cheryl and met her friend, Dave.
Our family had a lovely time riding the ferry over. It was an overcast, cold day and I was disappointed as I'd really tried to schedule according to sunny weather. But rather than have a grumpy attitude about it, I just asked God if He wouldn't mind bringing the sun out when we were at San Juan Island. Guess what? Just as our ferry ride was ending, the sun came out for the rest of the day. Isn't God wonderful to care about our little concerns as well as our big?
We spent the afternoon touring around the island in museums and just sitting at the harbor and looking at the spectacular view. I can see why my parents keep returning to this place. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see Cheryl on our way back also, but enjoyed our time visiting with her on the ferry over. What a relaxing beautiful day. I recommend it for anyone wanting a perfect day...head over to these islands.

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