That is where I grew up, @silvertop. I lived there when Mt. St Helen's blew, and I feel like I can still taste ash. Ha ha. I moved away after college, but still get out there from time to time, as I have

Well it doesn't last forever, but it sure seems like it at the time. I won't say any of those trite and stupid things people say like "Enjoy every moment" or "They grow up too fast!"

Oh, you watched it, @agmoore? I intend to finish watching it this coming weekend, if not before.

Yeah I haven't even gotten back to it to find out what happens. I can rarely watch a whole show in one sitting. I either fall asleep or have other things to do!

Oops! I missed the comments on this post. Yes it has been a crazy couple of years while healing up but now I'm making up for lost time. Thanks @silvertop!

Ha ha. I am guilty of same @wesphilbin!

Thank you!!

Thanks so much!

Awesome! Thank you!

Thanks very much!

Thank you @wesphilbin!

Woo hoo! So cool. Thank you.

Wow, that's neat that you visited the site itself, @marilour. Yes, you can get a very good sense of what makes the camp special. Thanks for visiting my post!

Oh yes, the Tillamook cheese factory is amazing, @silvertop. In fact, that's where I first had cheese curds as a child.

Yes, it's good to get out and about and mingle in society, @brosonleo. Parenting can be all-consuming!

Right?! I know! Gotta love bacon as a finger food. Thanks for checking out my post, @lizelle!

I'm very sorry for your loss, @riverflows. The loss of a parent leaves such a big gaping hole. Wishing you peace and healing.

This is my fear for the world, @nancybriti1. I fear many societies will move toward fascism, particularly if in the U.S. we have a far-right government again. Your story portends that kind of reality —

Thank you!

I think I pushed her past her limits. After this I will stick to unambitious walks!