I know we have just returned from our cross country summer adventure but I'm just too lazy to try to sort thru 250+ photos today so I will just put that off for another day.
Here is a photo of Amy with her best friends - they have really become quite a foursome this year and they are an interesting mix. Gina was born in Korea and although her Dad was born & raised in the states he works in Seoul while Gina, her Mom (a native Korean) and brother live in Bend. Miriam was born in Germany - her Dad is German and her Mom was living & working in Germany when they met, married and had Miriam. Alanna was born in Hawaii. Her Mom is of Mexican heritage, grew up in So Cal and her Dad, of Indonesian & Dutch heritage. He grew up in Guilderland NY. Amy & Alanna were email buddies prior to us moving to Bend. They all have a great time together and we enjoy them when they spend time in our home.

We made it home in time for Bend's annual 4th of July Pet Parade. Bella did her best to be patriotic!