Ridgefield Wildlife Refuge in Washington State

 Ridgefield Wildlife Refuge is such a wonderful place to visit! We finally had a day of decent weather, so off we went. This is probably the most photographed great blue heron in the Pacific Northwest! You must stay in your automobile this time of the year, so the birds are very used to the cars touring the refuge.

 Reflections

 This is Bill's photo. He spotted this hawk off in the distance and I handed him my camera and said, "Take his picture!" I love this photo!

 Bald Eagles

 Juvenile Eagle

 Nutria

 Merganser

 Red-winged Blackbird

 Sandhill Cranes

 Pintails

Short-eared Owl
We became so engrossed in watching these owls that we didn't leave the refuge soon enough and we were locked inside the gate! We had to call the police so they could come let us out.

Beach Trip With Will

 Bill and Will and I went to the beach together just before Will had to catch his flight back to Utah (he came for his brother's wedding). I took these egret pictures at Whalen Island.

 We stopped at this viewpoint before descending into the Netarts Bay area. We went on to visit family.

 It was very nice to take the time to make this trip with our son.

Paul and Elizabeth are Married!

 Paul and Elizabeth were married this last November at the Portland Oregon Temple. Happy day!!!

 Elizabeth's niece

 Elizabeth's parents

 Parents of the bride and groom

 Bridesmaid and best man

 Leland, one of Paul's best friends and missionary companions

 Siblings of the groom

 Family of the bride

 Tug of war :-)

 Elizabeth's niece

Happy couple!

Paul and Elizabeth are Engaged!

 Our son Paul was blessed to find his true love and best friend :-).

 Paul and Elizabeth (pictures taken at Castle Rock Camp Ground and Cape Meares Beach)