The year in review, pt. 2

Charles made it to the top of St. Mary's in July

July: We began our fourth year at Stevi UMC; Charles makes it to the top of the 9,300 ft. St. Mary's Peak; Pokémon Go arrives in Montana; Farmer's markets in Hamilton and Missoula. Charles marks his 20th year in ministry.

A major fire south of Hamilton in August

August: We helped build and ride on the church float in the Creamery Picnic parade; A major fire south of Hamilton fills the Valley with smoke; Our fourth parsonage open house!

175th anniversary of Stevensville in September

September: Charles attended the installation of the new bishop in Bozeman; the 175th anniversary of the founding of Stevensville; Fall begins early this year. Charles is back in school.

Finley & Co. visit in October

October: Our great-niece, Finley, came for a visit with her mom and granddad; The church scarecrow was a hit as was the Trunk-or-Treat; Clergy gathering.

An early Christmas present in November

November: Charles gets a painting accepted into a juried show at the university; Election Day; Snow makes its way down the mountain; 19th anniversary; Mo falls and breaks a wrist.

Winter settles in the Bitterroot Valley in December

December: Surgery for Sheila; snow and bitter cold arrive; Christmas on a Sunday (and Charles' birthday).