Family Dreams Come True

One of the biggest reasons for moving to Ariel Washington was to be closer to Cindy and her family. Strengthening relationships and having the grandkids get to know their grandparents. Making lifelong memories to cherish.

Last week was one of those special moments when we kept all three (YES ALL THREE) kids over night so their parents could have some adult time to themselves. Grandpa Gary will tell you how noisy they were or how many times they slammed the door...but you only have to look once at the attached picture to know the truth. He LOVED IT and THEY DID TO.

By the way, carving out the hot water tank box for a human catepillar was Gary's idea (no matter what he tells you!)

Catching Up On Stocker Adventures

With our move to Ariel, there have been many changes in our life. We have finally put down the roots that no one expected us to put down.

We virtually traded the motorcycle and sidecar for a new John Deere tractor with all the good attachements that a "gentleman farmer" could want to play in his yard, dig dirt and move lots of gravel.

We parted with the motorhome and finally had Gary's dream shop (36 x 48) constructed. The picture you will see posted above is of Gary and the concrete pump operator watching the shop floor being poured.

If you notice a change in Gary...it is the fact that he has lost over 100 pounds...what a change for the positive that has been!