trib•ute: a : something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved; especially : a gift or service showing
respect, gratitude, or affection b : something (as material evidence or a formal attestation) that indicates
the worth, virtue, or effectiveness of the one in question.

This blog is our tribute to a man worth knowing. A man worth loving. A man worth remembering.

Monday, May 31, 2010

Piece 11

First of all, although we have been having such a wonderful time here, our hearts are hurting for the Millo family and the tragedy they are facing. They are in our thoughts and prayers.

Yesterday we went whitewater rafting on the Nenana River, which is a glacier-fed river up here in Denali, and it is FREEZING! It's a good thing we had drysuits. We rafted 23 miles, and maneuvered several giant rapids!

It was my first time whitewater rafting without Justin. But our guide, whose nickname was Country, was excellent, so it was like Justin was there. He would have absolutely loved it! I can just see him screaming at us at the top of his lungs, "Paddle FASTER, you lily-hearted land lovers!!!!"

Coincidentally, this bottle's memory matches perfectly with our adventures for the day...

Piece 11: Denali Outdoor Center, Denali, Alaska

Memory #11:

He LOVED whitewater rafting. He was an excellent guide on the river, and you always felt safe with him. But once in a while he would want to ride in the front...chaos would ensue.

We left Piece 11 at the Denali Outdoor Center, where we set off for our rafting adventure. We think they will especially appreciate the memory inside.



Today we are going hiking. The weather is gorgeous, and we can't wait to see where the trails take us!


Posted by Amber at 11:52 AM

1 comment:

  1. PeggyJune 1, 2010 at 7:11 AM

    Sounds like you had INCREDIBLE fun. I wish I were there with you on that raft.

    Amber, next time you decide to take a trip to ALASKA - the WILDERNESS land - maybe you should consider taking the BEAR mace we invested in with you. (just a thought) Have a great time on the hike today. And, remember, all you have to do if you come upon a grizzly bear is run faster than the person next to you. :) (which of you girls runs faster anyway?) Love, Mama Peggy xoxo

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