I have taken a week off from blogging…
time to enjoy company …
time to enjoy summer finally!
July is a month
Of special celebrations
First: Back on the road
Bob, TazE and I were invited to join our friends, Mike and Julie, on an ATV ride into the Gravelly Range.
wonderful dog, Zeke.
The wildflowers were out in full bloom, and my friend, Susan Phillips, captured their beauty magnificently. What you see is the Madison Valley and the Sphinx in the Madison Range in the background. Impressive, huh?
Thank you, Susan, for letting me share some of your photos.
I captured some of the panoramic scenery. It was such a pretty day!
The cattle are happy grazers!
beautiful place to stop for a lunch break.
And Julie bending low in front.
She and Mike were our drivers…
and Caroline & CG were the trip organizers.
dear friends!
Then, other dear friends, the Tillions,
came from California to spend a few days with us.
We went to our nearby tourist attraction,
Virginia City, and enjoyed time together there.
No time to blog… too busy being in the moment!
but not quite! We got hammered!!
We went on the 4th to watch the parade from the comfort of our friends’, the Washburns, beautiful yard. They provided breakfast and lunch for an amazing group of their friends. We felt privileged to be included and to be invited to bring the Tillions with us.
Such a beautiful Independence Day!
I loved the painted horse.
our own neighborhood parade
with the Welna Family… too cute!
To continue our July celebrations,
we went with the Tillions to Bozeman
on July 5th, and we all enjoyed a
yummy brunch at Jam! (my favorite BZN brkfst)
We didn’t stop there… yesterday we invited our pastor, Rev. Mary Grace Reynolds, to come celebrate her birthday with us. So you can see why I have not blogged for a few days. It’s been a wonderful time of face-to-face with people who are dear to our hearts. No better way to celebrate!
We’re so happy you are a part of our lives!
You make us happier with your presence.
It’s good to be back on my blog.
I thank you for visiting and sharing time with us.
I hope you will share how you are celebrating July, too.
See ya again soon, I hope.
Have a beautiful rest of your week.
What will you be doing? Tell me…
Love,
JanBeek
JanBeek 
Comments on: "Celebrate July!!" (16)
Oh how wonderful Jan, so loved that you took time out to Be….
And oh those views and flowers breathtakingly good.
So pleased you’ve had such a great time…
Much love and welcome back. 💕💖💕
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Thank you, Sue. So kind of you to take time to comment. How has your summer been so far?
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Very fruitful and productive Jan, thank you for asking. Sending hugs my friend 🤗 ❤
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I can see you had a most wonderful 4th. You have a wonderful support group of friends. The mountains are gorgeous this time of year. Your pastor looks very happy. A wonderful post!
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Thank you so much, Dwight.
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You are welcome, Jan!
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What beautiful countryside Jan. That was an amazing trip and what better than to spend the holiday with friends and family.
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Yes, spending time with family and friends is such a privilege, isn’t it?
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Awesome! So happy you and Bob enjoyed so many wonderful times. Summer is the perfect setting, and the Madison Valley is filled with so much beauty.
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Indeed! Thanks for visiting, {{{Richard}}} – next time you come to visit family in BZN, let me know. Maybe you can make that 40 mile trip along the beautiful Madison River canyon and come see us!!
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We would enjoy such an opportunity. We will probably be headed to my wife’s family in Maryland next, but the Big Sky will definitely be on our minds.
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What beautiful photos! I’m so glad you have such a wonderful place to live and such good friends to enjoy! I’m lucky I could join you via your blog and shared pictures.
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Thank you for vicariously joining us!
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What great travel photos! Those blue flowers almost hurt my eyes! Thank you for sharing the fun and the love!
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Thank you for your kind comments. I appreciate your visit. Yes, those blue flowers were amazing!
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Amen Jan ❤
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