For Memorial Day this year we were in Star Valley. We had the opportunity to take a drive to the Bear Lake Valley to remember family. We started in the small town of Laketown.
Love this quote from JFK
This recent war memorial has Bret's grandfather's name on it (Kenneth Myers) as well as his brothers. It is a wonderful tribute to all those in this town who have served their country.
Next we went to see Aunt Laura and visit the Laketown cemetery. Grandma brought her pedigree chart with pictures of ancestors. It was wonderful to be able to see faces and read grave markers and get a better understanding of the Myers family. We also were able to recall stories of ancestors and pay tribute to their sacrifices and who they were.
The view of Bear Lake from the cemetery
We then headed north of Bear Lake to visit Grandma Mae and Grandpa Myers. We are standing in front of one of the trees Grandma Mae planted when her husband, Grandpa Myers past away. What a beautiful resting place.
What a memorable day we had thinking of family and paying our respects to those who have come before us. Just as it should be. I know the kids were touched as well.
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