I spent a relaxing weekend with family at a cottage on the river in Renfrew over the weekend. We had beautiful weather for spending time on the beach and in the water, with bonfires in the evenings and game nights that we all enjoyed. A big thank you to my sister and brother-in-law for letting us tag along on their family vacation for a few days.

Sympathies are extended to the family and friends of Harold Storie, as he passed away on July 14. Thoughts are with all of his loved ones as they grieve.

Birthday wishes are going out to Brenda Clarke on July 24, and to Decklin Albert and his grandpa Wayne Ramsay, sharing a birthday on the 26th. Happy Birthday to Grace Hamilton, also on the 26th, and to Ryder Cote, Josee Simard, and Curtis Young, all on the 27th. I’d like to send birthday wishes to my cousins Jim Young and Stephen Rusenstrom, as we all share a birthday on the 28th. Best wishes to everyone marking special occasions this week.

A reminder that the Quyon Pastoral Charge will be hosting “Blooms, Buildings, and Blocks: A Church Fundraiser Tour” on Sat., Aug. 9 to celebrate Quyon’s 150th Anniversary, as well as the United Church of Canada’s 100th Anniversary. The tour will feature the gardens of Elwyn Lang and Heather Barr and Eric and Katharine Fletcher, historical sites The Egan Mill and The Mohr House, as well as a quilt show and dessert served at Quyon United Church. Tickets are now available, with several church members having them to sell or by contacting Elizabeth Young at 819-458-2677. We are looking forward to a great day.