Mormon Battalion Trek Adventures

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What Would We Do Without Friends?

April 23, 2025

We are blessed with such wonderful friends!

One of my DUP Friends, Jenny Purinton, gave me this beautiful pot holder. We’ve only known each other a short time but her gentle kind heart and the fact that she and I have both made maple syrup from our own trees – endeared her to me from the first time I met her. Her thoughtful gift – really touched my heart.

Then at the OCTA Conference Craig and Laura Anderson brought down these two crates of freeze-dried meals for us to have. What a labor of love! I don’t know how long it takes to freeze-dry something – but those bundles of goodies represent a significant time investment in our behalf! Laura thought we might be tired after our days of hiking/biking so wanted to help ease our burden. I am so thankful for people who think ahead - and try to keep us moving forward.

Gifts from our Friends