One of Amanda's wishes was for me to visit one of the 7 Wonders of Oregon once a month. She asked that I would visit, reflect on specific verses, and pray. When I became aware of her wish, I was touched and honored. I still am to this day, because i'm realizing all her hidden messages in what this adventure means to us, to her and most of all, our Lord.

If you wonder what those messages are, then I ask you to ask me some time, in person or by a phone call, and I would gladly share. I say this because there is an abundant amount of words and emotion that go into sharing the meanings behind this gift. I'm sure you understand.

Before I left I went to Lane Forrest Products to collect 8 rock tablets and had them engraved at Laser Image. It took a while but I finally found the perfect rocks, design, and words to put on the stones. Seven of the stones will go to the 7 Wonders of Oregon, then the last stone will go to mine and Amanda's favorite camping spot at Blue River where I will spread her ashes.

Yesterday I climbed Smith Rock up Misery Ridge with the puppies. It was an amazing, emotional and blessed adventure. I felt like I was visiting her as I found a resting place for one of the Memorial Rocks.

Thank you Corey and Justin for coming and supporting me on this adventure! Thank you all for your love and support! Thank you Amanda for this gift! Thank you Lord for all that you are!

Below you will see pictures and blurbs of the trip:

Smith Rock

You can visit Amanda's Memorial Rock at the end of Misery Ridge Trail. Closest to MonkeyFace under the ledge.