I left my heart . . . in Spokane!!

I LOVE Spokane, Washington!!

We spent 3 years there, while Charles attended Gonzaga Law School. Though they were times of high-stress and poverty, they were truly some of the best years of our lives . . . because we lived in Spokane. It is such a beautiful place. I long to go back. I day-dream of Spokane on a regular basis. I am (of course) happy where I am now, but there is this part of me that longs for "home" and that is what Spokane became for me. I believe Spokane is "magic". The trees are so huge, and there are so many -- it is like living amongst the Elves. I miss the variety of parks, and fun things to do with family. I miss the old homes on the South Hill, that have such charm and beauty. The tree-lined streets, and hilly roads. I miss it all. I really do. I am wiping a tear . . .

Riverfront Park in downtown Spokane, was a favorite place to go as a family. It is a magical place.

The Carousel was a family favorite. We even got season passes (Thanks Grandpa) we went often. It was like stepping back into a dream, of days gone by.
Spokane was so great, even giving birth was enjoyable there! William joined our family, and it was the most pleasant birthing experience I have had. The hospitals there are great. This picture was taken a few weeks after he was born, at Sammi's old elementary school.

Spring-time was such a sweet time!

A lot of people would decorate their tree's for Easter -- I loved it! Maybe I will try it this year!

Friends!! Lots of great friends were made in Spokane. We met SO many people. Our ward was full of Law and Medical students, so there was a HUGE turn-over of families. We got to know so many amazing people!

South Hill Trees . . . I just LOVED them!!

A picture from out third-story apartment window. It was a great place to live. We had so much fun there! The kids LOVED it!

More fun at Riverfront Park

One of my favorite "running roads" on the South Hill. It was SO pretty!!!

This is where Charles lived for 3 years . . . studying his brains out! He said he had a friend spider that would keep him company. :-)

Japanese Garden at Manito Park. It was a great Sunday place to visit. We used to take LONG Sunday walks (8 miles) and we would walk (slowly) all around the South Hill, because it was all so beautiful!

Rose Garden, Manito Park

Riverfront Park in the Summer.

Manito Park -- walking through on a sunny Sunday afternoon.

The big red wagon downtown . . . kids loved it!
Manito Park, a great place to feed the ducks!
These are just a few pictures . . . Spokane is SO much more. We do hope to one day return to the most magical place on earth! :-) It is calling me . . .