Journal

By swilker on August 17, 2019 in Journal | 1 comment

   Last week there was a limo event for a group in Star Valley on Thursday night. I was to pick them up at the Star Valley Ranch RV Park at 7:00 and bring them back around 11:00. I was a little hesitant at first because it’s a two hour drive to get there. That would get me home around 1:00am and I have basketball in the morning. But I told them I would be happy to...

By swilker on August 10, 2019 in Journal | 0 comments

   Before I start this weeks’ topic, I need to tell you about a phone call I received this week. It was from an unfamiliar number, so I let it go to voice mail. The message was from an older gentleman and pretty incoherent. All I could get was he was stranded here and trying to get back to Portland. I called the gentleman back and told him I had missed his call and...

By swilker on August 3, 2019 in Journal | 0 comments

One of the best rewards I have received through the Foundation is the friendships and connections I have made. I have always believed you meet the people in your life when you are meant to meet them. This week’s story is about three very important friendships I have made.    The first friendship I would like to tell you about is with Sandie Fulks from Rich...

By swilker on July 27, 2019 in Journal | 0 comments

Let’s go back to the Crusade Against Cancer fundraiser in June. First, I want to thank everyone again that helped put this together and making it the success it was. I especially want to thank Michele Kennedy and Thunder Ridge High School for their support. This week’s story is about a situation that occurred after the race that I was made aware of this week.    I...

By swilker on July 20, 2019 in Journal | 0 comments

Yesterday, it was exactly 8 years, (2922 days) that Heaven received a very special Angel. This specific Angel was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. She was also my best friend. I have no doubt she is one of Heavenly Father’s best angels as well. There have been many adjustments and special moments to my life since my Angel Shannon left for...

By swilker on July 13, 2019 in Journal | 0 comments

   I would like to start by saying how thankful I am for the country we live in and for all the freedom and opportunities we have. There are times I have taken them for granted, but this holiday always helps me remember how lucky I am. I am grateful for the brave men and women in the armed forces for their service and sacrifice.    This year I was given an amazing...