Afternoon services were well attended, and all aspects of the service were conducted by guests from the Spokane, Washington, congregation.

A sermonette was given by Brett Wills, during which he reminded us that the choices we make dictate the life we will lead and that we should choose the way of life.

The sermon was given by elder Mike Iiams, who encouraged us that, even though we live in a world where things aren’t always fair, we should use all the experiences we have as a training ground for the Kingdom of God.

Following services, folks gathered around the chuckwagon and enjoyed some delicious western themed grub, featuring plenty of soups, chili and cornbread. Dessert consisted of a playful array of cowboy hats, hay bales, cow pies, horse cupcakes, breads, brownies and candy.

There was plenty of horsin’ around after sunset as cowpokes played their favorite games that included cards, Scrabble, Pass the Pigs, Headbanz, Apples to Apples, Bananagrams, dominoes and others while listening to the sounds of western music in the background.

After everyone was duded up for the evening, Best Dressed Cowboy and Cowgirl awards were presented to Mike Iiams and Tabitha Moody, respectively.

Guests enjoyed a true Wild West atmosphere of scenic tree-lined hills, old west main street, a watering hole, corral entrance, livestock and, of course, a covered wagon.

A good ole time was had by all.

Gina Jorgensen