August

Well the dreaded month of August is finally here. To Benders, August means the end of summer which also means the end of camp fires, boating, and other summer festivities. Schools will begin to head back to classes and winter will be here before we know it. Summer always goes by way too fast! At least we have one last summer bash to look forward to. Labor Day will be here in just a few weeks. I hope everyone had a terrific summer and enjoyed the river!

A Rainbow of Air Boats

In past summers at the Bend, I remember all different kinds of air boats passing through. They would come up and down the river every weekend. You could always tell when one was on its way because they are very noisy boats. There were all different colors including red, blue, yellow, and green, so you could spot them from a mile away. When ever I heard one coming, I would rush to the river front just to see the bright colored boat pass by. I have not seen them in recent years, but I love the memories I have of those unique boats.

Henry's Bend Festival 2018

Yesterday was the 2018 Henry's Bend Festival! They were selling these awesome beach balls along with t-shirts and hats. The Chinese Auction was the show stopper though. I love Chinese Auctions even though there is no guarantee of winning. I love walking around to all the tables and putting tickets in for all different types of neat things. All the Benders love this! We all got to socialize with each other over the delicious food that was prepared in the Chapel's kitchen. It was a day full of fun, food, and family. I can't wait till next year!

Happy Belated Fourth of July!

Happy belated Fourth of July from all us Benders! I hope everyone had a fun and safe Independence Day with lots of food along with spending time with friends and family!

The Henry's Bend Parade 2018

Here is the video of the 2018 Henry's Bend Parade. It is like no other parade. Enjoy!

Relaxing in the Hammock

Even though everything at the Bend is meant to be relaxing, swinging on the hammock is definitely the most relaxing activity. There is nothing like laying back in the hammock enjoying the nice breeze coming off of the river while watching the puffy white clouds float by. It is also amazing to watch boats go up and down the river while relaxing on the shore. Many Benders love spending a lazy summer afternoon this way. It is also very neat to lay out on the hammock at night and look up at all the twinkling stars. Hammocks are definitely a staple in the Bend!

Fireworks in the Bend

Everyone in the Bend loves fireworks, especially on the Fourth of July. Every year my family and I go to our favorite local firework company to get our Fourth of July fireworks. I love going to Kellner's and seeing all the different kinds of fireworks. I could spend hours in that store! Then on the Fourth we put off our own firework display right in our own backyard. Sometimes it is hard to stay focused on our display when all the other benders are putting on displays of their own. Seeing the sky light up all different colors is an outstanding sight! The Fourth of July can't come soon enough!