We start this week’s column with exciting news! Laura Charles, mother, grandmother, and alumni of Valley Home School, competed in the Ironman 70.3 in Coeur d’Alene Idaho on June 24th. She is the daughter of Patty and Jim Charles, and the niece of Valley Home bus driver Bonnie. This was her second time competing in the Ironman! Last year she traveled to Utah and did the 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike ride, and 13.1 mile run. She was absolutely amazing! We are so proud of her. Her dad was cheering her on from above.
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We send a huge thank you to Mr. Joe Peterson of Crown Painting. Our beautiful little school will sparkle with new paint on the Lone Tree side. Hawk blue pride!
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Feel better very soon Kathy Bryhni, Valley Home School needs you!
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Happy Birthday to Hudson Xavier! Hudson turned one year old, and celebrated with a wonderful water themed birthday. Happy birthday little guy!
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We would like to send a very heartfelt thank you to Mr. Cary Taylor who (on his own time) helped park board member Mr. Don Taro make several repairs to the sprinkler system at our little community park! The lawn was parched, with several dry spots due to sprinklers that had to be repaired. To all those who use the park and pick up their garbage, or do anything to keep our little park looking nice, you are appreciated! Sorry to write this, but to those of you who are deliberately abusing our park, sprinkler system, etc. shame on you! This beautiful little park belongs to each of us and we are very proud!
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On a happy note, our family is enjoying a wonderful visit with our Idaho family! It is always so nice when they come to visit.
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The Furtado Family, Tony, Sharon, and Tyler have returned home from an awesome visit to five different states! They traveled with their amazing “Sand” family and had a great time. Welcome back home!
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We end this column with very exciting news, Pamela (Barnhill) Moore will share her story about growing up in Valley Home. Her great grandfather came from Nebraska, helping to settle the beautiful little community of Thalheim, which later would become Valley Home! Pammie has written a firsthand version of the history of our beautiful community! We are so excited to share some of the amazing highlights from her story with you over the next few weeks. On Tuesday, August 7th, during our National Night Out celebration, Pammie will share her complete story and visit with new and old friends at our little Valley Home Community Park. Please make plans to come enjoy this special evening! More info to come.
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As always you may reach me by email at winniemullins51@gmail.com. Until next time, “Happy Trails to All!”
