On Friday morning, June 25, we received a surprise call from our daughter Rebecca telling us that her oldest son Rathan, 18, was headed for California with some friends and was wanting to stop by the hotel and see us before they traveled on to their holiday.

We were so happy to see this fine young man! He is a premier high school football player, leading his Show Low Cougars to another great winning season! He is also a fine example to his peers in many other ways.

This picture is clear evidence that Rathan has been growing since we saw him last, 18 months ago!