The Gulbransens then:
Mel tells us about some of the stories of the most unusual trip. Like when 6 yr. old Karen burned a benefactor/politician’s new barn down and ‘made good’ by trading a potatoe chip for the barn, making a heart-sick little girl feel better.
Like when, after a crowd witnessed an amazing crossing of an extremely difficult bridge, a man gives 11 year old Eileen (who drove one of the teams by herself – and this after Orin asked the crowd if there were any man willing to do it for her) a $5 bill and tells her he has never seen such a brave girl.
Their ‘fame’ often preceded them. Mel tells us of people hearing of their coming and lining up to watch them pass through their town. Not hard to imagine that some young girls wanted the handsome, manly Melvin’s autograph. Now we sisters-in-law sometimes call him Melvis because of his celebrity status.
He told of so many kind people along the way that helped with cash, food, grain and hay that made their trip possible. It is a thrill now to see how generously he shares his success. Melvis has a heart of gold. I am privileged to know him.
Some of the Gulbransens now: They're all here except Orin - and Danny who died soon after his mission in a tractor accident. I heard his name a lot this weekend, and I think Karen and Renetta have the same brilliant, wonderful smile that Danny has.
We had dinner and a fireside at Maureen and Gerald’s. Here are some images of the night.
Renetta! It was so fun to see her.
The beautiful Becky
Maureen and Gerald's home is beautiful and boasts these incredible views and flowers. Maureen is still a lover of horses and has some beauties.
Read the Church News article about Mabel.
Guess who? Call me if you think you know.
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