Finding hilarity in just about everything

Photo by Chuck Hoffman © Genesis+Art

Chelan, Washington  

Yesterday, Villagers in Chelan and several other parts to the country gathered in solidarity to worship with the Holden Evening Prayer (also known as Vespers ’86). As the group in Chelan gathered at a local Villager’s home, hugs and smiles were passed around along with slices of watermelon and corn on the cob. The prayers of so many, rising like incense, help bind together the worldwide Holden community in this time of uncertainty. Bookstore Coordinator Lindsey Scheid said, “We are working, finding hilarity in just about everything, caring for each other and being cared for. This is Holden.”

The Wolverine Fire, now at over 26,000 acres, remains about 4.5 miles east of Holden Village. The spread of the fire was limited yesterday by helicopter water drops, rocky outcroppings, and aerial ignition devices, which burned fuels ahead of the fire to slow its spread. Fire crews continued with structure protection work in Holden and have established a fuel break around the community. They are assessing additional opportunities to intervene in the fire’s movement toward the Village.

With good courage, Peg + Chuck

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