WYOMING...WOW!

Eight of us have just returned from an amazing five days/four nights in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where Logan had been invited to be the keynote speaker at the Jackson Hole Community School graduation. Our hostess and HUGE DGW supporter, Sophie Craighead, rolled out the red carpet for us BIG time...

We arrived in Jackson Hole on Tuesday, where Sophie met us at the tiny but picturesque airport. Unfortunately, Darius was not able to make this trip because the planes that fly into Jackson Hole are too small to be accessible. Besides, he was perfectly happy staying home and recuperating from his own graduation. Sophie had rented two cars for us, and we followed her into town, where she had rented us six hotel rooms at the Trapper Inn. This was an awesome place to stay, because it was only a block from Jackson Square, which has that "Old West" feel and is chock full of restaurants, shops, and bars. Our hotel was also surrounded by magnificent mountains.

After having lunch with Sophie, most of us took naps, then we had a long meeting to discuss our new goal of selling one million DVDs in one year. In fact, we had strategy meetings almost every day while in Jackson Hole, so expect some announcements soon. That night, we walked into town and had an incredible dinner at The Blue Lion. They had the best rack of lamb any of us had ever tasted!

On Wednesday, Sophie arranged for all of us to go whitewater rafting. It was a blast! The weather was still chilly out in Wyoming, and the water was even colder, so we had to wear wet suits. That didn't stop any of us from jumping in at the end of the trip. Exhilirating! That evening, we drove out to Kelly, WY to the Craighead's incredibly beautiful home for dinner, hosted by Sophie and husband Derek, who is a world-renown naturalist. After appetizers on the patio, framed by the Tetons, we were treated to an awesome smorgasbord: buffalo burgers, black angus hot dogs, elk steaks, potato salad, beans, tossed salad, etc. Dessert was an incredibly yummy banana cream pie. We were sooooo full. We hung out at the Craighead's playing foosball and Guitar Hero with Sophie and Derek's awesome kids, Scotty and Sage. The Craigheads had invited a few friends to join us for dinner. Two of the youngest guests, Riley and Chase George, presented Logan with envelopes containing personal donations (from their allowances) to Charley's Fund. They were so adorable, and we were so touched and impressed by their generosity!

Our screening was at the beautiful Community Arts Center theater on Thursday evening, where the house was packed with Jackson Hole Community School students and their families and friends. We got a standing ovation! Before the Q&A started, we brought Sophie to the stage and presented her with a framed photo of us whitewater rafting as a (very small) token of our (huge) appreciation for her hospitality. Logan also showed "The Vehicle" and told the audience about our new goal: to sell 1 million DVDs in one year.

The screening was immediately followed by a "Celebrate Your Life" diinner party that was so much fun. We sold LOTS of DVDs, and everyone there was so warm and friendly. After that, we walked to a nearby brew pub before heading to bed.

Friday evening was graduation, where Logan did a great job giving the keynote speech. There were only nine graduating seniors at this small but innovative school, so the ceremony felt very personal. We cheered especially loud when Scotty Craighead received his diploma. The class of 2008 presented us with donations they had collected among themselves for Charley's Fund...a grand sum of $69.69. LOL. The graduation ceremony was followed by a really nice reception. From there, we headed into Teton Village, where new DGW supporter Julie Choi and her husband treated us to an amazing, multi-course dinner at the Japanese restaurant they own. Yes, we had lots of sushi...and, of course, goslabi!

Friday morning, we flew home. It was so difficult to say goodbye to everyone in Jackson Hole and to leave this beautiful town. But we have incredible memories that will definitely last a lifetime.

KNOW ABOUT IT!