Wayne,
I read all of you stories before replying now. We don't know each other, other than through a few past PM's, but I wanted to say I am very sorry to read about the passing of both your sister and your Mother. It truly was the summer from hell.
On a lighter note, I had a quite a few laughs as well when reading the posts. Here are some of the funnies:
Sanding dust on face
Arriving home to a Fisher petting farm!
Your Daughter eating a monster Rocky
Lifejacket hat
Second arrival home to a turkey petting farm!
Other stuff:
Pop down canoe off of plane
Taking your Mom fishing which turned out to be the last time
Being able to take a train from the big smoke to your summer escape
Celebrating your Mom's life by taking your Daughter fishing before packing up to go home for the funeral
Moosebunk being the first reply to part one with "Doood!! You get only the coolest guests visit." HA what a riot!