Busiek

We spent the afternoon at Busiek State Park with Grandma and Grandpa Petersen and some cousins. The kids had a blast even though the water was cold. I was so surprised that they both took to it so quickly!

Snow Fest

We went to Springfield's Snow Fest. today. It was a blast, they had a lot of things for the kids to do and the weather was perfect. 

Sierra's Graduation

This is a month late, I am sorry Sierra, but here are all the pictures I took at her graduation! I am so proud of her. A nurse! I knew it when she came up with freezing wet paper towels to use as ice packs :) I love you Cc-ga-beeber!

Nauvoo

We took a family trip to Nauvoo, Illinois last weekend. Ben's brother's family was able to join us and we had a blast. Nauvoo is a historical site where Mormons settled before they were forced to move west. The city holds a lot of religious significance along with fun pioneer recreations. This is mostly pictures, if you have any questions just e-mail me!

This picture is my life...I just need to write one thing down...nevermind

Making rope with the cousins...

Pioneer Life

Ari and her cousin Laura

Deven and his cousin Lance

The Nauvoo Temple...

I'm going there someday...

All the cousins

The Mississippi River...

It was a wonderful vacation, we hope to repeat it each year!