"the family is the basis of a righteous life, and no other institution can take its place or fulfill its essential functions"
~ Thomas S Monson ~

Saturday, July 5, 2008

Camp Nauvoo

the "start your own blog" site said it was easy, so I copied a few pictures and I'm "learning how to blog." (we'll see how easy, at least it has spell-check, does it always take this long to upload pictures?)
one of our FAVORITE places - Camp Nauvoo

The camp is owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and is dedicated ground, just like the temple grounds. I love the peace and always feel safe there. A family serves a mission as caretakers and lives at the camp, which is used for Girls' Camp, Ward Parties and Campouts, Cub Scout Activities, Family Reunions, etc. I went to Girls' Camp here and Michael and Nathan each had their Arrow of Light Ceremonies here. We had an extended family reunion in 2005 and are camping with family again this year.

silly skits, campfires and SMORES

rafting and swimming in the creek


and "swimming pool"

and pancakes for breakfast!