*E*P*P*S*: Busy Day in Nauvoo

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Busy Day in Nauvoo

Monday Dad only had Piping practice in the morning. So we tried to get as many things seen as we could, because it was really our last full day in Nauvoo. We went to the Family Living Center, where we were able to learn about different things in the everyday life of a pioneer. We made a rope, learned how to make candles, bread, rugs and flax. We also went to the Brickyard where the kids each got a souvenir Nauvoo brick. The kids really enjoyed all of the different things and I hope that they also realize how lucky we are today.
We also went on a Carriage ride pulled by 2 gi-normous Clydesdale horses. It was called ‘ The ride to Inspiration Point’. It was so beautiful. So peaceful. It took about 45 minutes and my butt was so sore from the oh-so uncomfortable benches. I loved it. I think it is one of my favorite things we did.
Monday we also saw a program called “Just Plain Anna-Amanda” It was put on by some of the younger service missionaries. It was geared for a younger audience, but I thoroughly enjoyed myself. Towards the end they asked Carsun to come up on stage. They had her SHOUT her name and then they sang a song about just being you. As we left the theatre, I took Carsun’s picture in the better light and as we walked away they all yelled goodbye to Carsun. Then one of the girls shouted, “You’re important!” Carsun said, “I was only a little embarrassed, cause I’ve been on stage before!!”
We went that night to a show called “Rendezvous in Old Nauvoo” It was put on by the Senior Missionary couples. I tell you what…I have not laughed that hard in quite a while! Later in the evening, we went to “Sunset by the Mississippi”. It was a whole lot of singin’, dancin’ , and laughin’. It was a beautiful setting. The sun set behind the stage area, the crickets chirping and fireflies lighting up the night sky… just a great time!

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Always wear clean underwear in public, especially when working under your vehicle...
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