Labor Day in Nauvoo

All I can say is that we had a blast. When we first arrived to Nauvoo we met up with Phillip and Kirsten and the children. We watched a 20 minute video about the saints in Nauvoo at the visitors center. Then we headed over for a ox driven wagon ride...it was rainy but that didn't stop us. 

The missionaries there taught us a lot about how the oxen get their title and how they were a lot better bargain than getting a horse in those days.

We roasted hot dogs and s'mores at a park. Troy was having a great time trying out all the lawn chairs.

While we waited for the coals to heat up everyone kicked the soccer ball around.

We were able to visit Carthage Jail and see where Joseph Smith and others stayed before they were martyred. Lydia, Dalton, and James we ready for the pictures. Dalton said he knew which statue was Joseph Smith by the way He was holding the Book of Mormon...pretty impressive ;) 

This was the log cabin we stayed in. It was fantastic! We all agreed that it was much better than staying in a hotel. Plus, the kids got to sleep in bunk beds!

The temple is just as gorgeous inside as it is outside. Robert and I had the opportunity to do a session there. It was absolutely wonderful to be inside the holy temple and feel our Saviors love.

 Walking around the temple was so nice, reminding us of the sacrifices of the saints and the importance of attending the temple. James wanted to join in on the family pic, how can you resist this boy?

We are so grateful for Phillip and Kirsten who invited us to join them on Labor Day weekend. We will definitely not forget the experiences and feelings we had there.