Emily and Neal live in Overland Park (near Kansas City) and had just had their second child. I'd never been to visit in the 4+ years they've lived there, so I decided this was the time to go! Neal had a break from his residency stuff so he was around the entire time. We weren't there for too long and really didn't do a lot, but we had lots of fun. The girls ate out at a Thai restaurant while the guys went to a Royals game (I was really torn on which to do), we got frozen custard, went shopping, played games, watched a movie, played wiffle ball, and had a barbecue. On Sunday, little baby Austin (the first man-child grandkid for my parents) was blessed and we had lunch afterward. Ang & Hy and my parents left that day, but Abby and I stayed until Monday. We were able to go to Independence, MO and Liberty Jail before we flew back home.
The girls who shopped. There was an awesome shopping center and my sisters talked me into a very indulgent (for me) purchase from J. Crew. I justified it by having my mom save it for my b-day
All the sisters hangin' out in Emily's very large, pretty yard
Abby, Emily, Mom, Ang, & me
All of the Dickson clan that were present
Me with sweet Austin. Sorry the picture is sideways! My camera battery died, so I had to get all my pictures from my sisters
Sisters again
The Community of Christ temple in Independence, MO. We didn't get to spend much time in Independence. The Community of Christ church was having their worldwide conference, so there were lots of people there. We went to the LDS Visitors' Center and then left (another sideways photo...all apologies)
Liberty Jail, where Joseph Smith and four others were unjustly imprisoned for 4 1/2 months under terrible conditions. It was a humbling experience to visit. My favorite scripture was revealed to Joseph while he was here
It was fun to get away and spend time with my family. I wish I could see my sisters more often! It was a great trip, but I was happy to get home and see Tyler & the girls. I think they missed me.
6 comments:
That looks like it was such a fun trip. Good for you for going! Can I say that your hair is looking so red these days...and you are so skinny. What a cute family!
How fun that you all got to be there together! And, it's high time your parents got a man child for a grandchild.
What a fun trip and so great you were able to go spend time with your family! Your little nephew is adorable :)
Thanks again for coming. I can't believe that I've been here for almost 5 years. Crazy how time flies. If you ever want to come back with Tyler and the girls, don't hesitate!
Way to much fun and what a awesome trip to go on!
PS My kids are by no means perfect and I have no patience :) I just must be a sucker!
Looks like you guys had so much fun....It's nice to get away from everything and be with the family.
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