adventure...

As parents, Andy and I knew early on the importance of establishing our values for our family.
We are very intentional with raising our children to have a solid foundation in our beliefs and what we value most in life.  We knew this would not only give them guidance but opportunity as well.  
Among this list of non-negotiables...
you will find adventure and the high value our family places on travel.  

more of our travels here

There is great biblical importance and purpose in family.  Creating deep family bonds are infinitely valuable.  Traveling creates the perfect backdrop for memorable moments with family.

beautiful backdrop for shared memories 

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As a homeshooling family, we recognize the world is our classroom and there is always an opportunity to learn... always seizing the adventure in the everyday.

opportunity to teach, learn & explore together

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There's just something about getting away from the busy and routine of life.  Intentional time away together has  ALWAYS been what my family needed. 

chance to unplug and reconnect

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...and why we love it!

We are obsessed

ONE THING YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ME
I am LITERALLY obsessed!
I mean, animals gives me life.
Take me to the woods and show me an animal...
this is the way to my heart.  
Growing up in the woods down south, my parents instilled a deep love and appreciation for the great outdoors. I hope I have done the same with my kids!

What is it about wildlife that is so captivating?
Why do wild encounters stir such powerful emotions and memories?

wildlife...

MORE THOUGHTS HERE

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I love cooking!

Sweet roll candy croissant oat cake marshmallow tootsie roll topping pudding. Dragée candy canes lemon drops cake fruitcake pastry. Ice cream jujubes gummi bears candy canes gummies jelly beans tart gummies. Gummies chupa chups jujubes sweet roll toffee cotton candy icing.

They are Paco & Louis

Sweet roll candy croissant oat cake marshmallow tootsie roll topping pudding. Dragée candy canes lemon drops cake fruitcake pastry. Ice cream jujubes gummi bears candy canes gummies jelly beans tart.

My favorite place...

Most
Memorable
Moment
Jenny Lake
"The Moose Encounter"

 Favorite
Hike
Monument Valley
Favorite
NAtional PArk
Most
unforgettable
sunrise

Favorites from our family travels!

Josie's

Natalie's

Andy's

Emma Mae's

Joshua Tree

Will's

Favorite Memory

bouldering with Emma in Joshua Tree

with Maui being a CLOSE second!

Will said,
                                 "definitely to the ARCHES"

"Waking up for sunrise in Hawaii"

Josie

As for State Parks...
             Josie loves Oak Mountain in Alabama

this made my momma heart SWELL

 ...travel essentials