first word……last word

I had the privilege of spending a weekend at  Adventurous Christians in the Boundary Waters - almost as far north as you can go in MN. I brought my dad and my daughter and together we did "experience the power of God".  Living the weekend simply, we spent time together, slept by a warm fire, hiked in the woods, cleaned-up in the sauna, enjoyed meeting new faithful friends, used the outhouse, listened to the word of God read and lived-out, played with the canines, got rescued when canoeing in headwinds, and were cared for and encouraged by camp staff. This place has become special to us already…. we are believers in the power of Adventurous Christians to challenge and encourage people in their leadership skills and in their relationships with God.  Many thanks to Mike, Nicole, Owlis, Mabel and Amy for the amazing gift you gave us. We will be back.

The Fair

The Story of One

First birthdays are so special! So much changes for a new little one in the first twelve months.  From newborn to first new steps. This couple were my neighbors two houses to the South for a bit and then they were neighbors to the North. I remember how my daughter cried when they moved. Now they have an adorable little one year old.  This is the story of a one year old's celebration.

Camp

Swim

Dollhouse

My grandfather loved woodworking. He was always building and crafting something interesting. Often it was little things to decorate the wall.... but once it was this dollhouse.  It isn't fancy - in fact the inside is empty and undecorated - but I believe this allows a young little girl to use her imagination to dream about what it could be.  It might even be something different every time!

Singin' in the Bathroom

Ski

Moving

A beloved home. Deeply filled with love and memories. Books read. Letters learned. Riding bikes and planting gardens.  Moving forward to a new place, but carrying many treasures.  Capturing times like these -  helping to hold onto just a little bit of what made this place special and how people made it come alive - it's what I love!  So special to spend a piece of an evening with my dear friends as they prepare to move - not far - but different. Can't wait to see what new memories unfold just down the road! Thank you Hokanson family for allowing me to be a part of your journey!