Our pioneer family, which we loved.
Ten people's stuff had to fit in this for the week.
And should we die before our journeys through, happy day all is well. I would not have lived long as a pioneer. I thought I was tough but I've been humbled. To sum up the trip... 22 bug bites, 4 days without a shower, 170 teenagers, beenies and weenies for dinner, sleeping under the stars, all of this equals one priceless experience. Everyone should get a chance to do this at some point in their life. It's truly amazing that any pioneer ever lived through the trials they faced. This was the hardest physical thing I have ever done in my life, but totally incredible at the same time. Pulling a handcart is much harder than I ever thought it would be but I will miss the rise and fall of the handcart as it goes over the constant rocks and bumps. I will miss the squeeky wheels and the dust in your face because all of this helped me realize how grateful I am for my heritage, my comforts of life and of course the Gospel.
5 comments:
I'm glad you made it through your pioneer trek. I wouldn't last long as a pioneer either.
It sounds like an amazing experience. Just listening to your stories lets me know I am grateful to have been born when I was. I am glad that I didn't have to pull a handcart.
Wow Matt, those are some pretty sweet pioneer sunglasses. Did you trade with the Indians along the trail to get them? Maybe you could have traded for some fireworks, I heard the Indians have the best fireworks. That is a pretty sweet looking pioneer gangsta in your family too.
Awesome pictures girl! It's over- yeah! Glad you had a great time. I did that in high school and didn't appreciate as much as I should have. All I thought was "there was reason I wasn't born in the pioneer age. They are stronger than me, I admit it!"
Oh pheeewf!!! I'm so glad you guys survived and that you had such a fun time! p.s. you two aren't homely enough to be REAL pioneers.
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