Bryan and I just got back from vacation. We went to Iowa for a good friend's wedding and saw lots of family, friends, and a few other attractions along the way. We left last Tuesday and saw Crazy Horse memorial and camped in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Wednesday we saw Mount Rushmore and drove on the back roads through northern Nebraska to Iowa. We stayed in a motel in Fort Dodge once we hit the severe thunderstorms and tornado warnings.
Friday we drove north through Fort Atkinson to Decorah. We saw Jessica and Jenna Nanke in downtown Decorah, saw the town, then went to the rehersal dinner at Justin's family's house. Saturday was Jessica and Justin's wedding-a beautiful ceremony at the local Catholic church, then a reception at the historic Hotel Winnesheik in Decorah. They had a social hour with snacks, then dinner and a dance. The entire day went well and was lots of fun!
Sunday we went to visit Rebecca and Greg in Rochester, Minnesota for breakfast and a tour of their house and the Mayo Clinic where Rebecca works as a nurse. Then we took I-90 to Sturgis, South Dakota where we camped for the night.
Wednesday we saw Mount Rushmore and drove on the back roads through northern Nebraska to Iowa. We stayed in a motel in Fort Dodge once we hit the severe thunderstorms and tornado warnings.
Thursday we visited the John Deere Engine Works factory in Waterloo, IA and got a private tour. We stayed with Mom's sister, Amy and Tony and visited with Deb and Al, Grandma & Grandpa, Rose, and Grandma's sister, Barb. It was great to see everyone and catch up. Thursday night we awoke to the sound of sirens-the tornado warning system for La Porte. We went to the basement where we watched the weather channel until the threat passed.
Friday we drove north through Fort Atkinson to Decorah. We saw Jessica and Jenna Nanke in downtown Decorah, saw the town, then went to the rehersal dinner at Justin's family's house. Saturday was Jessica and Justin's wedding-a beautiful ceremony at the local Catholic church, then a reception at the historic Hotel Winnesheik in Decorah. They had a social hour with snacks, then dinner and a dance. The entire day went well and was lots of fun!
Sunday we went to visit Rebecca and Greg in Rochester, Minnesota for breakfast and a tour of their house and the Mayo Clinic where Rebecca works as a nurse. Then we took I-90 to Sturgis, South Dakota where we camped for the night.
Up early Monday morning, a quick shopping stop in Billings, and back to home, sweet home by Monday afternoon.
1 comment:
Sarah, I'm glad you were able to see everyone on your trip. I'm looking forward to next year when we get to visit them also.
Love,
Mom
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