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We came home just in time to celebrate Nick's 19th birthday and Luke, Linsey, and Amy's first day back at school.

Luke is in Pre-K class at preschool and off to a GREAT start. He feels like the big kid on campus. Amy is starting her senior year and busy with college applications. Linsey attends Kindergarten at my school and loves it.

Chicago!

The six of us left MI after the wedding and headed to Chicago. Amy wants to attend Moody Bible Institute, so this was a great opportunity for a visit. We love Chicago! (In the summer anyway).

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The Wedding!

Kris and Ehren were married August 8, 2008. It was a perfect day and beautiful ceremony. They managed to involve the entire Gividen family....I was a bridesmaid, Nick played his guitar, Amy did the guestbook, Luke and Linsey passed out bubbles, and Mark prayed at the reception. Wow! Did we feel honored and so happy to be there!

The County Fair

Grandpa took 5 of his grandkids to the fair that he grew up going to. It was all about the animals and tractors that day!

The Farm

My sister Denise and her husband Steve, have a beautiful dairy farm that the kids love to visit.

Michigan Highlights

Cousins, Campfires, S'mores, and a Banjo = SOME FUN!

Uncle Jim, Aunt Colleen Mom and Dad

Where Did the Summer Go?

All 4 kids are ready for take off!

Nick was able to meet and play with my cousin Rick in his studio in Chelsea, MI
Lots of fun was had on the lake!

The Gividens are back home and 5 of us just completed the first week of school! Nick leaves next Friday for APU!

We had a great time in Michigan and Chicago visiting family and attending my niece's wedding. Here are some highlights.