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Yay For Little Sisters!

It's been a hectic week in the best way! I finally got to meet Cory's little sister Autumn when she stayed up here for about a week. I loved getting to know her and seeing how much alike she and Cory are and how much we have in common too! The 3 of us had some great adventures. Hiking, kayaking, visiting the zoo, Despicable Me 2, the indoor waterpark ("H2Oasis" haha) and really good food! Now I'm even more excited to meet the rest of Cory's awesome siblings in (hopefully) just a few months! Here are just a few of the dozens of pictures we took this week...









 
 
 
What makes this week even better is that my little sister Joanna is on a flight to Anchorage as we speak to visit for a week! I'M BEYOND EXCITED!!! I've now been away from home for over 6 weeks which is far past my previous record of 2.5 weeks, so am I more than ready for some family time! I can't wait to share the Alaskan adventures that we will endeavor together :)

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  1. Lacy BrooksJuly 18, 2013 at 12:46 PM

    WOW!! Look at that scenery! Dang girl! Looks like you guys had an amazing time! Welcome Jo! :D

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