Gunderson Adventures.... where all 6 of Us live life to the fullest!

We were able to start the tradition of taking the International Falls youth to the great Wolf River. We took a great group of kids who did not know what to expect and drove the 10 hours to the river. We spend 2 days rafting and then hit the road for home. The students and leaders had a great time navigating the rapids themselves, flipping a boat or two and of course the water falls were a huge hit. U had the opportunity to sit down at the camp fire and one day in our boat with some of the students who do not regularly come to our ministry and talk about the relationship with Christ. These discussions where by far the highlight of my trip, getting to encourage students in their faith and hear the testimony about how they came to know the Lord was just awesome. Our first night it rained more than i have ever seen, and most of our tents stayed dry. But our two days on the river could not have been any better bright sun and 85 or so which is really hot for us from the far north. We had on

We just arrived home from a wonderful family get-a-way in Hakkensak Minnesota! We had a super time with my parents, grandparents, Ben and Kara and Jesse. Although some of us came only for a few days or even a night, we truly enjoyed being together. We won't forget the many memories that always leave us feeling sad at the end of the week to leave each other. Each of us enjoyed different aspects to this great trip- KYLE- Loved relaxing his body and mind from the everyday chaos of youth ministry. He also loved playing with his boys and wife at the beach and going to Itasca State Park to hike. Kyle provided great bonfires at night that allowed us to catch up with each other at the end of the day and laugh over silly moments that occured. ANNA- Enjoyed a break from the overwhelming task of watching two little boys! Grandpa and Grandma were a tremendous help in allowing me to put my feet up and enjoy the sun throughout the day. I also enjoyed sun fishing with my dad and mom each morning.

Last Friday Drew, Micah and I went to the Beach on Rainy Lake! The weather was warm and sunny so I put suits and sunscreen on, and away we went! I'm sure I looked ridiculous walking across the beach with Micah in hand, a beach bag, pails and shovels, bubbles and an umbrella to keep Micah out of the sun! Plus shouting, "Andrew this way!" as he independently ran to the beach with little distractions along his way. I felt everyone thinking, "What a crazy women!" When your a mom with two children under the age of 19 months your self image goes out the window! As long as my boys were happy, nothing else matters! Andrew and I were surprised that the water felt refreshing. We swam and splashed each other for over an hour! Of course we had snacks and checked on Micah too. Andrew also had fun making sand castles together and blowing bubbles. Andrew and I buried Micah's toes in the sand and dipped his legs in the lake! He was full of smiles and let out a big laugh! We