Visit to International Falls!!!

 What a blessing it was to head back to International Falls, MN and see so many faces of people that we love so much!! It was so fun to hear how everyone was doing and seeing all the kids that have grown up so much!! Two years makes everyone look older!!! Kyle and I took a beautiful drive along our favorite Rainy Lake and I love this picture taken right in Ranier! Nothing can replace this beautiful place or these beautiful people. This picture represents both to me!
 We have been praying for this amazing couple for a few years now, that God would help them grow in love for Him and each other. So special to be apart of Mike and Megan's wedding day!!! A day that begins a life of new adventures!!! So happy for you two!!!
 Had to sneak a picture with the bride to be!!! Megan, your love for Christ is shown in all you do and can be seen in your beautiful smile!
So thankful that Mike gave Kyle a call to do the wedding!! He was thrilled and honored to be apart of leading this special day!!
 Megan's mom Debbie did an outstanding job setting up for the reception!! It was a true party and EVERYTHING her daughter had dreamed of for her wedding day!! What an amazing mom!!!
 BONUS!!!! I had the chance to spend time with this incredible friend....Laura:) I will always love this girl's simple spirit. I miss her friendship as we now live miles apart, but we are hoping as the kids get older it will open up new opportunities for us to meet up in Duluth!!! I miss our days at the park, playing in the church parking lot, watching our kids play and practice riding bikes, celebrating birthdays.....the list goes on!! 3 girls...4 boys... who knows where our future will lead us...even miles apart:)
 A wonderful weekend staying at Wes and Lynn Peterson's house!! We were so blessed to be able to spend time with them this weekend. They have become family to us as they have loved on us and our boys so much!! One very special weekend!!! Kyle and I feel truly blessed to have served God in International Falls. A season of our life we will never forget!!!!

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