We were going to go the Gulf Shores for Memorial Day, but decided it would be funner and more important for our family to go to Kirtland. Kirtland is only 7.5 hours away, and we love to camp, so it worked out well. This was our second trip, and we all really enjoyed it. We felt the spirit very strong and came away better people.
In front of the John Johnson farm in Hiram, OH. Very special place. 
Room in the John Johnson farm house where Joseph Smith Jr. received many revelations, including D&C 76. It was amazing to be in that room.
John Johnson farm
Playing with our great friends from Church, the Veeches, at the John Johnson farm. They came camping with us.
In front of the Kirtland visitor's center with the Veeches. One of the highlights was the traveling bronze exhibit of artist Angela Johnson. It was amazing. Pictures weren't allowed but you can view her web site at http://www.ajsculptures.com/.
Camping at Punderson State Park. It was kind of crowded but was the only place to camp.
Our family in front of the Kirtland temple.
The Hale cousins came from Dayton to be with us on Saturday. It was great!
William with a leaf on his head.
In front of Thankful Halsey Pratt's grave. She was Parley's first wife and died in Kirtland shortly after childbirth. We were in Kirtland last year to dedicate the grave (they just recently found it).
Upstairs in the Newel K. Whitney store. Joseph Smith Jr. sat that very desk.
Downstairs in the Newell K. Whitney store.
Outside the store.
