Vacation Rewind... The Grand Canyon 2012

These days we are all
facing uncertainty

(and it is in these moments)

we hold to...

what we have
what we know
what is real

our families
our times together
our life lessons

(and the many)

breathtakingly beautiful, majestic, and empowering
adventures that have shaped our outlook on life

Today's vacation rewind?

Three Words...

The Grand Canyon!

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The Gardner Family

"The Family w/ Teens"

(before they were teens)

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Three generations of our family

were blessed with the opportunity
to travel in celebration of our

church's 30th Anniversary

with a...

"Great American Family Road Trip"

Los Angeles to Marana, AZ

(approx. 465 miles)

Travel Tip:

When planning a road trip,

comfort is key

You'll want to ensure you have enough

space

snacks

(sanity)

to make this both memorable

and enjoyable for your entire family

then...

sit back

relax

enjoy the view

Travel Tip:

Do NOT attempt to

experience it all in one day!

"Travel day" and "Excursion day"

are two separate days

so prepare to...

check into a hotel

order room service

and rest 

The Ritz Carlton 

Dove Mountain

Photo Cred: Ritz Carlton

our trip coordinator scheduled "a free day"

to ensure we had time to hit the pool

Crave thrill?

This 235 foot waterslide ought to do it!

Day Trip to the Grand Canyon

Grab

"Breakfast to go"

and...

GET ON THE BUS! 

Travel Tip:

Think safety
Think smartly

(Read the rules... and follow them)

because...

in the moment your entire family is standing at the rim
you may feel both invisible and invincible simultaneously

as you consider...

"What is a man that thou

art mindful of him"

(take a virtual tour)

and

another sunset...
another sunrise...

may provide an opportunity
for more adventure

because whether
you crave thrill...

Tubing the Salt River

(like my hubby and son)

Photo Cred: Tucson Guide

or chill...


lunch
shopping
art galleries

(while exploring Old Tucson
like my daughter and I)

you're sure to find your thing, as you...

Spend time with the ones you love!

Life is filled with many lessons...

What have you learned along the way?

(find more Family Adventures here)