Minneapolis, MN

It is Memorial Day weekend, and we are excited for the chance to visit with Ron and Lorraine at their home on Weaver Lake. When you are in the state of "10,000 Lakes", we did what anyone would do, fish!




Ron's boat

Weaver Lake

Alas, the fish gods were not with us, and there were no fish to be caught, this time...

Our timing was excellent, as it was not only Memorial Day, but a weekend to celebrate Ron and Lorraine's grandson's graduation on the "BobShell".



Brandon with brother, Patrick, also soon to graduate.

Festivities included a ride on the St. Croix river and lobster boil.





Lobster boil done right!

Team coral!

Many thanks to all for a great weekend!

Indiana Dunes State Park & Chicago



Camping with the Tear Drop

Our return trip continues our theme of family visits with three nights parked at the Indiana Dunes State Park with brother, Scott and wife, Stacia. All the comforts of home!




Jim with our personal guide, Scott.

South Shore Train

Scott gives Chicago tours as well, including a ride on the South Shore Train.


The Field Museum



Stanley Field Hall



Sue, the largest, most complete
T. Rex ever discovered!



 

Sibs!

We will be back, Chicago. So many more sights to see. Thank you Scott and Stacia for making this a very special visit.

Our week at the Farm!

We are always so happy to return to Rimersburg, just to hang with all of

the McNaughton families.This year we were hosted by Rich and Denise

and could not have been more pleased with our campsite.



Brother Frank with an assist from Brandy

Countless games of pool have been played in Mike and Kate's basement.

We can always count on Mike and Ken
for a game of golf.

Jim, always first in line,
at the traditional family picnic.

 

Many thanks to Rich and Denise, for your generous hospitality!

 

Graduation! - Indianapolis, IN

 

At last! The moments we have been waiting for, Kelly and Cc's graduations!

 

 



Dr. Kelly Andrew Lara









Clairesse Lara
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

 

 





 Proud Mom!





Another proud Mom!





 



Chillin' with Diesel

 






 

 

 





Nashville, TN

Our travels through Tennessee would not be complete without a visit to Nashville.




A beautiful day to tour Andrew Jackson's home, Hermitage.
 

Burial site of Andrew Jackson and
his beloved wife, Rachel.

 

Slaves homes.

"Uncle Alfred", Andrew Jackson's
personal slave lived for 98 years.



 







Seven Points COE campground
rated high on our list of favorite  campgrounds
with many beautiful camp sites on Percy Priest Lake.

Abundant fish and wildlife on this lake,
 including this black vulture who's just
 finished a huge fish dinner.









This small museum was packed
with Johnny Cash memorabilia.







Date night at the new Grand Ole Opry. The lineup: The Black Lillies,
The Isaacs, Jim Ed Brown, Phil Vassar,
Del McCoury Band and new country artist,
Brett Eldredge. Very entertaining!

Brett Eldredge










 



A Pedal Tavern seen on the streets
of Nashville.

 Our last hurrah, a visit to Anson and Candace's farm in Normandy, TN. Jester loved his taste of farm life and we all enjoyed great company and a home cooked meal. Thank you, Candace and Anson!