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I love that you did this, and I know it was an undertaking so kudos!!! The kids will never forget the memories made. And.... very much appreciating the linky links too :)

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😘 always!

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Love that picture of you and your hubby! We hit sixteen years next month.

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Thank you! I loved saying "our marriage can drive, now!" last year :)

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Life is an adventure :) Enjoy!

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Thank you!

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I’m so proud of you for taking that trip on your own with the kiddos!! It’s been an amazing 17 years as your partner in crime. I can’t wait for the next 17 years!

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Me too!! <3

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oh man, that video 😭😭 thanks for sharing that!

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It got me good!!

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i felt wistful and nostalgic all at once reading this beautiful piece (and the photos!), Kristine. would you believe me if i told you The Power of Love was playing as this dinged in my inbox? <3

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No way!! That's uncanny timing. Thank you for reading!!

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Hello from Knoxville. Enjoy your travels. Hope our scruffy town looked pretty from the interstate. Sorry about the traffic.

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Hey!! Thank you -- we hit a little rush hour traffic coming home, but otherwise Knoxville was kind, as always!

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Kristine, thank you so much for taking us along on this ride. You packed a lot of beauty and reflection into your post. And goodness, that photo of you and your husband on your wedding day. Priceless!

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Thank you for reading, Jody!!

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Long summer road trips! So nostalgic. Also, why is July such a weird month? I like what you said about it being a time for hidden sowing 🙏

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Thanks for reading, Jenny! July is a weird one but I also kinda love it. Mixed bag!

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It’s so good to hear the latest from you! And that wedding picture is so beautiful 💛.

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Thank you for reading!

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I'm guessing your children were excited to travel with you. What a great rip for end of summer. My summer is ending with Home at Last launching tomorrow, August 1. Remember that first chapter you all helped me with in Kentucky. Keep writing Kristine! P.S Love the photo of you and your husband.

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Yes, we had a great time! And congratulations on your launch! Well done, Penny!!

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i felt wistful and nostalgic all at once reading this beautiful piece (and the photos!), Kristine. would you believe me if i told you The Power of Love was playing as this dinged in my inbox? <3

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