Aslehoff (Asleson/ Eckhoff) 2nd Annual Craguns Vacation!

The summer seemed to fly by and before you knew it, it was the end of August and we were off to Craguns with our good friends the Asleson's for the second year! The kids were all so excited, but so were the adults. Last summer was a good time, but this summer really was a GREAT time. We are so lucky to be able to spend time with such dear friends and watch our kids develop stronger relationships.

We left Rochester and headed towards Brainerd. About 2 hours into the 3.5 hour trip we decided to stop for a bite to eat. After we finished eating we noticed Landon had a red and "goopy" eye. I knew it was pink eye so we found the nearest minute clinic. Our suspisions were confirmed and we were lucky to see a doctor, get the prescription filled and get back on the road within an hour!

When we arrived the kids were thrilled to be out of the car and to be at "the cabin."

The following collages of pictures are just a snidbit of the fun we head.

We spent a TON of time playing in the sand. The kids seemed to find new things to do everyday in it. It was very nice to have 4 children who you didn't have to worry about eating the sand. Last year Landon consumed his fair share.


We also spent a good part of the week in the water. The cabin we rent is right on the beach and right across the street from the pool. It is a child's paradise. We also rented a pontoon for part of the week ( we have decided this might be our next large investment). It was wonderful. The kids jumped from the pontoon into the lake and we had some great rides.


The pool was also a big hit and the most popular word that you heard while the Aslehoffs were there was "Cannonball."



The kids also had a great time fishing from the dock. Landon just LOVED the fish and Peyton loved to catch them.


We also spent one day being official tourists. We headed into the adorable town of Nisswa and checked out the local History Center. Across the stree they had a wooden play train and a retired train engine. The kids loved it all. The adults loved the pizza place we stopped at afterwards. We also got a chance to take everyone on a horse drawn carriage ride. It was a great daytrip.


Each and everynight we ended the day with a campfire. I have never consumed more Smores in my life but each and every night they were more delicious. It was a hi-light of each day.


We had a great family vacation and we cannot wait until next year!


Nothing says great vacation than this...