We went with an LDS group organized through a company called "Cruise Lady." It's so fun to be there on board with not only family, but a large group (over 160) who are all LDS. You have such fun getting to know people during the trip!
We spent a couple of days on board the ship, but stopped in Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, and Victoria, Canada. There were so many highlights to the trip, but I'll let the pictures do most of the talking.
All Aboard!!! (I think Ashley's smile was fading by the time I got Matthew to even LOOK at the camera!) 
And Straight to the Buffet (a really hard habit to break now that we're home!) Honestly, you go from two meals a day at home (well, that's me talking) to eating at least FIVE! Thank heavens for the menu selection of "sweet and nutritious fruit"!
Is there life without shrimp????
After our first day at sea, we stopped in Ketchikan!
And Straight to the Buffet (a really hard habit to break now that we're home!) Honestly, you go from two meals a day at home (well, that's me talking) to eating at least FIVE! Thank heavens for the menu selection of "sweet and nutritious fruit"!Is there life without shrimp????After our first day at sea, we stopped in Ketchikan! Totem Byte Park:
Ashley and Andrew were so happy to find handfuls of "Salmon Berries" along the path. The berries look like "pink" raspberries, and much more tart!
Ashley and Andrew were so happy to find handfuls of "Salmon Berries" along the path. The berries look like "pink" raspberries, and much more tart!Gorgeous Natalie in front of a totem pole
John, just lookin' good.
There was an amazing view of the ocean nearby.
Messing around in the gift shops:
Messing around in the gift shops:
Natalie tries on an $80,000 GREEN DIAMOND ring. (That was the SALE price!)
Back aboard, the kids ask, "what should we do in 65 degree weather? SWIM, of course!"
Panning for Gold in Skagway:
Dad hits the jackpot!
Natalie: Worth her weight in gold!
The Breathtaking Butchart Gardens in Victoria Canada
Formal night on the Ship.Jeff and Natalie
Mom and Dad
Kim and John
Ashley wanted to try the Pheasant!
Jeff, with his SECOND helping of Lobster Tails!
And Dessert never disappoints!
Looking at the eagles on shore...with NO zoom lens. No kidding, they were 10 yards away.
Jeff makes friends with a sea urchin:
Could it even BE a vacation without Settlers of Catan?
It's so amazing to realize the great opportunities we have! We are so blessed! We couldn't have done it without the Cruise Lady, and especially the help of Amy and Marshall for watching our two babies and kitty while we were away! You guys are the best! We love you. Thanks again!
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