happy Pioneer Day!

Today is Pioneer Day, which I realize if you're not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, or live in the state of Utah (where it's a state holiday), probably means nothing to you. You can check out this Huffington Post article that's pretty interesting and talks about the history of the holiday.

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Regardless of your background, we all have pioneers of some form in our family history, and I think it's important to celebrate that! As Thomas S. Monson said, "To all of you noble Pioneers who go before, showing others the way to follow, I urge, 'Carry on.'"


Two years ago (when I was pregnant with my second little lady!) Mike and were a "Ma and Pa" on a handcart trek reenactment and it was an amazing experience; today I've gathered up all the posts associated with that.

Pioneer Journals
Pioneer Trek Clothing
Hand Stamped Washers
Tips and Tricks

5 Gallon Buckets
Travel First Aid Kits


And here are lots of other fun ideas for celebrating our Pioneers!

8 Pioneer Projects for Kids
Make Your Own Paper Handcart
Free Coloring Sheets
Recipe for Pioneer Taffy
Pioneer Handkerchief Dolls


Do you have someone in your family who was a pioneer in some way?

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