Josie's first trip

Not only did Josie take her first trip...she also had her first trip out of Missouri.
Overnight during Labor Day weekend, the Whitlock clan packed up and headed for Springfield, Illinois. Before we got to Springfield, we stopped in Arthur, IL to visit the Amish town. What an interesting society!! We were a bit fascinated by their culture and the way they live. Can you imagine no electricity. You could not be reading this right now. Dave and I both agreed, we could handle all the other aspects of their lifestyle, but no electricity would be real tough. Josie thankfully slept the whole ride up there. (She doesn't love the car as much as we would like...probably 70/30 on that she will cry the whole time in the car).

After Arthur, we drove to Springfield. We tried to hit the pool for the first time, but she was very tired and the water was abnormally cold for an indoor pool. Maybe next time. In Springfield the next morning, Dave and I toured a house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright...very fascinating. Then, we visited the Abraham Lincoln museum. It was the most interesting museum we have ever been to. The way they present the information was very awesome. Highly suggest that you go and check it out.

There was a giant sculpture of Lincoln...Josie looks even smaller.
Papa Whitlock with us and young Abe.

Nana and Papa Whitlock enjoying time with Josie.

Dave, Josie, and I taking our first family portrait with the Lincoln's. Watch out Abe, John Wilkes Booth is close behind!