More….more….more. That’s what we keep hearing from you. You want more shots from the Nauvoo Pageant. Well, here’s Part-2….. Missed Part-1? See it HERE. Hope you have enjoyed these as much as we have taking them.
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“When you’re here…..we’re here.” And so it begins…… Pageant time is here and we love it! We are amazed at the cheerful faces, in spite of the heat, humidity, rain (sometimes torrential), and bugs. They just keep smiling through hours of practice—both morning and afternoon—and evening performances. Kuddos go to the core and family casts,…
As you know, big productions don’t just happen overnight…..and when you come to Nauvoo for Pageant, preparation has been underway for months. Since we live here and get to experience all that “is” Nauvoo, we thought you might like to see a little of life-in-Nauvoo-before-Pageant. Pageant Grounds Improvements See the light towers and stage? Black…
Nauvoo in winter is a bit quiet outdoors…..but when springtime arrives, everything changes in an instant! Here are a few of our favorite activities as Nauvoo comes alive after a cold winter season. No. 1 – Prairie Fire Demonstration Every year in late March or early April, the community gathers to watch a 1-acre section…
Today is the day. The Cokeville Miracle opens in theaters…..hopefully in one near you. If not, call your local theaters and request a showing. Why? It is a story that will tug at your heartstrings and leave an indelible impression. Based on a true story of one horrible day in the lives of 136 children…
What is the reward of enduring the cold, frosty days of a Nauvoo winter? Spring…..with it’s unending variety of blossoms found on the trees, ground covers, and first flowers of the season—and none are more beautiful than the tulips on the Nauvoo Temple grounds. Having helped plant each of the 30K tulips during fall, I…
Driving down the River Road is always a treat. In spring, it’s the bright new leaves and blossoms. In summer, it’s the canopy of green shading the road. In fall, it’s the nonstop panorama of color. In winter, it’s the spectacle of snow and ice formations. While traveling River Road on the way home from…
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Beautiful pictures Tom. It is almost like being there again, but with telephoto vision. You do great work.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We love this time of year!