In September we were traveling to NYC to attend a wedding and decided to take a slight detour on the way so we could visit some of the church's historical sites. We got to see the restored cabin where Joseph Smith lived when he was growing up. This is where the Angel Moroni appeared to him to give him instruction from the Lord. We also saw the larger house where the family lived also. Behind the cabin is the Sacred Grove where Joseph went to pray to the Lord for direction on which church to join and was directed to join none of them at this time. Later he would be directed to organize the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Smith Family Farm/Grove
The Erie Canal
We were driving around the city and went down a side road and discovered the Erie Canal. This was the main reason this city was in existence at the time of Joseph Smith. So much commerce and people traveling west went through this town.
The Palmyra Temple
We got to Hill Cumorah very early before anyone else was there. Beautiful, autumn weather and leaves changing color made it a memorable time with a breathtaking view from the top.
HILL CUMORAH
We also got the chance to see some of our great friends who used to live in Avon with us. Elaine, Karen and Russell Henderson. They chose to leave the twins with grandma and grandpa. It was great to catch up with them and see them.
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