This project is a collection of family vacation stories. The analysis describes the cultural context of family vacations in America, and common motifs found in the items collected. Some of the findings were: differences in vacation routine are most memorable, journey is important the interests of children and adults can be different, child empowerment, exploring the country, and how repeating vacations are often the most valued. Twelve items collected. Collected by Kristina Rose, Dr. Thursby's ENGL 356 class, Fall 2008.