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The family then worked together on and off for two weeks to create a rainforest in their basement. Ashton said the family used the research the girls had already done to make sure the animals, which they drew and painted, were authentic and in the right habitats and then added additional details including rainforest sound effects and a humidifier for mist.

Some day in the future, the family will take their trip of a lifetime.

\"The most important thing right now for all of us is stay home, stay safe and protect each other,\" Ashton said. \"When we do eventually get to go on these amazing trips, we will appreciate it even more.\"

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