Goodbye Language-a-Sauras

We had this little dinosaur that spoke Spanish and French. I thought it was cool and so did Leo. Well, we wore it out. We loved it. And we'll always have this fun picture. 

Dubuque, Dubuque...

We planned a little getaway to Dubuque to celebrate Mom's birthday and Father's Day. Well, we ended up staying a little longer. And, as always, I was very sad when I had to leave. 

Leo strutting along with Poppy at the Farmer's Market

My first Snow Cone! Guess what, I chose BLUE!

"Hmmph"

Leo found a new treat - graham crackers, mmmm.

"Wow, Mom, that's a lot of candles!"

I'm on a boat, peeps!

Leo really did have a good time, I think 

he thinks orange must just not be his color. 

Beep, beep!

Enjoying Happy Joe's Pizza at the park on a hot day.

And Leo REALLY enjoyed it.

Just chillin' waitin' for the ladies by the pool

Poppy is teaching me what he does best - splashing!

Leo LOVES the piano. We did a little concert....

And then, so did Poppy.

Down on the Farm

So, my pal, Dorothy has some connections. She knows the farm manager of a really cool farm (Heritage Prairie Farm) so we got a tour to see how they grow vegetables. 

Some Days You Just Need a Little Bean

It's That Time of Year

It's a well known fact that I'm a huge fan of my house and where I live when the weather gets nicer. I'm of course showing Leo what's what for the finer things of our little locale. He's much more fun this summer!! Attention - there are a lot of pictures ahead! And further attention - my mom is addicted to Instagram. 

Chillin' in the grass with his tool belt, 

taking a break from helping Dad

This is my cardinal. I will probably tell you it's my favorite bird. 

And then, I will tell you my favorite color is blue. 

He scales over the pavers like a champ.

I guess he does not want to be bothered with 

holding his milk while he explores.

He can play with me this year!

Just washing my ride.

Off we go! We are biking fools. Or riding fools, I guess. I try 

to swipe my brother's shark bike helmet, but have not yet won that battle.

Don't mind Leo, he kind of likes the wagon. And Uli likes Leo.

We also like to dine "al fresco" - yes, this is another term I use.

Hop on Pop, anyone? 

And the parks? Oh, the parks!

This is my Dad's favorite. I kind of look like Lucy from Charlie

Brown here. I don't know what that means, but I hear I have

her same personality. Hmmm.

Off to conquer the slide.

He's quite the wild man in the pool.

And again, we all know these two are chums if

there ever was a pair.

I'm a fan of the big river by my house. Mom lets me throw rocks and

feed ducks. What more could a girl want?

Cookies and the Future Dentist

I'm a weird kid. I really don't like cookies very much. I guess that's a good thing, because I attached a video to show you what I plan to be when I grow up. Pay special attention of who I want to be like and your heart will I am sure, melt. However, my brother likes cookies. Again, see evidence. At least we've started brushing his teeth. 

Bounce

Yes, we all know my brother loves his dog. And we are very glad Uli is a good sport. Getting your head jumped on is tough work.

Leo and the Noodles

There is a new restaurant in town and wow oh wow, it is good. And the people there called me, "bella!" I'm a fan.
Me? Spaghetti. Leo - oh yes, he likes spaghetti, too. I think he's fully recovered from surgery!

Living in a small town with not the best restaurant selection compared to where Mom and Dad lived before - well, they get a little excited about good food.