Each barn Des constructs must contain a fully operational crane
While the world is out shopping, it’s a good morning for a zoo trip with some friends
Petting the starfish, which will never be the same after watching Finding Dory
Des still insists this is not Nemo, but Nemo’s father, Martin
Little fishies convention
20+ laps later, still had to coax her into going to see the butterflies
Not her first time at the butterfly pavilion, but certainly the most excited she’s been to see so many real butterflies
Ella opted to join dad (racing eyes-closed through the insect section) to see the big butterflies outside
Ella (respectfully) encounters a new, inquisitive friend
The Great Standoff
Des keeping up with Grace and Clara
Little monkeys surveying the jungle
“Is your mama a llama?” I asked my friend Dave. “No, she is not,” is the answer Dave gave. “She hangs by her feet, and she lives in a cave. I do not believe that’s how llamas behave.” “Oh,” I said. “You are right about that. I think that your mama sounds more like a…”
This may have been right after Grace bonked Ella, but no tears
“Turtle!”
“When something is new, holding a hand can help you.”
Mom thoughtfully squeezing in as much exercise before nap time
And because it was a Friday, time to seize the falafel at Oasis Falafel of Omaha. Run, don’t walk.
Celebrating Falafel Friday with aunt Kellie
A bit hangry and pouty
But who wouldn’t smile at this feast??
After naps, it was time for the annual tradition of the tree lighting at the Durham Museum. Of course it all starts with meeting this guy-
One of the first in line to see Santa, going early is certainly advantageous. Then it’s off to decorate, and then consume, cookies.
The first holiday cookie of the season
When dad asked Eleanor if she would share a little bit of her cookie, she was eager to oblige. Des points to the crumb that was (laughably) even too small for a mouse.
Rudolph!
One of these years we’ll stay late enough for the actual lighting ceremony 🙂
Des with some trepidation, but not sister.
Staring at the tiny cows and chickens
Yeah, someone is tired
