Off to the (Turtle) Races!

On a beautiful day in Northern Minnesota, one of the neighboring towns had a little festival. Part of the festivities was the turtle races. We decided that was not to be missed. When we arrived, Anna took it all in from her vantage point.

Then, when the time came for her heat, she eagerly selected a turtle from the bin. Note her lack of hesitancy.

 

She was so excited about her turtle when I told her to look at me so I could take a photo, she leaned over and KISSED the turtle. Gross. Didn't manage to capture that and I wasn't about to ask for a redo!

 

Though well-loved, the little guy came in second in his heat. 

Better luck next year, I guess!

What She's Been Up To....

When she got to Minnesota, she was soooo excited to get some quality time with Papa Dan. 

 

He had a special little chair for her...

...and they spent a fair bit of time reconnecting. It was so sweet.

Then Papa broke out the sprinkler. This was a first for the girl (whose mom couldn't find a matching swimsuit in the unpacked suitcase :)

 

The other great part of being in the MN? 

Buddy. AKA "Meow" The usually cantankerous old cat seems completely unfazed by the little person who sits on him, messes with his tail, points to his eyes and generally tries to boss him around.

  

Such a rough life.