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First Day of Daycare

You'll have to read the post title...just in case these pictures of our moving cheeseball aren't clear enough!

I confess...I worked it so Daddy dropped her off. I saved so many tissues and mascara applications that way.

She actually had a wonderful day. Her tears stopped before Daddy had even reached the edge of town. Now...she's an old pro and knows exactly what she wants to do when she gets there! We're so glad to have found such a sweet person to care for Annie on the days I'm working.

The Pride of All Nebraska

For many people, today marks the beginning of college football season (and I'm a bit sad that the Oregon State Beavers didn't start as strongly as they should have...) But really, I like to mark the beginning of Marching Band season.

Every year, we try to go to the University of Nebraska's Marching Band Exhibition...a free demonstration in Memorial Stadium of the skills that the band members have learned all week at Band Camp.

This year, we were able to go with my parents. It was hot. It was extremely crowded. They only had one bathroom open for thousands of people. But we still enjoyed ourselves.

I do have more pictures, but for now, this is what I was able to find. I'll update when I get them! (Again, photos courtesy of my mom.)

Aunt Karey's Zoo Day

Before Aunt Karey had to fly home, some of the girls were able to spend some time at the Henry Doorly Zoo before her flight (Dayna was at school, and Papa was puttering around back at our house.) It's always fun to show off "our" zoo to people who have never been here. We're incredibly proud of what a wonderful resource we have right here in Omaha.

All of the pictures are courtesy of my mom...who remembered to actually use her camera that day!

Wood Family Visit

What an incredible treat! For the third time in the last 12 months, we were able to spend time in Nebraska with my parents. An added bonus was that my firstborn sister (I won't call her the oldest...) was able to join them for part of their trip. I don't often get to see Karey, and we had so much fun spending time with her. I know both girls loved her visit immensely. (Now we just need to get Aunt Donna to come visit as well!)

They were able to be here for Dayna's first day of school and Annie's birthday party. We threw in some other events as well, and visited some favorite restaurants while they were here.

Third Grade

Another year has started. It's hard to believe we have a third grader now! Dayna is over halfway through with elementary school at this point. We continue to be blessed by the wonderful school system here in town, and are thrilled to know that Dayna will have Mrs. Hall as her teacher this year.

Mrs. Hall has spent a lot of time through the years making investments into the "Bank of Dayna" by encouraging her love of reading and writing. We can't wait to see how their relationship develops now that Mrs. Hall is her teacher.

Humphrey

Dayna is proud to welcome Humphrey the Hamster to the Wilson family. He's a lot different from Hammy. As a Chinese Dwarf hamster, he's considerably smaller. He also isn't quite as playful (but we're hoping that changes as he gets to know us better.)

He loves hanging out in the hamster tunnels and running around in the hamster ball. Can't wait to see how Humphrey fits in to our clan.

Annie's Turning Two!

It may have been Annie's second birthday, but it was her first with a family. We had an exciting day celebrating her "Under the Sea" birthday party with both sets of grandparents, Aunt Karey, and some of the girls "honorary" cousins here in Nebraska (along with their families). Enjoy the pictures!