These are the days of miracle and wonder! You two are discovering miracles and the world is instilling wonder in your minds each and every day. Our first trip this summer was to North Dakota. It is a long drive to ND, so this time we spread it out over two days. On our first day in the car we made a pit-stop in Jamestown where we visited the world's largest buffalo, took a ride on a stage coach and rode ponies. I wish I could capture your excitement in a bottle and open it every day for the rest of my life. My greatest happiness is to see you two excited about life, enjoying trying new things and finding happiness in the simple things in this world.
The rodeo in Watford City was a highlight - you both looked and acted like true cowboys. The looks on your faces were priceless. You both acted like you were so cool. It was funny to watch, but I was such a proud mom.
At Theodore Roosevelt National Park, the buffalo that you were so excited about when we were in the car suddenly became a little too scary when they were only feet from our car. Theodore Roosevelt National Park is my favorite places to visit when Watford City and I took you there most of the days we were in town. The petting zoo at the credit union was more your speed. Maddox you got right into the ring with all of the animals and seemed at home. You were gentle and curious about all of the animals, but you weren't sure about the llamas right away. You soon warmed up to them when I told you that one was Llama Llama from one of your favorite books Llama Llama Misses Mama. Mavin, you weren't so sure right away because the goats and sheep got a little too close for comfort right away, but you soon leaned how to make your way around in the pen and quickly became comfortable. You were most interested in petting the bunnies and found your way over to their section of the pen. You were super gentle and really enjoyed it.
Mavin, you are such a sweet boy to your new cousin, Griffin. You asked to hold him and when you did you rocked him in Little Grandpa's chair and sang to him. Of course you sang Old MacDonald, I've Been Working on the Railroad and Oh Be Careful Little Eyes. It was absolutely precious!
These are the days of miracles and wonder!
