Outside go!!!

Recently we have had a few days of good weather and have used that opportunity to enjoy being out of the house. Claire is now obsessed with getting out of the house. Her first words upon waking from her nap this afternoon - "Outside go!" First words upon finishing breakfast - "Outside go!" Unfortunately, after a great day yesterday in the 70s, we were back in the 40s today. It made for a cold "Outside go!" Once outside, Claire just likes to wander around, pick up dirt, run down the hill, look for dogs, etc. We just love her!

Here is a follow-up from the Zoo.


There was a baby gorilla born about a month ago. It was so cool. It looked like a human with a bunch of hair. It just clung to the mom - even as mom jumped through the trees.

A couple months ago, grandma and grandpa Dahle came out for a quick visit. We took a trip down to Appomatox, Va which is the site of the surrender of the Confederate Army. Grandma and Grandpa can attest to the family that Claire is a much better traveler.


"That's a long road Claire. Come back soon."



"You are right dad - it is a long road."



The house where the surrender was signed.


A couple weeks ago we bought a pass to the local children's museum.

She loves playing with the ball contraption.

We finally ditched Claire for a night out on the town. We had a live band playing at the ward and we had a great time... without Claire. Claire promised a video. That will have to wait.

Suby, or not, Suby. That is the question. We suby. As we were pulling into the parking lot after the valentine's dance, we hit the big 100,000 miles (granted I had to drive around the parking lot a couple times to get there. I was going to be gone next day and I wanted to be there for the milestone). We are hoping for another 100,000 more.

Hi Claire. Love you.