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Gracie riding the train at Prairiefest

Gracie participating in the tractor pull

Our kids had a full day at Prairiefest in Huxley. They both showed up to watch me finish the 10k race that was held bright and early in the morning. Then they rode in the parade with the rest of their friends from Lily Pad Learning Center. Gracie had a great time throwing candy to everyone. After that we ate hotdogs and Gracie played on the inflatable rides. She loved the slide and the bounce house. Nick entered her in the kiddie tractor pull. She was in the 3 and under group and represented the Brittons very well. She pedaled over 21 feet! Not very many kids beat her. Not bad, not even turning 3 yet. I took kids home for naps (which they did not do, unfortunately) while Nick helped with other activities at Prairiefest.


Owen playing at the park


Owen eating a frosted cookie on his birthday

Gracie in her pretty dress at a wedding

Tony, Gracie, and Ryleigh

Ryleigh, Sarah, Gracie

Owen at the wedding

We attended a wedding a week and a half ago and the little girls were hilarious! Gracie and Ryleigh partied like it was their job. They loved dancing and all the music and lights. Gracie struggled a little, as she did not have a nap in the afternoon, but I was impressed with how she pulled through. Sugar high from all the desserts probably helped with this a little. After the wedding, Gracie and Owen got to spend the night with Gramma Deb while Nick and I stayed for awhile longer.

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