Reminder for 11/4....

This is Leah writing to remind you to vote 'right' on November 4th. Think about me and my freedoms before you pull the lever...do you want me to stand in bread lines or do you want me to prosper in a free economy - where I can put my intelligence to good use? It's up to you - I'm not old enough to vote.

Do what's best for the country and ultimately, what's best for me, Leah. But you can't do it if you're a grumpy old grandpa and don't want to vote just to be stubborn. If that's your plan, then just get out there to vote for Leah's sake. As the politicians say, do it for the children.

So on November 4th....
Vote for the preservation of the Constitution.
Vote for a future where I am not punished for being successful.
Vote for an America that is driven by a free economy.
Vote for national security and winning the War on Terror.
Vote for an America where I will be able to keep the fruits of my labor and not have them stripped from me by an overbearing government.
Vote for an America where I am free to succeed and free to fail.

Vote for an America that makes use of the resources God gave it - both physical and intellectual.

Vote for an America that truly is one nation under God.
Vote for Capitalism.

Vote for Freedom.
Vote for my Future.

Another Day at Minnesota Harvest!

On Saturday we once again got on the apple wagon to pick some super duper delicious Fireside apples. This time Grandpa and Grandma Robran came with. Leah figured she'd get her fair share of apples and muched the entire time we were picking, only stopping to help dad pick the best apples that are too far out of reach.

I was a bit leery of how she'd do since she didn't have a nap all day, but she managed fairly well - but crashed as soon as we got in the car. She wasn't her usual chipper self, but she wasn't a pill either.

This time around we visited the petting zoo - which is crazy because all the animals are running loose! Goats, deer, cows, a llama...yeah, you read that... a llama. Leah called it a camel, but either way I didn't like the way it was looking at me. Llamas always give me that look like they're better than me. I hate that. And then they spit at you just to add insult to injury.

We also saw Kim's uncle Al, aunt Michelle, and cousin Alex at Minnesota Harvest, which isn't suprising since they tend to do just about every activity/event under the sun. Alex sure has grown since Kim and I got married, which makes me feel SUPER OLD!

Another fun weekend with Leah on the books.

Fun at Minnesota Harvest!

This weekend has been filled with fun for the Robran family. On Saturday, Grandpa and Grandma Thoms came up to watch Leah while Kim and I got a much needed night out. We went with friends Brian and Jana to see Rodney Carrington (hysterical comedian) at Treasure Island Casino. The night was a ton of fun and my cheeks still hurt from laughing so hard. 

Today we went to Minnesota Harvest - an apple orchard south of Jordan. If you've never been there, it is a must in the fall. The scenery is breath-taking, the smells are mouth-watering, and the whole experience is just relaxing. We went on a wagon ride out to the orchard to pick apples (Haralsons) and Leah was of great help. Need an apple picked that's 9 feet in the air? Send the littlest Robran. So we picked some beautiful apples. Leah kept busy with her own bag of apples and watching the horses. It was a wonderful way to spend a Sunday with the family and we're definitely going back next weekend. 

Interview with Leah

Watch as Kim covers the tough questions with Leah...such as numbers, zoo animals, and her friends. Charlie Gibson - eat your heart out.

What's so appealing about 'No'?

What's with this 'No' stage? Everything is No this and No that...No No No No NO! Even things she wants to do she says no to first and then yes. Crazy kid. Her sentences are coming along as well as her numbers 1-10. She usually skips 5, but I figured 9 out of 10 is still an A.
She's growing into a toddler more and more every day. The way she runs around, sits indian style while she colors, everything she does is just so darn cute (except for the No thing). She can now climb a ladder to go down her slide, is more independent with every day activities, like going to get her spoon out of the drawer for supper time, and makes many of her own choices now (Cheerios or Apple Jacks?). If I could freeze time, I'd hit pause right now. She's just a load of fun to be around and every day brings a new adventure for her.
This weekend she was with Mom down at the Loverinks for a rummage sale. In the mean time Dad cleaned out the garage and found that it does indeed have a floor. But he missed his girls and was glad to have them home on Saturday. Last weekend she was down in AL for uncle Derek's coming home party. It was nice to see the kid made it through basic training and that he actually learned something while he was there (trust me, I know first hand). So she's logged a few hours in the car, which seems to be helping with her whininess on long car rides.
In case you're wondering where the pictures are - we don't have any. Turns out the camera went bust on the Jellystone trip and now we're down a camera. That will change soon and we'll soon have pictures of Leah picking out here pumpkin at the pumpkin patch and helping rake leaves (ok, so I won't rake leaves, but it makes for a lovely picture).