The Van Voorhis family!! Such a lovely family they are! I believe (Brian or Meredith, correct me if I'm wrong) The Medical center shown in the background is where Tyler was born. Both Brendan and Samantha were born in Germany.

Omaha Zoo Animals

We went to the Omaha Zoo on Friday and we couldn't have asked for a better day. The weather was perfect and the animals were all very active. This bear in particular decided to put on a show for anyone that would watch. We were literally as far away as the camera shows. You could almost reach out and touch him if you so choose to do so. In fact Brendan almost did just that. He decided it would be fun to climb the fence and get a closer look while the rest of us were focused in him on solid ground. He was promptly told to hop down by 3 or 4 of us. Ain't he cute and oh so cuddly...There was another black bear down below putting on another show. He stood next to a log sharpening his claws over and over and waving on occasion. I have a little video and if I can figure out how to post it I will. ;)
I never knew how cute and sweet Lemurs could be until I met this little guy. In the picture you can see Brian's phone, Jumpy is what we'll call him, was fascinated with it. Until, that is, I came along! Hehe. I decided to brave it and I stuck my hand up to the cage to see what he would do...As soon as my fingers touched his fur Jumpy turned his body and pushed it up to the cage and then turned his head around with longing eyes just waiting for a more complete massage. He was so cute and friendly and just sat there taking in all the petting/massage he could get. Hmmmm, I just might have to buy a Lemur instead of a dog next time. ;)

Well, that's it for now...more pictures of people to come! :D Have a great rest of the week to all that actually still visit here! Whoever you faithful few might be. God bless!

I'm back! :D My trip to Omaha was great. I ended up hanging out with Brian and Meredith and the kids pretty much the whole time. The occasion was for Brian's 10th Reunion at Creighton University, however, they decided to do their own thing instead of all the scheduled C.E./dinner stuff. Which was better, I think. They were able to hang out with some of their friends from school and catch up and reminisces. It was neat to see where they use to live and meet the people that were a part of their lives during their college years.

Well, that is all for now. It is good to be home again. I'll put more pictures up Lord-willing in the next few days.

I haven't taken any new pictures lately, however, I did come across this one and thought it was precious. Daniel and Cassie are doing a wonderful job raising such a loving little boy. He is so good at giving hugs and kisses to everyone when he leaves our house (or where ever he is) It is very endearing.

Anyhow, maybe I'll have more pictures by the end of this week...I am headed to Omaha Nebraska with my 'other' family. :D