Boone Train Ride

We had Christmas in July by fulfilling a Christmas present to Mom and Dad taking them on a scenic train ride in Boone IA.  We were lucky enough to get a private suite to eat our picnic lunch.  We enjoyed hanging out on the caboose car and riding over the VERY high bridge.

A Trip for Just Us

For our birthdays, Tony and I like to have an outing together.  Back in May, we were lucky enough to spend a weekend in Madison - just the two of us.   We ate at one of our favorite Madison restaurants - the Eldorado and even bought their cookbook which has resulted in a few successful recipes.  We went to the farmers market and had FANTASTIC Stella's Hot & Spicy Cheese Bread (I dare you not to eat the whole thing in one sitting) - everyone was walking around the farmers market eating it as they go because it is so irresistible!  And of course, we had some microbrews including checking out the Ale Asylum and enjoying a great view from Coopers Tavern.

Zoo Fun

Johanna was able to see both the Milwaukee Zoo and Madison Zoo in August.

Milwaukee with some Kluesners and Arnolds after the Burds wedding.  Johanna walked the entire time, often wanting to lead the way and more interested in where we were going than what we were seeing.

Madison with some good, old friends.  Johanna's face lit up riding the carousel. 

Day#4 the children's museum

Morning walks

Got up early the past couple days for some nice walks and pictures.

Day #3 Story book garden

Reading and outdoors,  her two favorite things!

Day#2

Good morning

This is how I take my coffee :-)
On our deck.

Day #1

We arrived

Music at Arboretum

We enjoyed some music at the arboretum and a walk, well Johanna ran, through the gardens.