That’s right. Another school year has begun and I’m as excited as ever. I’m still in pre-school, but I get to go three days a week! It’s so exciting to be back in the classroom and getting to see all of my friends that I missed over the summer.

This year, we are learning to spell our names as well as recognize specific words. I’m already trying to write my name at home. I’m not doing to bad, but I keep holding my pencil wrong, which makes it hard to write.

School is not the only new thing going on. Dad has decided that I’m old enough to play with real Legos. We picked up a big tote of them over the weekend and have been putting different things together each night. Today, we even made a really cool plane. You can see it in the slideshow below.

It’s time for me to be going to bed, but I hope you are all having a great time getting back into the swing of the new school year.

That’s right, it was county fair time this past week. I had a blast. From tractors pulls, to bounce houses, to laser tag, to bull riding, I did it all, and I rode a sheep!

I’m not sure where to begin, but I’m still talking about the fair. It was a blast. Funnel cakes and Fried Oreos may not be a healthy meal, but they are a great once a year treat that everyone should at least try.

As you can see from the photo, I tried my hand at mutton busting. I did not do that good of a job, and dad had to pull this photo from the video we got, as mom was not quick enough with the camera. It was pretty fun to do though. I think I’ll give it another try next year! I was second out of the gate, and afterwards, I went up to the stands to cheer on the other 48 kids participating.

After the rodeo, mom and dad took me on a train ride as well as a tour through the animal buildings. I was able to pet a rooster! They were funny looking. I liked the rabbits best though. I would love to have one, but Dad says the dogs might be a problem.

I’m ready to play!

Dad and I had the opportunity to check out a Lincoln Saltdogs game a few weeks ago. It was a lot of fun. I was selected to be a Watchdog. A Watchdog is a kid, such as myself, who gets to run out on the field with a player. I ran out with #24, the 3rd baseman. During the game, I got to go out on fied and perform the YMCA with a group of friends. It was a lot of fun.

Sadly, the Saltdogs did not win, but they played really hard, they looked like they had as much fun as I did. After the game, I was even allowed to go out onto the field and run the bases!

Hopefully I can convince Dad to make this a more regular event next year.

In other exciting news, I’m getting to go to my first game next week! Third row by third base! I’m hoping for a chance to catch a foul ball.

That’s right, it’s T-Ball time! This is my first year at bat, and so far, I have been loving it! I’m playing on Team Red, as you can tell the photo just to the right.

T-Ball is a new experience for me. First, it’s a team sport, so I’m trying to learn that I can’t run after every ball. It also requires a lot more hand-eye cordination than I think I have. I’m still not used to handlilng the ball glove, but I am working on it every day to hopefully get better. Throwing a ball is also a pretty new experience for me. I’ve never worried about really where I threw something in the past, but now, I have to make it a point to aim it towards a specific person, which can get confusing when there are a bunch of other kids all fighting over the ball.

Mom and Dad were also pretty excited, as they took me down and got me a set of bases to put out in the yard, so I could practice at home. I already had a tee that I have been using for the past year, but now, I get to hit and run the bases!

I’ve played second base, outfielder, and first base so far. I will update photos in the slide show when I get the chance to play pitcher and catcher. The slideshow below are photos from my first game. I was pretty excited, as I was able to get a person out in my first game.

I’ll be taking more photos, and later in the season, Dad said he’d even be taking some video footage. Well, I’d type more, but it’s time to head outdoors and practice some more!

As you all know, a couple of weeks ago, I had the chance to go to the Nebraska Spring game. It was a lot of fun, and very exciting. I am disappointed that Dad did not get any video footage to stream live, but he did get some on his video camera. I’m hoping he can get that put up soon.

The game itself was very enjoyable, and this was my first ever time at having to walk to the stadium from the parking garage. I know it may not sound like much, but to a kid my age, it was a very long walk. The weather was perfect though, so it was fun walking over streets using the overpasses that were available. It was also fun to see so many people dressed in red and wearing corn cob hats!

The Red and White teams were pretty even this year, and all players showed a lot of promise. I was pretty fascinated by everything. I don’t know if I’ll play football when I get older or not, but the games are sure fun to watch!

Here is a slideshow from the day. I hope you like the photos!

It was bear time at the library. I’m glad I was able to go.

So today my friend Keith came over to play. Two boys and moving objects equal my first real injury. It was a head wound and boy did it bleed! I think I scared mom and dad though. Check out the photo for a sneak peak!