The Swinton's: "Why do you blog?"

That is the question that Dan asked me as I sat at the computer frustrated with the fact that I just didn’t know how to put my thoughts into words. After pondering that question for a while, I realized that I blog because it preserves memories, and it allows me to make a permanent reminder of all of the little things that have happened in my life that I wouldn’t normally take the time to think and reflect on. Even though I sometimes get irritated at myself for not knowing how to get something to sound the way I want it to, I still find that blogging is a great stress reliever, and a great way to keep family members updated…

Which is why I blog today:

Last night Dan and I took Farris to the Sidney, Iowa Rodeo. She loved it! She has always been an animal lover…well, kind of… she has always loved making animal sounds and looking at animals from a far, but getting close to them has been a little scary for her since we have never owned any pets (other than our fish Mickey that lived for 2 weeks). So, when I saw the pony rides at the rodeo last night I didn’t think it would amount to much fun, but I would at least encourage her to go for a ride. Much to my surprise, she had a blast! I sat her on the pony of her choice, and she acted as if riding a pony was second nature to her. I can honestly say that I have never seen her so excited about anything! She is such a little sweetie, and I am so thankful that Dan and I are able to do these kinds of things with her!