Spring Fest 2010

On Sunday, April 18th, we went to Purdue's Spring Fest. This is the third year that we've gone, but this year was extra special for two reasons. First, we actually got to bring children to this kid-focused festival (last year, I was pregnant at Spring Fest and we kept talking about how cool it was going to be in 2010 when we would have our twins with us.). And second, we went with our friends Brenda, Brian, and their daughter Charlotte (who is only a few weeks younger than G & V).

The day started by introducing the babes to a duckling.

Then, we went to the insect petting zoo and this conversation ensued:

• Brenda: (talking to Charlotte) "You can touch the silk worm, but be gentle."
• Then, Charlotte gently touched the silk worm. She really did. She was actually gentle.
• We moved onto the next bug- a cockroach- and Charlotte gently touched it as well.
• Bug Wrangler: (talking to me and Vivi) "Go ahead, you can touch it too."
• Me: "No, I don't think that's a good idea. She's not very gentle. And don't let that other baby touch it either (pointing at Wes & Gavin)."
• Bug Wrangler: "It's okay. She can touch it."
• Me: "You're crazy."
• To appease him and Vivian (who was reaching out towards the bug), I held her hand and let her touch the cockroach. Vivi then used her super-strength to break free of my hand and hit the roach.
• Me: (talking to the Bug Wrangler) "I told you. Now, don't let that other baby touch it."

After going to a few more exhibits, we made our way outside to the cricket-spitting contest! The three kiddos sat in the grass and played together.

Lastly, on our way back to the car, Gavin decided that he wanted to get down and walk with us.

Once again, a GREAT day in Lafayette!