Since my last post, I've been touring the WI and MN countryside. Beautiful country, but I can't wait to see the green evidence of spring. All the lakes were lovely, though, and I was able to find a few thawed out lakes to get some exercise in. I gave a little show in Taylor's Falls. Yikes, I almost fell over 'the Falls' but was caught in time by an innocent passerby. Thank goodness for that "Minnesota Nice". 

Meeting the Children

This past week, my first week here in the Midwest, I had the opportunity to visit an elementary classroom. I met a lovely group of first graders and kindergartners. They were sweet as could be and greeted me enthusiastically. I reluctantly admitted that I enjoy nibbling on little fingers and they indulged me by allowing me to nibble on their fingers and kiss them on the cheek. A "nibble and a kiss" as they called it.

I also got to sing "Baby Beluga" with them. I had to clarify that I was indeed NOT a beluga whale, but an orca (or "killer") whale. After telling them I'm a "Killer" whale, I'm not sure how many will let me nibble their fingers next time.