Did You Miss Us?!

Greetings blogonauts. You have entered the Iowagner Universe. We hope you enjoy your stay.

After a brief hiatus from blogdom, we have returned. It has been a busy couple of weeks for the Iowagners. SuperMom had to use her power of patience to care for the SuperKids whilst SuperDad travelled southward to the dual metropolis of Kansas City, Kansas and Missouri. He was on assignment for a week doing some covert training.

SPATULA CITY! (close enough)

The Wagner Influence Spreads to Kansas City

With frigid fall weather encroaching we spent some time this past weekend to beautify Iowagner HQ's extensive grounds (a.k.a.-backyard). The work mainly entailed transplanting, weeding, and mowing. Exciting is the life of superheroes! Sunday morning we received a surprise visit from a fellow Wagner. He was on his way to Illinois from the wild western state of Utah (pronounced Yew-tah) and decided to drop by unannounced. As you can see from the picture, the SuperKids, especially Monkey, loved him.

Cousin with Monkey (she doesn't snuggle with anyone!)

P.S. Have you watched the video at the top of the blog yet? Don't worry L & P is a lemonade from New Zealand.

Corn, Corn, Corn...

Hey there kiddies! Are you ready for another action-packed episode of the Iowagners?! If so, keep on reading. If not, click here. Strap in tight, because it is going to be a bumpy ride...

We started out by Monkey having her first ever visit to the dentist. Expecting the worst, we were surprised to hear her laughing her head off throughout the whole examination. She also exclaimed such things as, "No, silly doctor!". SuperDad is ashamed to say that he was visiting the dentist for the first time in over four years. Thankfully, we both passed with flying colors.

SuperDad, believing that driving to Minnesota was not enough, spent the rest of the week traversing the great state of Iowa. He went from one corner of the state to the other trying to recruit young minds for the cause. Throughout his travels he glimpsed many a cornfield and small town. He also reaffirmed that, contrary to popular belief, Iowa is not flat. Throughout his travels he managed to amass over 1,000 miles without ever leaving the state. Oh, and one blown out tire as well (the perils of driving on farm roads).





Quintessential Small Town Downtown



Medieval Castle or Dubuque High School?

CORN!!!

We ended the week by staying home and playing in the backyard of Iowagner HQ. The air was nice and cool and as you can see by the pictures, Fall is coming. We will not even begin to discuss what comes next!

Bear Being Adorable, as Usual

Monkey 'Lost Her Smiles'

So Many Leaves...in September!

This is SuperDad signing off.

Monkey goes to preschool!!

Our little Monkey is growing up and is going to school; Preschool that is. She actually started last week, but I've had a sudden aversion to being on the computer. Does anyone else ever feel that way? Plus, it was my turn to post. That's why this posting is so late.

Anyway, she had a wonderful time and almost didn't want to leave. The teachers coaxed her out the door by handing her a sucker on the way out. I'm glad the teachers were thinking ahead.

Bear seems a bit lost without his sister. He can't wait till we go pick her up. He looks up to her so much. It's funny when we are driving to the school to pick her up, he just sits in the back seat calling, "Sister!" and laughing his head off. I can't believe how much love they have for each other already. Well, at least on Bear's part. Monkey mostly just puts up with him.

Monkey blinded by the morning sun as she gets out of the car. She had to have a pink backpack with wheels. There's even a little monkey dangling from one of the zipper pulls.

Using her power of SuperSpeed to run into the school. I barely had enough time to snap the picture.

She painted for the first time ever and was so proud of herself. I know what you're thinking, Bad SuperMom! I make my kids miss out on stuff like that because I don't want to have to deal with the mess. That's what Preschool is for, right?

I guess they missed each other so much they decided to both squish into a box. A pretty small one at that.

-SuperMom

North, To the Twin Cities!

Greetings my favorite SuperFan! (yes, I mean you). This past week found us on many adventures inside and outside the great state of Iowa. We had the privilege and opportunity to attend Monkey's preschool orientation. To say the least, she is excited to be starting school.

For our Labor Day weekend we decided to head northward to the state known as Minnesota (pronounced Minnie-soootah by the natives). There we met up with SuperMom's brother and his super significant other. He is an aspiring politician and was in Minneapolis/St. Paul attending the 'Convention' as a delegate for the Arizona Republican Party. DISCLAIMER: The Iowagners do not endorse or support any political party or candidate on this blog. We only suggest you vote for someone who upholds and supports the daring lives of superheroes and families everywhere.

Bear Shows His Excitement for the Mall of America

Monkey and Uncle C

Bear Really Gets Into His Work

We also met up with another SuperFamily from our past. The Wardle's!!! Their address is ---TOP SECRET--- and home phone ---TOP SECRET---. We enjoyed reminiscing about our many adventures in another 'M' state many years ago. The SuperKids also enjoyed playing with their new SuperFriends. We invited them to venture southward to partake of the untold beauty and friendliness in the secret and wonderful land known as, 'Iowa'.

Bringing out the CHEESE!

Before returning home we visited the very impressive Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul. It is a free zoo and one of the nicest and cleanest ones we have ever seen. The Conservatory and Japanese Garden with their varied plants and landscapes are definitely a sight to see. Fatigued, we returned to Iowagner HQ to rest from our labors. SuperDad could use a vacation from his vacation!

The Magnificent Como Conservatory in St. Paul, MN

A Missing Family Member?!

Mommy, the Kitty Wants to Eat Me!

Finally, Something Taller Than SuperDad

Beautiful Indoor Gardens

The Long Road Home

Until next time faithful followers...