Traditions

Hello all! As promised last time, I was back at work Monday this week working on the Iowan of the Day program. I’ve almost sent out all my letters asking for nominations. I’m hoping to get those done today or Monday. I love seeing the progress I’m making and setting and reaching my goals for each day. It’s really exciting.

I’m actually excited for a lot of reasons. Today is a big day for Drake University. We have street painting today! Each year before the Drake Relays, student organizations get together to paint a square on campus that represents both the group and the theme for the year. It brings together campus and basically turns into an awesome paint fight. I didn’t get to participate last year, so I’m really looking forward to getting my hands (and most likely my clothes) dirty. This year’s theme is ‘Leave Your Paw Print’, which I think is great. Who doesn’t want to leave their mark?

The whole thing just reminds me that there are a lot of ways to leave your mark on the Fair. One way, because I can’t talk about this enough, is to nominate someone for Iowan of the Day. You could also give in a few different ways to the Blue Ribbon Foundation. You could buy a brick, come to the Corndog Kickoff or help create an auction item for the event, or take advantage of the many other ways to give. Most importantly, you can come to the Iowa State Fair and have a great time. It’s all about being a part of the tradition!

Have a great weekend!

-Anna

Past street painting photo from godrakebulldogs.com!