Location, location, location.

So Emma tried out and qualified for the Geography Bee at school. She was a reluctant competitor. But she ended up taking all but two students down, and after a fierce run-off, ended up as the third place winner! I don't think she really expected it.

I was working at the school that day and just happened to have my camera with me. I was excited to watch it and hear all the kids cheer each other on.

I thought the questions got harder as it went on, and was completely stumped at the final one, which was essentially, "Which country is Timbuktu in?"  At home that night, however, I was very quickly put to shame by all three girls, who immediately knew the answer was Mali.  All righty then.  No Geo Bees for me.

She got a rather large trophy for her efforts.

Even though the state which shares the Bitterroot Mountain Range with Montana eluded her, Emma did a super job and we are super impressed with her geography skills.