In August, we spent some time in Minnesota with Jason's family. We enjoyed the Minnesota State Fair for the first time...eating lots of food of course (we didn't find the chocolate covered bacon that was rumored to be there this year) and cruising through some of the barns to see the cows and horses.
Much to Jason's excitement, we went to the Science Museum of MN and experienced the world of Star Wars. They had a huge exhibit there along with live characters, which we got some pictures with. Spencer was in aw of Darth Vader, and we practically followed him around...as did everyone else...it wasn't too difficult to find the big guy in the black suit and mask. Spencer spent a big chunk of time wearing his (second) cousin's (Parrish) Darth Vader helmet/mask and making the Darth breathing sound. So when he got to see him in person in was quite a surprise.
We also spent a day at the gargantuan Mall of America. We didn't really shop just let the kids enjoy the Nicklelodeon theme park. Mira rode the big roller coasters of course and tried a really scary, fast one that she almost didn't ride, but when she did, she wanted to go on it again. Spencer loved the bumper cars of course and did that a couple of times.
It wasn't too warm while we there but Mira still wanted to swim in the pool. I think one morning it was 62 degrees and she was like a fish. She made two accomplishments while frolicking in the freezing waters....handstands in the water and breathing with the snorkel without freaking out. Spencer wanted nothing to do with the water..."too cold." We tried to get him in one the "warmer" days but it still too cold. He like throwing things in the pool for Mira to dive for.
We really enjoyed our time with Aunt Angie, Uncle Rick, Cousin Parrish and the newest addition to their family Vova, exchange student from the Ukrane. We had a great time Peterson's!! Thanks!!
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