Zoo Days

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We had a fantastic time with the D’s today hangin’ at Como Zoo and Conservatory! We were even able to get some family pics in- we’re such productive families! It was a joy to watch E and Nishad ride the rides together. They are growing at such a similar rate- it’s so much fun to witness.

It was literally a “zoo” there today! We even had an unfortunate experience while leaving. We put the kids in a car and started to load our stuff when all of a sudden, a man on a cell phone started talking about how he was going to “save this space.” Well, another man in a car that had been waiting all the while we were loading the kids, stroller, etc. approached him and said, “I’m sorry, Sir. What did you say?” The man quickly went on about “THIS” space was saved and no one else can have it. I thought, “Is he serious?” Apparently so! I quickly told Ashish, let’s get out of here (which would also help the guy so his wife can pull in the spot) as who knows what would happen. Then, Ashish told me that the guy (saving the spot) called the other guy a terrorist! He said, “So now I’m a terrorist because we were waiting for this spot?” AMAZING! Such ignorance among us.

E-I-E-I-O

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On one of the hottest days this season, we loaded up and headed out to the historic Kelly Farm, in Elk River. Times may have changed, but they’ve been doing things the same for the past 100 years. We really enjoyed spending time with D and S again. The boys get along so well together. We had a picnic, complete with a pig and cow that tried to steal our lunches (the animals roam freely on the farm!).

Daddy’s Day!

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Happy Daddy’s Day! This year Mommy had a shoot on Father’s Day, so we all headed to the Minneapolis Art Institute, took in some culture and my assistants helped me capture some funky pics of Chicks on Sticks! After we headed to Fish Lake. We’ve really been soaking up the beaches this summer, but we’ve also taken advantage of swimming at home…as it’s been quite hot and humid.

Sandbox

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Nails, Hammers, Wood and Sand paper…mark, set, go!

Nishad’s school has an award winning outdoor environment, which includes a huge sand area. So, being that I know he was missing it, I got creative and built him one for our house! I was so proud of myself that I was able to bypass all the flowers, trees and shrubs at Home Depot. (Have I mentioned how I am rather fond of Home Depot?)
Nishad loves his sandbox- I think even more so because Ashish and I made it for him! Hours of play already…the perfect size for our two little builders.

Stress Free Friday

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The perfect way to end the week and start the weekend…a picnic style play date! My friend came over with her little guy- dressed adorably in his red wings jersey (he was very quick to tell me all about the playoffs for Stanley Cup). The boys played so well together. So well, she and I had a nice time catching up. After we played at the house, we hung out at the park and then came back and had ice cream. When they left, the boys actually walked themselves up to their beds to nap. Ha! Every play date should be as fun and stress free!