We were in need of a get away, but with a limited budget a staycation was all the we could handle. Grandpa Dick was gracious enough to let us use their home while they were in Utah. First stop was a trip to the MN Children's Museum on Friday afternoon. A place that our children adore. It has a plethora of activities for all ages. Preston liked delivering mail, Laken loved the special Clifford exhibit and Braeden's all-time favorite is the block factory (which we always need to explore and visit toward the end).
Next came a trip to the Midway Cub foods for some groceries. We even ran into the Swenson's there! It was home to Gammy's for supper and strict orders from the boys to watch Star Wars The Clone Wars on Cartoon Network (because we do not have cable at home). We even tuned into Farve's first start.
Saturday brought a trip to Como Zoo (Free!). It was crazy busy. We parked far, far away and had to take Pudge on a bathroom break halfway there. First stop was Sparky, which proved to be by far the kids fav. We enjoyed seeing all the animals. Then, it was across the road to the park for a picnic. Brad hiked to the car and back with the cooler. The kids were complaining about how long it was taking Brad (I think they had forgotten how far it was to the car). We ate lunch and played at the park.
After Como Park came a mini trip to Como Town. The kids each got to choose one ride. Laken choose the carriage ride and loved it! Brad, Braeden and Preston went on the bumper cars, but Brad at the camera so no pics. Then, Laken and Preston found a dragon ride for 50 cents.
Supper that night was Boston Market courtesy of free and discounted meal coupons from BzzAgent Jono!
Sunday brought an adventure to Chuck E Cheese. The kids absolutely love this
place! We think it's pretty darn fun, too! We beat the lunch crowd and had a blast playing a bunch of games!
After Chuck E Cheese, a second trip to the Steele County Fair was in order. We had went on Tuesday for the rides as it was 96 cent ride night and each ride was only one ticket. Preston had went earlier with a neighbor and we met him out there. The boys again did the bumper cars while I took Lake on the Train, bounce castle and fire trucks. Our second trip brought touring every single camper from the local dealers. The kids had a blast doing this. We each agreed on the same favorite. A camper with a kids suite, complete with 4 bunks, a table and it's own bathroom. Then, we went in the animal barns and Pudge tried his had at milking a pretend cow. Laken loves the animals and Tuesday night we had to make sure to say good night to some of them.
Our finally destination on our Staycation was the movie theatre for the G-Force matinee. We stayed in budget, made great memories and had wonderful fun!
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