July 1st
Yup, nearly a month behind STILL but here we are at our personal celebration of Canada Day. Of course our day started in our red and white glory with any and all decorations I have saved or in the case of paper chains – the kids have made out for display. Thanks again to Karyn who got us some of these patriotic pieces on her trip down here last year.
This year we had a super special addition – a full on Canadian flag thanks to Facebook friend and twin mom Cyndi! The kids were so pleased to have what they consider THEIR flag out in the front yard for the day!
What with it NOT being a holiday here we had to make our own special adventure. And we certainly tried our best. We took all the kids out to the mall with the beloved Carousal. And the kids ALL went up to the upper level to enjoy the ride.
As a special treat Echo and Trinity got to ride on one of the coin cars… they seemed much more amazing when I was little.
We took some lovely pictures in front of the mall too.
Our next stop was a nature center where we had our lunch in the van.
Then into the center for a potty break only to go out to walk and Geocache EXACTLY when it started raining! Plan change – time for dancing in the rain instead!
We made a special maple leaf wreath…
Stopped at the library where I totally caved and got books in their on going book sale. I seriously cannot resist!
That was quite the special day for 6 and a half (the kids say Ken is HALF) Canadians out of their element in Minnesota!
And now for the adorable red and white overflow!! Sorry about the excessive images but we have some VERY proud little Canadians who wanted to share!!!!