the Universe (that's mighty grand, isn't it?)

It's been a H-O-T summer. We've had our a/c on for at least a month straight. It's almost like winter being cooped up inside and it's starting to get to me.  That and a weekend of just me and he sick kids. Staying in the house makes me SO LAZY.

But I thought I better catch up on some photos....Like these. We went back to the Mall of America Nickelodeon Universe a few weeks ago.  The ride point wristband was burning a hole in my pocket. But going someplace indoors and temperature controlled sounded like a good idea. Rather smart for Minnesota actually. Or so I re-discovered.

This time the sister joined the brother in the trucks. 

I tell you the excitement leading up to this is a joy to behold.

And all the steering and bell ringing.

And Zoe and I got to go on the Blues Clues ride.

Roman: not so interested.

But Grandma Candy got a hug.

While Zo and Dad...

...went up, up and away.

I Choo choo choose you, little train.

(some Simpsons things stick with your Mom)

to da loo!