Spring Break 2025

Ava had an awesome spring break in Austria and Germany, while the rest of us stayed at home. G, of course, didn't have school, so I took Thursday off of work, and we spent the day together. We went out for breakfast at Caribou, did a few local errands, and then headed to the Mall of America for some fun! We generally ride the Flyover America ride, but we had seen both locations (the U.S. and Africa), and decided to try a different activity while there. We ended up at the Museum of Illusions...it was really neat! We spent our time and looked at each illusion and tried to figure out how it worked. There were a few where G had to explain it to me (that kid's a smartie!) After we were done with MOI, we went to a sushi restaurant. Our drinks were delivered by a robot, and our food was sent to us via a conveyer belt. He really enjoyed the experience (and the food was tasty, too.) When we finished up with lunch, we walked through the MOA, and hit up a few of our fave stores (LEGO was, of course, where we spent the most time.)

Starting the day right at Caribou!

Museum of Illusions

Lunch at a revolving sushi restaurant!

Once we were all peopled-out, we headed home, and I surprised him with a custom popsicle at a local sweet shop in town. And then I took Pria on a walk to soak in the warm sun. It was a really great day spent together!

I also took Friday off because Ava was finally flying home from Europe. Hooray! We missed her so much, and I felt a sense of relief having her back in our home. She had a wonderful time, and enjoyed seeing new countries, trying different foods, and experiencing different cultures. I'm so proud of her for keeping an open mind. They spent most of their time in Austria, with just a few days in Germany. She would like to go back!

I was able to livestream their 2nd concert in Innsbruck

Finally back in MSP!

I've been working on reading the Bible, chronologically, and I wrapped up the Old Testament last month. I think I'll be finishing the New Testament in May, and I decided to augment my learning by watching The Chosen. It's helped me solidify quite a few of the events that have taken place in the New Testament thus far. I finished season 4 last week, just in time to buy tickets to season 5, which our local movie theater is showing in three parts. I went to the 1st part this morning, and loved it. I generally don't go to movies by myself, but this was a good choice...I could focus on the movie, and really enjoy it. I'm looking forward to the next 2 parts (my tickets are purchased and ready to go!)

One more day off from school and work, and then back to reality on Tuesday!

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