Wanderlight Beauty

The patient has recovered, and we've been busy, enjoying the summer, trying not to sweat through all of our clothes. It has been SO hot and humid lately. G got really lucky with his waterpark camp - hot days, little rain! The next week he went on his field trip camp, which he loves. One of his good friends was in the same camp, so he always knew he had someone to hang out with. He's been spending a lot of time with a group of guys from school...in fact, he's at a birthday sleepover right now. Fun!

Arya's been spreading her wings a bit and hanging out with different groups. I think living in a dorm will be really good for her; she's finally at the point where she wants to be with people. The introvert has successfully recharged her batteries!

G and I had a really fun Mom G day yesterday. We went out for breakfast, ran a ton of errands, got a quick car wash, and then headed to the MOA. This is the 4th year that we've spent a day together over the summer, and we both really enjoy it. One of the stops we made was at a local LEGO store celebrating its 2nd anniversary. We entered a drawing and ended up winning $100 in store credit! G was SO excited about that!

IHOP

Success at the LEGO Store at the MOA

We topped off the night at the Minnesota Zoo's new Wanderlight exhibit. We go through the Jack O'Lantern Spectacular every year in the fall, but this was a much different vibe. It was calming music, beautiful lights, and much warmer weather. He told me that he likes this exhibit even better than the pumpkins! I'm just glad he still wants to hang out with his mom!

Scott and I enjoyed a nice dinner out with my parents tonight. It was so nice to get out for some adult conversation and try a new place to eat. Yum!

Cuddled up on the only blanket on the couch

Supergirl!

Loving lying in the sun...

Scott found a skink in our yard!

This chin rest doesn't look comfy, Pria

Right now, three of us are at home, taking it easy. Arya bought a huge puzzle at the mall today and is very focused on it. Scott and I are both relaxing, letting the food digest from our great dinner out. I can't believe how quickly this summer is going...just seven more weeks until Arya moves into college, so we need to soak up as much time with her now as we can!

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