Minneapolis Weekend

The grandkids keep growing, changing each time we see them. We went to Minneapolis this weekend to spend some time with them while their mother attended a workshop in Ann Arbor, MI. My computer had all kinds of connectivity problems so I never got this posted earlier. We are home now in Mandan, tired, and looking out the windows at hail damage on Mary's flowers.

Lucas is 5 years old and involved with various activities and exhibits much intellectual curiosity. He loves t-ball, swimming, and gymnastics. :)

Lily is 2 1/2 now and talks better than anyone I know with a pacifier in her mouth. She exhibits a great ability to stand up for herself against her older brother. :)

We spent a short time at the arboretum which by the way is a fantastic place. Beautiful gardens
abound and several weddings were being held to take advantage of the scenery. Unfortunately it was hot and humid so it was a bit uncomfortable. The University of Minnesota maintains the facility and in addition to opening the grounds to the public (for a fee) conduct plant experimentation there.

The house constructed from twigs and vines greets visitors first thing. Quite large, an adult does not need to duck down when walking through the entrance.