A short one week after the 4-H modeling contest, we returned for the Gage county fair. After a whirlwind of tagging and entering exhibits, we headed south to Kansas City for a two day mini-vacation with one of my best friend's, Jess, and her family. Our first stop was Worlds of Fun. We had planned this months in advance. Though we tried our best to make this without hiccups, we had no control over the weather. It was 98 with a heat index of 107. While that was not lovely, it sure did clear out the amusement park. We never waited more than 10-15 minutes for any ride. Worlds of Fun also opened up free cooling refreshment stations so no one went without water. Add in Jess' purchase of evaporating cooling clothes, we didn't fair too bad.
Still a favorite... the Viking Voyager. Water rides definitely helped beat the heat.
After getting a few less adrenaline flowing rides out of the way, most of the crew wanted to ride Prowler, a wooden roller coaster. Micah hung back with Jess given his level of motion sickness. But after feeling left out (and the super power of Dramamine), he jumped in line when the kids wanted to ride it a second time.
It amazes me how some rides never cease to age. The Taxi's are one such ride. I enjoyed them as a child and so did the next generation. Everyone wanted to drive by themselves. Five kids and three adults did not come out equally. But then again, the older girls didn't want us driving with them anyway.
After we had enough of rides and heat, we headed to our hotel for so much needed pool time and food. A nearby pizza place fit the bill with a delightful Boulevard beer.
The following morning we walked over to Union Station and checked out the Museum of Illusions. None of use knew what we would encounter. Some illusions were expected. Some were new. And some we never figured out how that was done. Along the way there were explanations when needed.
This was the most loved illusion by everyone. This was a series of mirrors separated by equal open slots. One person sat on one side and another person on the other side. The reflection was the combination of what those two people looked like. It took some time to ensure faces and details were lined up correctly. But once done, the results were hilarious. Here is Micah and Rowan.
Jess and I
Victoria and Izzy
Ever since going to Patriot Place with Micah during February school vacation, he has been asking to see Arrowhead Stadium the next time we were back in Nebraska. Jess set up a private tour right before heading over to Kauffman stadium to watch the Royals play. Victoria was persistent about buying this Swarovski crystal football. Anything with bling is for her.
One of several box seats/suites were toured. This would certainly be the way to watch any football game in a Midwest winter.
Mike, our tour guide. He was a good fit for our herd; calm, steady, and able to engage with our wide age difference. He made this tour special by allowing us to each hold one of the Super Bowl rings.
Model reenactment of the Chiefs winning play in their first super bowl victory.
Our last Kansas City activity was taking in a Royals baseball game. Our tickets were along the first base line. However due to the continued heat from the day prior, most people either didn't come to the game or moved to shade. And so we gave up our seats to squat in shade for comfort reasons. Joe did try to sit there for a bit but came back saying the seat was so hot he couldn't tolerate it. Nonetheless, our view as as good as can get to watch the game.
Sluggerrr, the Royals mascot, took to soaking fans with a water gun during one of the breaks.
No matter where we are or go, Victoria will always find what fits her the most. At the baseball game, she met up with one of the Royal's cheerleaders (KC Crew) who was putting on tattoos for anyone interested.
Another one in the memory books with my friend Jess. I wonder what our next adventure will be. I'm grateful for the years of friendship no matter the distance and time. I love that our children also have a developed fun relationships with each other too.
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