Our first day in Calgary consisted of a trip to the science centre. We spent the morning and a chunk of the afternoon there, and left when the meltdowns began. But we have SO MANY pictures from that day, so be ready.
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This was a favorite right off the hop, sending a ball across different drums and cymbals.
Rowan hung out in the stroller at this point, but was obviously still very cute.
Brady helping the kids produce energy
And again
We weren’t allowed into any exhibit with food or drinks, and we had coffees. So for at least the first part of the exploration and playing, I stayed out with Solly and we supervised the coffees. He was good company.
This next part was a lot of fun for the kids. Just a bunch of heavy foam chunks in the middle of a wide open space to build and play with. They LOVED it! And Brady and I could just sit back and watch our lovely children.
It was fun enough that no one wanted to leave. Specifically this one didn’t want to leave…
Then, they made new maps, and created music with clouds. They really solidly enjoyed every game.
This thing was the BEST. I won’t lie. I was super apprehensive when the kids went in. I would never tell them not to, but a VERY short time ago, Dekker would have freaked right out in this kind of environment. I had visions of someone losing their cool and me having to squeeze myself through the maze (with Solly still attached to my) and drag someone’s wailing body out. But guys, that did not happen.
They actually loved it!
They even crossed paths from time to time, but neither was in any way dependant on the other. They just played. For probably close to an hour.
While Dekker and Laela did that, Brady and Rowan had some special together time playing games that were slightly more suited for the younger crowd.
Solly and I kept an eye on the big kids. Ok, I kept an eye on them. Solly slept. I smooched him. It was also nice.
Later that day, we headed home, and the little boys had short naps. But we had waited too long, and it didn’t prove to be an especially easy evening. That being said, we were determined to squeeze in some extra things that would be special and different, so we got everyone into their swim stuff and went swimming.
It was a wonderful kick off to our holiday 🙂 The kids were so happy, and we were solidly worn out in that sore and also rewarding way. Thank goodness for comfy beds!!