Monday, August 24-Tuesday, August 25, 2020 - We Have Been Busy - See What We've Been Up To
Monday, August 24
Matt let us know when everyone was up, so we gathered up the pecan sticky buns and doughnuts we purchased at Rise and Roll yesterday morning before leaving Shipshewana, IN. The kids enjoyed their doughnuts while the adults enjoyed the pecan sticky buns.
We talked about a number of things we might do today. We finally decided to visit Keystone Safari at Grove City, PA - a short ride away from our park. It was a two part visit - one was a walk through zoo where we saw a number of animals, and the kids had the chance to feed them and see them up close, followed by a drive-thru to see several other animals.
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This lion turned and posed for me!
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| The bird looks quiet stately, does he not? This is an East African Grey Crowned Crane! |
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The kids loved feeding the reindeer
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It was a cloudy, but warm day. The kids enjoyed running back and forth through this mister.
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| Camels |
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Isn't this an interesting guy? I forgot to take a picture of the sign telling me what it is. Do any of you know what it is?
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Sarah - a Peregrine Falcon....Sam just wanted to be like Sarah! At 2 he wants to micmic big brother and sister - and he thinks he can do everything they can do too!
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Josh - a Peregrine Falcon
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They were ready with their lettuce when it started to rain - who knew, that giraffes head for shelter when it rains. We had to wait until it stopped before they would return for their snacks!
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The kids loved feeding the giraffees. They stick their tounge out, and roll it around the lettuce and pull it away. It was interesting to see!
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Dad and Sam Sam is 2. If you ask him his name, he says Hi, my name is Mam. He hasn't quite got the S sound figured out yet.
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It was starting to rain a bit heavier so we made a beeline for the gift shop, where each one of the grandkids ended up with a stuffed animal, thanks to Mom and Dad.
From there we worked our way to the drive through part of the Safari. I didn't take many pictures here. Dean and I set in the very back of Matt & Megan's van, so it was a bit of a challenge to get good pictures.
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This guy was giving this small a bush a work out as he moved it around his antlers.
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And this little one was doing the same thing - except he could not shake the tree.
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It was approxiately 1 when we left the Safari. By then we were all hungry. On our way back we stopped at a local restaurant "Family Tradition Restaurant". The food was delicious and we decided we should come back one morning for breakfast as well.
As we left the restaurant I spied this old wooden water tower.
When we returned, we headed to Bentley. Sam was tired and needed a nap before we took on another activity.
It was a little after 4, when Matt let us know they were going to take the kids swimming here in the park. We enjoyed watching them. So as not to overload you with all the pictures we took, here are a few. The kids had a blast. Sam did not want to leave!!
We headed back to our sites. Megan, Sarah and I headed to a grocery store in Grove City. When we returned we had sandwiches and chips for dinner.
Dean and I returned to Bentley for a short time, and when we came back, the kids were in their pj's, watching a movie together. The adults enjoyed playing a game of Hearts, before calling it a night. We sure enjoyed our first full day together.
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Yesterday Megan and I discussed things we might do this week. Last night I went online and found information on Carnegie Science Center. I sent her the information to look at. Her and Matt both thought it sounded fun, so she went online and made an appointment for us at 2:00 this afternoon. It's about an hour and a half away in Pittsburgh, PA.
After breakfast we spent sometime at the playground here in the park
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Peek-a-boo
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The two younger grandkids really enjoyed this!
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They all loved the bounce area
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Josn and Yogi together!
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He sure is a tall bear!
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After the playground, Papa, Dad and Josh walked down to an area where Josh could practice baseball, throwing the ball and hitting it. Unfortunately, where the activity field was on the map - was full of brush.
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Sam on his scooter.
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After lunch, we left for Pittsburgh, PA for the Science Center. It was located right down town and we were thankful Megan did the driving to and from. Right across the street is the Pittsburgh Steelers Football Stadium.
We all enjoyed our time here, approximately 2-2.5 of fun. It is a great place for kids of all ages.
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Josh loves to shoot baskets and this is where he wanted to be most of the time! HAHA
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Sarah and Nana
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Star Wars was on display with several other robots, including the Robot from Lost in Space. It was my favorite show when I was about 12. Back then I loved reading magazines about different young stars and had a huge crush on Bill Mumy, who played young Will Robison, so of course, Lost in Space was my favorite TV show to watch! LOL!
All of the robots talked, and I loved hearing the Robot say "Danger, Danger Will Robison".
 | I didn't realize until later I had taken a video of "The Robot", rather than a picture. I have yet to figure out how to include a video in the blog. I had to improvise and take a picture from the Internet.
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Another room we all enjoyed was a full fledged train village. I am only including a couple areas. I am fascinated by Frank Lloyd Wright's houses. We've seen a few in different places, so I was intrigued by this one on display as part of the train village.
Grandson Jaxson loves blimps so I had to take a picture of this one that celebrates aircraft.
As we left the Science Center, we passed the Pittsburg Pirates Baseball Stadium.
We were hungry when we left the Science Center. Matt selected Burgatory, an upscale burger place. Matt and Megan filled out a special form they give you to choose their burgers, Dean went with the standard cheeseburger and I chose a salad. The kids had hot dogs. The food was very good.
By the time we returned it was getting late. Dean and I returned to the RV and rested a bit before heading back to Matt and Megan's cabin to play cards. It was another great day!
Sounds and looks like a wonderful time! The grandkids are just too cute, I know you're enjoying them! Food sounds great, nice that restaurants are open. Can you sit inside or all outside? So many states are so different in their openings. Nice that they have such a cute cabin to stay in there! Look forward to your next update!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comments about the grandkids. We had such a good time with them, trying to make memories with the short time we have with them. We were able to sit inside the restaurant. I wish I had taken a picture while we were there. The front part had windows that could open, with shades to block the sun if needed. They were open so we had fresh air, plus everyone was social distanced by way more than 6' - probably closer to 12' for us. Their cabin was really nice. We were very happy with our stay there except for the last night. I'll post about that today (8-30) if the internet will allow. It's 4:00 am here and I have great service but couldn't get any last night. The campground we are in is FULL! I didn't realize until after I was wide awake that we moved back into the Central time zone, so my 5am wakeup was just an hour early. LOL!
DeleteLooks like a great time with the little ones. I found it interesting that although Josh is taller than Sara, his arms are shorter than hers. I'd have thought he would be more than a Peregrine Falcon.
ReplyDeleteGood pictures for your memory book!
I noticed that about Sarah and Josh as well, she is 2 years younger than Josh too. We had so much fun with them. I already love going back and reviewing the blog already. I can only imagine how I will enjoy it in 10 years or more. I hope the kids will enjoy it as well.
DeleteThe Heinz museum is near the stadium and very well done. Are the inclines open?
ReplyDeleteI wish we had more time in the Pittsburgh area, but I will definitely keep the Heinz museum in mind. I wish I had known about the inclines. With the kiddoes, the 2+ hours at the museum was about all they could handle, or maybe it was the adults. HAHA Actually they were very good, but were getting tired by the time we found a place to eat before heading home. Pittsburg is an interesting place. I'd love to go back and spend more time there.
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