Happy 4th of July!

Chloe petting the little pony. He tried to kiss her but she wasn't having it!

We had a great 4th of July. It's been super hot in Portland, though I think we are all getting used to it. We decided to go to the St. Paul Rodeo today. Our friends Kama and Joe have been taking their kids, Ella and Max, for a few years now so we decided to try it out too.

Chloe had a great time. She went on her first carnival rides. A kids roller coaster and a boat (like a swing) plus the carousel and her favorite, pony rides. Part way through the roller coaster she told me she was "all done", but stuck it out without any tears.

After a few rides, we went to the rodeo. Armed with a large bag of kettle corn (thanks Kama), the kids were well entertained. Chloe would stand up and dance anytime the music came on. It was so adorable.



On the way out, we stopped at the Dora. We were trying to explain to Chloe to stick her head through the whole. . so I did it first and then she did it too!


Since we didn't get to the rodeo until around 11:30, we knew that Chloe's nap would be not happening, though by the end of the car ride, late in the afternoon she was done. She even let me carry her into the house and lay her on the couch. So cute!