Since boomers was another place we could go and it was right in Modesto, we decided to spend a bit of time there. My parents and sister offered to watch Bryce and Annalise since this place really would not have been any fun for them. We took Kim's girls and our 3 oldest boys and headed out. When we got there at 10:15, we realized it didn't even open until 11. Major bummer since we knew the day was going to be a hot one and we were hoping to stay for just a few hours before it got too hot. Since we couldn't get in, we went over to the McDonald's that was across the street and let the kids play while John and I read until Boomers opened. Unfortunately, children do get too old to enjoy McDonald's! After about 2 minutes, they were all bored and wanted to leave. Luckily they were good sports and just ate their ice-cream cones and played the video games there until it was time to go.
With the pass that we had, we were able to get 7 people in for free. Since Bryce and Annalise were not with us, we were able to get Lauren and Madi in for free. It included all but food, batting cages, and video games for the day. The go-carts were definitely a favorite!
The bumper boats were a nice way to cool off.
Poor Madi started out with a bummer boat that would only go in circles. They were able to get her boat pulled in and then she went with Uncle John. The ride was much better after that.
The lunch deals came with some tokens to play the games. Here are Lauren and Madi turning their tickets into points so that they could get their prizes.
We tried a bit of miniature golf which was fun, but just too hot. I think we made it through about 4 holes and then skipped to the end and went back inside for a bit.
Lauren climbing the rock wall which was another favorite thing to do.
Jacob
I thought that I had gotten pictures of the other kids on the wall also, but I don't seem to have them. They all did really well. William made it to the top and was able to ring the bell. He was very excited!
William and John were the brave ones who tried the Flame Thrower which is a thrill ride. It lifted them up and twisted them upside down and all around. It looked terrible, but they enjoyed it, although once was enough!
All ready to go!
Ha, I just noticed that you can see the McDonald sign behind them. =)
Then of course we had to end the day with one more ride around the track. These kids were all really good drivers!
Jacob and William
Spencer
Lauren
John had a good drive also!
After Boomers we went back to my parent's house and had dinner and visited until it was time to go to bed. The next day we packed up and headed back to Southern California. The visit was wonderful, but as always, way too short! I was hoping to visit with some friends while we were there also, but there just wasn't time this trip. It is always so nice to visit, and so hard to leave!
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