So on Monday after we checked in at our hotel that was super close to the MOA, we went right over to the MOA and slightly enjoyed Sea Life. We enjoyed it as much as Amaya allowed us too. She just zoomed through most of Sea Life besides the Shark area. And she was scared of the Octopus and never wanted to get too close to the sharks and sea turtles. I have to admit that the octopus was a little freaky looking, so I can sympathize with her, but still cool. Lol. Amaya also found the Easter Bunny and couldn't wait to say Hi and take a picture with the Bunny. of course she wasn't as bold when she went up to the bunny but we'll work on that. Then we just walked around the MOA and came back to the hotel to go swimming. Of course Amaya just wanted to sit in the jacuzzi but she definitely enjoyed herself in the water...calm waters of course.
On our second day we went back to the MOA and sang & dance at the Toddler Tuesdays event they have every Tuesday at the MOA. It was very cool, lots of people and I was just proud that Amaya wasn't scared to dance in front of people. It solidified to me just how much she is going to LOVE Dance! And that she can follow directions and will definitely be ready by the time she is 3.
Once Nickelodeon Universe opened (@11) we went straight over there and began enjoying the rides and arcade areas. And by the time we called it quits and grabbed a bite to eat Amaya was wiped and ready to go.
All in all the trip was a success and the Mall of America definitely lives up to the hype! It is one hell of a mall! Fun for everyone! (Literally)
Just checked into our hotel...seconds away from the MOA
(A father and daughter's relationship can never be replaced!)
The 3 of Us!
@ SeaLife looking at stingrays :)
My favorite: spotted stingray (I think)
My future hubby's future aquarium...He fell in love at first sight.
Amaya found Nemo!!!
The infamous struggle to get a good picture with Amaya when she is having fun! She did not want anyone to ruin her time. lol
Amaya: let's go Mommmy! Now!
"Follow Me"
so thankful we didn't go into LegoLand or else that would have been terrible. But she loved the play area they had for kids. Great idea!
Love this place! Nickelodeon Universe is pretty amazing. well use of space. but too much walking.
@ Toddler Tuesdays (at the MOA) dancing away. Mall of America is such a kid friendly place.
On one of the many coasters we rode on! So much fun with her. She was such a big girl and had so much fun.
She was clearly unhappy having to wait to get into the 'bikini bottom' jumper but she didn't cry so that was a plus.
I was so proud of her that she got on this ride and not only once but 2X.
She was waving hi to all her peeps!
And she was out like a light as soon as she got into the car. She was wiped.
And out of all of the shopping we did for her and practically only for her, the IKEA Easel for $14.99 was theee best buy! She is already going to town on this easel and we've only been home for an hour! Great buy. But we forgot to get a smock so no painting until then.
