circus, circus

to be honest, the circus was kind of a disappointment. I mean, it was cool and all... but not as cool as we all had remembered it. the clowns were kinda lame, the routines seemed drawn-out, the tigers did nothing except stand on a stool and then roll over on the ground... I don't know, maybe our expectations were a little too high. Zack seemed to be the most entertained. Ben and Luke, who have gone before, both mentioned something about how last time was better. In fact, when it was all over Ben said something to the fact that this circus was "more for little kids." I think we all agreed. Although the tight walking act was super amazing. Two men on bikes with poles on their shoulders. A woman climbed up and put a chair on the pole then stood up while they crossed. and they played leap frog, with someone jumping over 3 people at a time. super crazy. There was also a guy who jump-roped while walking across the tight rope... pretty amazing. Anyway, the pictures are about as exciting as the show was.



One of the most AMAZING things that happened that night was the fact that Simon fell asleep amidst the chaos. This child has NEVER fallen asleep in ANY public place, ever. Church is such a nightmare sometimes because he's so tired and just needs a nap, but he will never give in. I was so astonished while holding him to find out that his eyes were closed and he was snoring. There was music blasting, fireworks going off, loud cheers and screams from the audience and he slept through it all. I had to take a picture... it's not a great shot, but it's proof. I love that little squished little belly button of his.


On the way out to the car, Zack asked "Would you rather go to the Circus or spend the day at Circus Circus on the strip?" We unanimously voted Circus Circus. Zack agreed and then said, "Except for sometimes I get sick when I ride too many rollercoasters." True. But rollercoasters and throw up are way more exciting than a few clowns juggling fire. been there, done that.