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Yesterday was Scott's last day off before we head back for home and so we thought we would try and fit as much in as possible. We started the day off going to the Boo at the Denver Zoo. We have never been to one before - we definitely weren't prepared for how busy it was. The place was packed. The kids loved being able to see animals and get treats all in one. It was neat for Scott and I as well because there were animals that we have never seen in real life.

Buzz (Austin) and Annie (Savannah) at the beginning of the Zoo. Ready to hit it hard! Annie was the hit of the zoo. Everyone kept talking to her and asking her if she would sing. One lady even wanted a picture of her. It was hilarious. She wasn't quite sure how to handle the popularity.

Woody (Koen) I can not figure out why this picture is turned and I am clueless as to how to fix it. Sorry! Once again, just tilt!

This was one of our highlights! These elephants were awesome. The kids were in awe. These trainers were out there trying to get the elephants to do tricks and they did.

This elephant just layed down in super slow motion. It was really cool to watch him in action.

Another shot of Woody. He did so good at the Zoo. He was so amazed!

Buzz getting a good look at the Rhino! He thought that was crazy that he had those "pokey things" on his nose. Funny!!!

The crew just hanging out!

Here we have Annie and Sandy (her dog), Cami, Katie, Scott, and Woody and Buzz! Not pictured are Cami's parents!

October was frog month at the Zoo so of course there was a frog there for the Boo at the Zoo and Austin and Lucy were loving that. They asked if they could go hug the frog and what do you say to that?

We headed back from the Zoo just in time to leave to go the the Major League Soccer game with the Colorado Rapids and Real Salt Lake. Cami and I were looking a little bit ago on the internet for Halloween activities for the kids and I stumbled across the "Kick or Treat with the Colorado Rapids". I clicked on it and realized that they were playing Real Salt Lake and thought that would be so fun to go to. Scott is so into soccer right now that we have all become into it. I quite enjoy it now. He has thoroughly enjoyed the Fox Soccer Channel here and so I thought it would be fun to actually watch a game in real life. So we did it!

Here are our two tickets to the game. Are we excited or what? We aren't quite sure who to cheer for - Colorado or Salt Lake?

This is a view from our seats and yes we are on the front row. We were stoked about that. We are just to the left of the center line. They were awesome seats!!!

Another shot of the game.

So, at this point the score is 1-0 Colorado. Colorado scored in the first 15 minutes of the game. Well, the games are 90 minutes long and both teams had a ton of shots on goal, but nothing was going in. In the 89th minute, Salt Lake runs over and put in an awesome goal. The crowd was silent except for a corner of the stadium that were REAL fans. Scott wanted to jump up and cheer so bad, but we were too afraid we might get beat up by the Rapids fans. We were surrounded. When it all came down to it, we really wanted Salt Lake to win (we lived there for a year and that's the closest MLS team to us in Idaho. The game ended in a tie 1-1, so whether Salt Lake tied or won the game they would win the Rocky Mountain Cup and they were able to pull it off. It was crazy to see it in real life. We loved our first experience at a real MLS game. Hopefully there will be more to come in our lifetime.

After the game, we decided to stay in our seats and let the crowd mellow out before we take off and as we are sitting there, the players start walking over to a small crowd of us to recognize the fans. It was their final game of the season and so that night was fan appreciation night. This guy is Nick LaBrocca and he was the MVP of the game. He came through and was shaking everyone's hands. This is how he started with the fans.

This is how he ended. He gave everything away except for this shorts. He had to draw a line somewhere. When he came through the first time, we didn't have anything to get his autograph on and then we remembered our tickets. When he came through again, we snagged him for an autograph. I tried to talk Scott into asking him for his socks, but he wouldn't go for it. Next thing you know, the lady next to him asked him for his socks and he took them off and gave them to him. Scott was a little disappointed.

This is a picture from the top of the stadium.

We had a blast at this game and were so excited after it was all over, we had a hard time coming back into reality. I'm just glad we were able to do this especially where Scott is so into soccer right now and we were so close to the stadium. I have grown to love the sport as well, I can't play it like Scott does, but I enjoy watching it. Thanks to Cameron and Cami for helping us with our kids so we could have this way cool experience.

Another Fun Week!

Ok, first of all, I apologize for this really long post. So much has happened in the last week that I had to split it into two posts. I hope you will bear with me. Anyways - it has been another fun-filled week here at the Cameron Kesler Home. They sure know how to entertain.

The boys got new hats at the outlets and wanted to show them off.

Austin wanted them to wear them backwards of course!

The weather has still be pretty decent here so we took advantage and went to the park. The kids love that! Lucy, Savannah, and Austin trying to go down the slide together. It's difficult to wait for 1-2-3 isn't it?

Lucy and Austin would chase eachother up and down the slide!

Koen wasn't so sure of the park or did he just wake up?

Things are starting to warm up for him!

There we go - the smile we all know!

Austin trying out the monkey bars!

And climbing UP the slide!

Koen absolutely loved the swings! He was laughing so hard!

Austin's hair was in dier need of a hair cut and we didn't have any clippers, so we thought we would try out the salon. This salon is called Lollilocks Kid Salon and everything is so kid friendly. He got to chose what chair to sit on and he chose the motorcycle surprisingly. He wasn't so sure about it all as you can tell by his face, but we made it through.

One of the nights, Cameron set up their tent and let the kids watch a movie out there with some popcorn, glow in the dark bracelets, and sleeping bags. They loved that. But you know how kids are with movies - they only last so long. They did pretty good though. Scott is so into the movie isn't he?

Austin is always chowing down on popcorn and Scott is always so into the movies (even if he has seen it a billion times!)

Koen also got his first haircut! He did great. He smiled the whole time! His was getting pretty long too!

All done and still smiling! We mostly trimmed around the ears and his neck line. Scott loves to be able to give him a mohawk every now and again - so we needed to keep the top a little longer.

One of the nights we went to one of their Rec Centers and went swimming. It really was like an indoor Ross Park for those of you that live in South East Idaho. It was neat. Austin loved it. They had a lazy river that winded around and had a pretty good current to it. Scott and Austin loved going around and around.

Cami and Savannah enjoying the lazy river!

Lucy and Cameron lovin' it!

They also had a kid part where the water is really shallow and their is this big toy in the middle with a slide, waterfalls, etc. Austin would go up and down the slide here as well.

They also had these fountains that would shoot out and Austin loved walking/running through them.

This is a look at the lazy river! That also empties into a regular pool! They have these kind of pools all throughout Highlands Ranch. It is awesome!

Later in the week we went to the Littleton Museum. The kids loved that too! Austin loved turning this wheel so that the balls would keep moving!

Once again, Koen is stuck in his stroller, but very happy about it.

They had a room full of pillows and books for the kids to read and lounge!

Outside was a farm and they had a hay bale maze that the kids loved playing on. They played on the bales more than going through the maze.

Lucy, Beau, Savannah, Koen, and Austin

Koen wasn't quite sure what to think about the hay.

Pumpkin Patch!

Yesterday was Scott and Cameron's day off and so we took advantage and went to the Anderson Farm Pumpkin Patch (a real one!) It was really cool - none of us Ulrichs have ever been to a real pumpkin patch so it was a neat experience. At the farm they had tons of activities and the kids loved that. Austin was so in awe with everything. You just had to pay to get in and then all the activities were included. It was great!

The day started off by feeding the goats and other animals. Austin thought it was crazy that the goats would eat right out of your hands. He loved it though.

He is very into feeding the goats! He loved it!

Koen was so patient sitting in his stroller. He was a trooper. He loved that there was so much going on to entertain him.

They had a little "train" ride. The kids loved it (and us adults loved it as well).

All smiles!Koen even knew what to do - he held onto the steering wheel the whole time!

Round 2! Scott was a little more scrunched than he liked, but it was all for the kids right?

Austin was so excited to be the front driver.

The Anderson Farms Jailhouse. Austin, Cameron, Lucy, Savannah, and Scott. Scott got in trouble with the skeletons! You just don't mess with them!

This is the Zaney Rainbow Crazy Maze! The kids loved this - they did pretty good finding their way out all on their own!

Just hangin' with my dad!

Scott crying about his toe itching and what do i do? Oh geez!

The Trike Track!

It was finally time to go look for a pumpkin. You load up on a tractor trailor and they took us out the field where there are gobs of pumpkins. Austin is searching for one that is "just my size".

Austin was a little disappointed that he couldn't find one "just my size" that wasn't soft and shriveled. I guess we'll have to stick to the store pumpkins. Cameron and Cami found a great one for carving though. That should be fun!

We had a great time at the pumpkin patch and I know the kids absolutely loved it. Definitely a hit! Great job Cameron for finding it! We had a blast!