After IKEA we went across the street to the Mall of America to meet my cousin, Jennifer for lunch. Jen would babysit Amaya on occasion and I think Amaya really missed her. Throughout lunch, Amaya parked herself on Jen's lap while we got the scoop on Jen's new apartment in the cities, her job, and her love life!
The next item on our agenda was to visit the Underwater Adventures Aquarium at the mall. We weren't sure how long Amaya was going to last because it was already past her naptime, but the fish kept her interest. These next two pictures were taken at the beginning of the trail leading down to the aquarium. Also, please note, Amaya found a "friend" at IKEA and this kitty goes everywhere Amaya goes ever since this trip.
We couldn't believe the size of the stingrays! There were so many and the way the aquarium is set up, the fish were literally swimming above our heads!
Amaya playing on one of the castles just before crashing for a nap in the car.
Since Steve's Dad was hunting in South Dakota for the weekend, after we got back from the cities, we invited Steve's mom over for dinner and watched a movie the rest of the evening. Another fun weekend full of memories!