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May 03, 2009
On the Town
Our first three days in Kansas City have been cloudy, rainy affairs. Today the weather broke and we decided to get outside and enjoy the sunshine.
We headed out to visit an old friend. Alden enjoyed the sticks in her yard considerably.
Next we paid a visit to Gates Barbeque, a fine Kansas City institution.
Alden got cranky as we waited in line.
It was good that we had a little extra time, however, as had a bit of trouble deciding what to order. Pork, beef, chicken? And what sides? And what to drink?
Ultimately, she settled on a full slab with fries, beans, slaw, pickles, and a pitcher of diet pepsi.
After lunch, she took her very first pony ride.
We put a quarter in the pony, which made the pony dance and the child respond with great surprise. I took a movie of the event and sent it to Robbi, who wrote an email accusing me of cruel and unusual behavior. I contend that the child had a very good time. Though perhaps a pony ride is not the best thing to do with a gut-full of Gates ribs.
Fat and happy, we headed to the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art for some culture.
We strolled in the sculpture garden.
Alden did some thinking with Rodin.
And was totally disappointed that she hadn't brought her racquet when she came upon the giant shuttlecock.
The grounds of the Nelson are beautiful, and amply dotted with sculptures by Henry Moore.
Full of grease and culture, we decided that we needed carrot cake. And apple juice.
But mostly carrot cake.
Posted by bogenamp at May 3, 2009 10:24 PM